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St. Barnabas is venerated as the patron saint of Cyprus. He is also considered a patron saint in many other places in the world, highlighting Milan in Italy . On the island of Tenerife ( Spain ), St. Barnabas was invoked in historical times as patron saint and protector of the island's fields against drought, together with St. Benedict of Nursia .
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Feb 15, 2024 · Saint Barnabas, important early Christian missionary mentioned in the New Testament and one of the Apostolic Fathers. He may have authored the non-canonical Letter of Barnabas or possibly the Biblical Letter to the Hebrews. Learn more about his life and missions.
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Mar 8, 2024 · St. Luke described Barnabas as 'a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith' (Acts 6:24), and he was known for his exceptional kindliness and personal sanctity, and his openness to pagans....
Patron Saint of Cyprus, Antioch, and peacekeeping missions. Invoked against hailstorms. Pre-Congregation canonization. Liturgical Color: Red.
Jun 11, 2020 · Also known as Joseph, Barnabas was Jewish and a member of the Christian community in Jerusalem. His name, which means “son of encouragement,” aptly describes his steadfast support of many in the church. Acts 11:24 describes him as “a good man, filled with the Holy Spirit and faith.”
Jun 11, 2022 · Saint Barnabas is the Patron Saint of: What little we know about Saint Barnabas comes to us from Acts of the Apostles, where he plays a fairly big role in the expansion of the early Church. Closely associated with Saint Paul, he shared in several of Paul’s trips and difficulties.
Barnabas is, therefore, the patron saint of second chances. Barnabas brought many to the faith in Antioch and it was there that the followers of Jesus were first called Christians. The Acts of the Apostles also recounts his central role in sending aid to those impacted by a severe famine.