Saint Philomena, prayer to the virgin martyr for the solution of impossible cases

The mystery that surrounds the figure of Saint Philomena, young Christian martyr who lived during the primitive era of the Church of Rome, continues to fascinate the faithful around the world. Despite the uncertainties about her history and identity, his devotion to her is still alive and passionate.

According to tradition, Saint Philomena was one Greek princess who converted to Christianity at the age of 13 years and rejected the love of the Emperor Diocletian to consecrate his own chastity to Jesus. For this reason, she was arrested, tortured and finally beheaded. His body was buried in the Catacombs of Priscilla on the Via Salaria, where it was found in 1802 during excavations.

Despite the uncertainties about her identity, Saint Philomena is considered patroness of the Children of Mary and protector of impossible causes. In particular young married couples in difficulty, sterile mothers, the sick and prisoners. The faithful turn to her for comfort, protection and spiritual help.

The relics of Saint Philomena

The Sanctuary of Santa Filomena a Mugnano Cardinal it is one of the most venerated places associated with the young martyr. His are kept here relics translated from the catacombs of Priscilla in 1805. The sanctuary is a place of pilgrimage for faithful from all over the world, who go there to pray and ask forintercession of Santa Filomena.

Sister Maria Luisa of Jesus, by saying that he received the story of the saint directly from her, he contributed to spreading her cult and devotion. Even the testimonies of miracles such as those of Paolina Jaricot and Holy Curé of Ars. they helped promote his cult.

Although her name was removed from the Roman Missal in 1961, Saint Philomena continues to be venerated and invoked by the faithful who seek her help and protection. Her sanctuary in Mugnano del Cardinale is a place of faith and devotion, where the faithful come together to pray for the young martyr.