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patron saint
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Catholicism in Europe
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Each town or region has a patron saint for protection and guidance.
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patron saints
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Catholicism in Europe
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There is a strong tradition of honoring patron saints, with each region or city having a specific saint to whom they are dedicated.
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patron saints
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Catholicism in Italy
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People often have a strong connection to their local patron saint, and celebrations and processions are held in their honor.
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saint vincent
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Catholicism in Europe
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Saint Vincent is venerated as a martyr and important figure in Catholicism, with feast days and special observances dedicated to him.
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saints
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Catholic Europe
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Veneration of saints and their relics is an integral part of religious practice
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saints
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Roman Catholicism in Europe
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Venerated and prayed to for intercession
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