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Faithful praying to Saint Expedite for help and protection in times of need. Photo: Maiquel Torcatt
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Who was Saint Expedite
San expedito He was a Roman soldier who lived in the 4th century. According to legend, he converted to Christianity after having a vision of the cross, with the inscription “Hodie” (today, in Latin) in it. At the same time, a crow appeared to her and whispered to her. “Cras” (tomorrow, in Latin), urging him to postpone his conversion. Expeditus crushed the raven and turned at that very moment, declaring that he would not postpone saving him one more day.
Prayers to Saint Expedite
Saint Expedite, glorious martyr and protector of urgent causes,
I come to you in this time of need.
I ask you to intercede with God for me,
to grant me the grace that I need so much.
Don’t let my faith falter,
and give me the strength to overcome the adversities I face.
Amen.
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The cross with the inscription “Hodie” in the hand of Saint Expedite, a symbol of his early conversion to Christianity.
Prayer of thanks to Saint Expedite
Thank you, Saint Expedite, for listening to my plea and coming to my aid.
I appreciate your prompt response to my needs.
and I promise to spread your devotion
so that others can also experience your power and love.
Amen.
Prayer to ask for protection from Saint Expedite
Saint Expedite, brave soldier of Christ,
I beg you to protect me in this difficult situation.
Take all evil and danger away from me,
and make it possible for me to emerge victorious in this test.
I trust in your intercession and in your love for me.
Amen.
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The city of Santa Fe celebrates San Expedito
In the city of Santa Fe, the devotees approach the Sacred Parish Jesus’s Heartlocated on January 4 at 2,400, to pay tribute to San expedito. The doors of The church will be open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.allowing visitors to attend to ask, thank and join the Eucharistic celebrations, scheduled at 7, 9 and 11 in the morning, and at 1, 15, 17 and 19 in the afternoon. Parish authorities confirmed that this year will not be done the traditional procession that accompanies the main mass.
When to pray to Saint Expedite?
Although you can pray to San expedito whenever, It is especially common to go on the 19th of each month, in commemoration of the day of his martyrdom. It is also common to pray to him during situations of urgency or need, when a quick and immediate solution is required.
Why go to San Expedito?
The devotion to San expedito It is due to his reputation as the saint of the impossible and urgent causes. Many people have experienced miracles and quick solutions to problems from him after praying to him, which has increased his popularity over the years. Furthermore, his struggle against procrastination in faith is an inspiring example for those seeking a more active and engaged spiritual life.
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Frequent questions
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Who was Saint Expedite? Saint Expeditus was a 4th century Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and became a martyr. He is known as the saint of the impossible and urgent causes.
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How is Saint Expedite represented? Saint Expeditus is depicted as a Roman soldier holding a cross with the inscription “Hodie” and crushing a raven under his foot, which bears the inscription “Cras”.
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What is the prayer to Saint Expedite? There are several prayers to Saint Expedite, but in general, he is asked for help, gratitude and protection in urgent and difficult situations.
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When should you pray to Saint Expedite? Although you can pray to Saint Expedite at any time, it is common to do so on the 19th of each month, in commemoration of his martyrdom, or during situations of urgency or need.
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Why is devotion to Saint Expedite important? Devotion to Saint Expedite is relevant because it reminds us of the importance of acting promptly in our spiritual life and trusting in the power of God to help us in times of need.