St. Bridget of Sweden
Patron Saint of Europe and Sweden
At an early age, St. Bridget began having visions of Christ crucified. St. Bridget’s visions set the foundation for her daily emphasis on charity. St. Bridget was married in the court of the Swedish king, Magnus II. She was a mother to eight children. One of whom, Catherine, became St. Catherine of Sweden. St. Bridget is the patron saint of Europe.