Saint Valentine

Martyr of Love. Witness to Marriage. Defender of Christian Fidelity.

Saint Valentine gave his life for Christ and for the sanctity of Christian love, standing against a culture that opposed marriage, faithfulness, and sacrifice.

When Catholics invoke Saint Valentine, they seek strength in marriage, purity of heart, faithful love, and courage to live Christ-centered relationships.

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Saint Valentine at a Glance

Title: Saint Valentine
Role: Priest and Martyr
Patron Saint of: Engaged couples, married couples, young people, faithful love
Feast Day: February 14
Place of Ministry: Rome
Century: 3rd Century

Who is Saint Valentine?

Saint Valentine is remembered not for romance as the world defines it, but for sacrificial, Christ-centered love.

A priest during the persecution of Christians under Emperor Claudius II, Saint Valentine ministered to the faithful in secret.

Sacred tradition reveals Saint Valentine as:

A priest who upheld Christian marriage
A shepherd who defended sacramental love
A witness who placed Christ above the state
A martyr who died for truth and fidelity

Saint Valentine reportedly performed Christian marriages despite imperial bans, affirming that love is ordered by God—not government.

He chose martyrdom rather than compromise.

Why Saint Valentine Matters Today

Love Has Been Redefined

The witness of Saint Valentine confronts a world that has distorted the meaning of love.

Today, families face:

Attacks on marriage
Confusion about love and commitment
Cultural pressure to reject Christian morality
Faithlessness disguised as freedom

Saint Valentine reminds us:

Love is sacrificial
Marriage is sacred
Faithfulness is an act of courage
Christ must be at the center of all love

This is why Saint Valentine’s witness is more necessary than ever.

Prayer & Devotion

Prayer for Faithful Love

Saint Valentine is invoked by those seeking holy relationships rooted in Christ.

“Saint Valentine, witness of faithful love, intercede for us, that our hearts may be ordered toward God and strengthened in truth.”

His intercession calls couples to holiness, sacrifice, and lifelong commitment.

Pray with intention.

Love with courage.

Remain faithful.

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Learn with Saint Valentine

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Deepen your understanding of Saint Valentine through faithful Catholic education.

At CatholicOnline.school, explore Saint Valentine–focused classes designed for:

Catholic elementary students
Middle and high school learners
Adult faith formation
Families learning together

These classes cover:

Who Saint Valentine was and why he matters
Christian love and sacramental marriage
Faithfulness, sacrifice, and courage
Living Christ-centered relationships in a modern world

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Light a Candle in Honor of Saint Valentine

Join Catholics around the world in prayer by lighting a candle in honor of Saint Valentine.

At prayercandles.org, you can:

Light a virtual prayer candle
Offer prayers for marriages and relationships
Entrust loved ones to Saint Valentine’s intercession
Unite your prayer with the global Church

Each candle is a visible sign of faith, prayer, and trust in God’s plan for love.

Light a Prayer Candle for Saint Valentine

Free Catholic Resources

Deepen Your Devotion

Access free, faithful Catholic resources related to Saint Valentine:

Printable Saint Valentine prayer cards
Catholic teaching on love and marriage
Resources for engaged and married couples
Family faith formation materials

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Sacred Items Honoring Saint Valentine

Support your devotion with blessed and meaningful items:

Saint Valentine medals
Marriage prayer cards
Faith-based gifts for couples
Books on Christian love and fidelity

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The oldest image of Saint Valentine (far left) from the 5th century.

The Church needs witnesses of faithful love today.

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Produce new saint journeys and videos
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Defend the Faith in the digital age

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Join Millions of Devoted Catholics

Saint Valentine is honored by Catholics around the world.

Share this journey with:

Engaged and married couples
Young people discerning relationships
Prayer groups and parishes

Continue the Journey

The saints stand together.

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“Faithful Love Endures”

Let Saint Valentine strengthen marriages, purify hearts, and remind the world that true love is rooted in Christ.

Stand firm.
Love faithfully.
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Saint Valentine

Martyr of Love. Witness to Marriage. Defender of Christian Fidelity.

Saint Valentine at a Glance

Who is Saint Valentine?

Why Saint Valentine Matters Today

Love Has Been Redefined

Prayer & Devotion

Prayer for Faithful Love

Learn with Saint Valentine

Catholic Online School

Light a Candle in Honor of Saint Valentine

Light a Candle in Honor of Saint Valentine

Free Catholic Resources

Deepen Your Devotion

Sacred Items Honoring Saint Valentine

Support Saint Valentine’s Mission

Join Millions of Devoted Catholics

Continue the Journey

The saints stand together.

“Faithful Love Endures”

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