Saint Anne
Feast day: July 26
Mother of the Virgin Mary and grandmother of Jesus, model of faith for families and generations in the Church.
Saint Anne is venerated in Christian tradition as mother of the Virgin Mary and thus grandmother of Jesus Christ. Her memory is tied to salvation history and the Holy Family.
Though the canonical Gospels do not narrate her life in detail, devotion to Saint Anne dates to the earliest Christian communities in the Holy Land.
Tradition presents Anne and her husband Joachim as examples of faith and perseverance in awaiting God's promise.
Over the centuries, countless churches, confraternities, and families have sought her intercession, especially for mothers, grandparents, and Christian homes.
Her liturgical feast is celebrated on July 26, together with Saint Joachim. She is invoked by families seeking unity, faith, and blessing in the home.
Dedicated prayer
To the mother of the Virgin Mary and grandmother of Jesus, we ask blessing for families and graces in our homes.
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