St. Christopher medals were originally worn by seafaring folk for safe passage, and in the 1960s the medals were lovingly adopted by the surfing community. Surfers wore the necklace for protection in the ocean and even gave the medallion to their Betties as a symbol of going steady.
Why is St. Christopher the patron saint of surfers?
Saint Christopher is regarded as the patron saint of travel, so he became the perfect symbol for surfers searching for glassy waves and adventurers cruising from highway to highway.
What does wearing a St. Christopher mean?
The Saint Christopher pendant is usually worn on a necklace and is used as a lucky travel talisman. It is said to bless travellers who bear it with luck and good fortune to those on their journeys. Carrying a Saint Christopher charm on you bring you health, prosperity and faith.Feb 6, 2020
Who is the patron saint of surfers?
Saint Christopher
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Who can wear St Christopher necklace?
Surfers wore St. Christophers for protection in the ocean and gave the medallions to their boyfriends and girlfriends as a sign of going steady. For over 50 years, St. Christopher necklaces have remained a symbol of connection to the ocean, and of the carefree beach life of the ocean-loving folks who wear them.Mar 7, 2019
What does Saint Christopher Protect You From?
travelers
What is Saint Christopher patron saint of?
travellers
Why do surfers wear St. Christopher?
Surfers wore St. Christophers for protection in the ocean, as a symbol of good luck, and gave the medals to their girlfriends and boyfriends as a sign of going steady. And with the connection to travel, St. Christopher medals were at the top of the packing list for all types of road trips and adventures.Jan 6, 2021
Why is Christopher no longer a saint?
Among Catholicism's most popular saints, Christopher was listed as a martyr. Legend had it he carried a child who grew increasingly heavy across a river -- the child was supposed to be carrying the weight of God. But there wasn't enough historical evidence the man ever existed, so Pope Paul VI dropped him.
What does St. Christopher represent?
Saint Christopher is the patron saint of travellers, drivers, sailors, storms and gardeners. He is one of the saints from a group called the “Fourteen Holy Helpers”. These 14 saints helped to fight diseases and were often called on during the Black Death in Europe.Feb 6, 2020