About Saint Margaret Clitherow
Margaret Clitherow, born in York in 1556, was a wife, mother, and convert to Catholicism who sheltered priests and enabled clandestine Masses during persecution. Arrested in 1586, she refused to enter a plea so her children and servants would not be forced to testify. She was pressed to death and is honored as a martyr.
Prayer
Pray with Saint Margaret Clitherow
God of courageous hospitality, you strengthened Saint Margaret Clitherow to protect the Mass, priests, and her family under persecution. Through her intercession, guard households that shelter the vulnerable, sustain prisoners of conscience, and give parents wise, fearless love. Amen.
