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St. Anthony of Padua: A Patron of Lost Things and Preachers
St. Anthony of Padua is one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church. Known for his deep faith, powerful preaching, and intercession in finding lost items, he is a patron saint of lost things and seekers. His feast day (June 13th) is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on his life, his dedication to preaching the Gospel, and his devotion to God. To help children engage with his story, I’ve created a free St. Anthony of Padua coloring page that you can download and print!
Who Was St. Anthony of Padua?
St. Anthony was born in Portugal in 1195 and became a Franciscan friar. He was known for his incredible knowledge of Scripture and his ability to preach the Gospel with passion and clarity. Many people flocked to hear him speak, and he is often depicted holding a Bible and a lily. St. Anthony was not only a great preacher but also a man of charity, helping the poor and the sick wherever he went. His intercession is sought by those who have lost something, and many people believe that he helps them find their lost items through prayer.
Here you’ll find a video about St. Anthony of Padua from the Christian Family TV YouTube channel:
How to Use This Printable:
This coloring page is a simple yet meaningful way to introduce children to St. Anthony of Padua. Here are a few ways you can incorporate it into your home or classroom:
- Feast Day Celebration: Use it as an activity on June 13th to talk about St. Anthony’s life, his dedication to preaching, and his love for helping others.
- Lost and Found: Since St. Anthony is the patron saint of lost things, encourage children to think about how they can turn to God in prayer when they are looking for something, not just lost items but also spiritual guidance.
- Bible Study: Pair the coloring page with a reading from the Gospel where Jesus speaks about seeking and finding.
- Here’s a passage to read together: Matthew 7:7-8 (Find reflection questions below the printable.)
Ask, and it will be given to you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you. For everyone who asks receives, and everyone who searches finds, and for everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.
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Reflection:
After reading and watching the video, ask the children:
- What does it mean to seek something? Why is it important to keep searching when we want something?
- How can we show our trust in God when we lose something, either physically or spiritually?
- How can we help others who are searching for something they have lost, either an object or hope?
- St. Anthony was known for his great love for the poor and the sick. How can we be like St. Anthony and help those in need?
When You Can’t Find Something, Pray to St. Anthony!
St. Anthony of Padua is known for his powerful intercession in helping people find lost things. When you lose something, big or small, you can pray to St. Anthony for help. It’s a simple and heartfelt prayer:
St. Anthony, please come around.
Something is lost and must be found.
This prayer is often said when something is misplaced or lost, and many people have experienced the joy of finding the item they were looking for after asking for St. Anthony’s intercession.
Try it out the next time you lose something—St. Anthony’s help is just a prayer away!