St. Nicholas, Patron Saint of Bakers and Brides and Children
Saint Nicholas of Myra is the man behind our modern-day Santa Claus. He was a Greek bishop, elected due to his piety and charity. Nicholas was certainly very charitable: he gave gifts of all sorts, especially at Christmastime. Nicholas preserved his flock from heresy, as well as spread the faith as a missionary. Saint Nicholas of Myra, a firm believer in charity, is one of the most popular saints in the world.
