Very few facts are known about St. Blaise. It is believed he was a bishop in Armenia and was martyred in the early 4th century. Many Catholics might remember St. Blaise’s feast day because of the blessing of throats that take place on this day.
St. Blaise is the patron saint of physicians, cattle and wild animals. His intercession is invoked against afflictions of the throat.
LORD GOD, on the feast of St. Blaise we pray for doctors and nurses who work so hard to help people who are sick. Like St. Blaise they bring healing to people, at home and in hospital. Amen.
