St. Margaret of Scotland
Patron Saint of Scotland
Sometimes called the "Pearl of Scotland," St. Margaret was born to an exiled prince and later lived at the court of St. Edward the Confessor. After the Norman Conquest, Margaret and her family fled England and settled in Scotland where she married King Malcolm III. As queen, she was consulted in state matters, promoted the arts and education, and helped reform the Church in Scotland. Her reforms helped the stability of the Church in Scotland. Known throughout her kingdom for her piety and charitable nature, Margaret died in 1093. She is a model for holding positions of power and still living a charitable life. She was canonized by Pope Innocent IV in 1250.