Saint Casimir

All-powerful God, to serve You is to reign: by the prayers of Saint Casimir, help us to serve You in holiness and justice.

 

 

He was the son of King Casimir IV and Queen Elizabeth, monarchs of Poland and Lithuania. In contrast to he other members of the royal court, he was a shining example of faith, piety, humility, and chastity. He had a great love for the Eucharist and for the Virgin Mary. He is the patron saint of Poland and Lithuania.