Saint Expedite patron for urgent needs
Expeditus (died 303), also known as Expedite, was said to have been a Roman centurion in Armenia who was martyred around April 303 in what is now Turkey, for converting to Christianity. Considered the patron saint of urgent causes, he is also known as the saint of time; he was commemorated by the Catholic Church on 19 April. Devotees seek his intercession for urgent needs.
St. Expeditus, also known as Expedite, was a Roman centurion martyred for his faith during the Diocletianic Persecution around April 303. Stationed in Melitene, in what is now Turkey, he is believed to have been a member of the Legio XII Fulminata. According to tradition, Expeditus converted to Christianity in Armenia and faced persecution for his newfound faith. The Church honors him as the patron saint of urgent causes, procrastinators, merchants, sailors, and students during exams, with his feast day celebrated on April 19.
Legend tells of the moment he resolved to convert when the devil, appearing as a crow, tried to delay him by croaking "Cras" (Latin for "tomorrow"). Expeditus crushed the bird underfoot, declaring, "Hodie!" (Latin for "Today!"), symbolizing his immediate commitment to Christ. He is often depicted in Roman military attire, holding a cross inscribed with "Hodie" and standing on a crow marked "Cras."
St. Expedite is a saint known for his swift intervention in urgent and dangerous situations, including financial difficulties.
There are various prayers dedicated to St. Expedite for different needs, such as financial crisis, ending procrastination, quick help, house and home issues, urgent needs, desperate causes, and quick action.
When saying the prayers, it is important to clearly express your specific request and ask for St. Expedite’s assistance in finding a solution.
Making a promise to give a specific offering to St. Expedite when the desired outcome is granted is a common practice.
The app contains life of Saint Expeditus, prayers If You’re In Danger, For a financial crisis, To End Procrastination, For Quick Help, For your House and Home, When in Urgent Need, For Desperate Causes, For Quick Action, Saint Expedite Novena.
It is advisable to thank St. Expedite and fulfill the promised offering when he grants the request, as well as share testimonies of his miracles.
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