Saint of the Day

June 2

Elmo (Erasmus)

Elmo (Erasmus)

Feast Day: June 2

Patron of: Sailors, sailors in distress, those suffering from abdominal pain, intestinal disease, dancers

Early martyr bishop venerated by sailors as protector against sea perils.

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Erasmus of Formia

Erasmus of Formia

Feast Day: June 2

Patron of: sailors, abdominal ailments, intestinal disorders, relief from storms, merchants

Third-century bishop whose torment explains his patronage of sailors and gut health.

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Marcellinus and Peter

Marcellinus and Peter

Feast Day: June 2

Patron of: General intercession

Roman priest and deacon martyred together in 304 for refusing to abandon their Christian faith.

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