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Hard to believe but as far as I can tell, there is no Patron Saint of Blogging. Yes, Saint Isidore of Seville has been named the Patron Saint of the internet and of computer users. So I guess he covers blogging, in a way. But not really. Isidore was a learned man so computers and the internet seem quite appropriate. And yes, he was a writer, but there’s something about blogging that’s more personal than the kind of writing that Isidore of Seville did.
And so, I’m trying to figure out who would be a good Patron Saint of Blogging. I think the Vatican must ultimately decide, but it doesn’t hurt to do a little searching and polling on my own. Maybe the Vatican will refer to my blog post to make a decision. Hey! You never know!
I’ve read suggestions of Saint Hugh of Lincoln, Saint Jerome and Saint Maximilian Kolbe, all of whom would be fine choices but still seem to be missing something that says “blogger.” That’s why I’ve come up with my own list of candidates. Whether you’re Catholic or not, go ahead and give me your opinion. Tell me what you think. (These are in no particular oder, btw)
First up, Paul the Apostle. He’s really a pretty obvious choice, which could give him the edge or make him less desirable. He’s already the patron of writers, reporters, publishers, journalists and authors. The letters he wrote are in the Bible. And if that’s not enough, he’s always depicted with a sword and a book. Rather blog-appropriate, I’d say.
Next is Francis de Sales. He, too, is patron of authors, journalists and writers. He kind of “bucked the system” by joining the priesthood instead of continuing on in politics as his family wanted. Bloggers “bucked the system” by blogging, or at least that’s the perception of some. On the other hand, he was very kind and soft spoken. That isn’t usually a trait associated with bloggers. (Or is it just the blogging crowd in my life?)
An interesting choice would be Alonso Rodriguez. This guy wasn’t considered bright; he was initially refused by the Jesuits because he was not educated enough and then left college because he couldn’t do the work. And yet, after his death a collection of manuscripts of journal entries was discovered and later published. “Spiritual Works of Blessed Alonso Rodriguez” contained Alonso’s thoughts, musings and illustrations that were simple and yet displayed a remarkable sound and correct understanding of doctrine. Might bloggers be thought of as not bright enough for traditional media, and yet have a solid grasp on the passing scene?
Okay, those are my top three candidates. Feel free to comment about these three or to add another that seems better suited. Maybe we bloggers will finally get our own Patron Saint.
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Woooo, I didn’t think of Paul. He gets my vote for sho’.
Great! One vote for Paul.
I would join you in nominating Alonzo. There’s a real “in your face” quality about somebody who would buck the Jesuits like this — and his obsessive manuscript writing fits right in with most bloggers’ need to post entries early and often. Good choice, Marisa!
You could tell I like him best, huh?
I miss you! I like that idea, and I vote for Alonzo too.