| El dia del santo is a day that Latinos and Hispanics may celebrate in addition to thier birthdays. This is the feast day of thier namesake partron saint. Traditionally, in Roman Catholic families, a child is named after a saint. Sometimes, a baby's name is chosen based on the day he or she is born. On the feast day, the family celebrates with a party and often attend mass. The person may receive an appropriate gift as well. |
| El Dia de tu Santo |
Cuando es el dia de tu santo? Here you will find your Saint Day! You may select your day by your given name or another name of your choice. Check "Feast Day List" or "Saint Index". Be ready to say the name and date in Spanish if you can. For example, "Mi santo es.....mi dia de santo es el 15 de octubre." Fernando Llort, a Salvadorean artist Create "una tarjeta de oracion" a prayer card, decorated with this artist in mind. Celebrate and honor his unique work and God given talent. Your prayer card will also be unique and "especial", like you. It might look something like this... |
Santa Teresita Ayudame ser paciente, dedicada y amable. 15 de octubre |
esperanza |
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