What is the meaning of St. Christophers medal?
A St. Christopher’s medal depicts the Catholic patron saint of travelers, St. Christopher. St. Christopher is also the patron saint of several towns, including Germany’s Baden.LegendThe legendary St. Christopher took service carrying people across the river, and one day carried a child who became heavier and heavier. The saint persisted, and the child later told Christopher that he was carrying the burden of the world through Jesus.HistorySaint Christopher was a 3rd century martyr once recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. In 1969, the Catholic church determined that this saint was legendary rather than historical and dropped him from their official calendar.DescriptionA St. Christopher’s medallion usually features a robed man carrying a child with a halo. Silver and gold are common materials for the medallion.CelebrationsThe Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates St. Christopher on May 9. According to Catholic Online, the former feast day of St. Christopher
