St. Ambrose was a bishop, theologian, and hymn writer who shaped the early Church. He’s known for his wisdom, his courage in defending the faith, and—famously—his connection to bees and honey, symbolizing the sweetness of God’s Word.
Here are simple ways to celebrate St. Ambrose today!
Make Our St. Ambrose Bee Printable
Use our Bee Craft Printable to introduce kids to why bees and honey are symbols for St. Ambrose. Talk about how God’s truth is sweet to the soul.
Enjoy Honey Treats Together
Celebrate with something sweet:
- Honey on fresh bread
- Honey nut granola
- Honey cake or bun
- Tea sweetened with honey
Listen to or Pray the Te Deum
The Te Deum—a hymn traditionally attributed to St. Ambrose—is a beautiful prayer of praise. Play a chant version while you color, cook, or unwind. Even young children can join in a repeated refrain.
Make Candles or Pray with Candlelight
Since St. Ambrose is the patron saint of candlemakers, try:
- Rolling beeswax candles (easy for kids!)
- Lighting a special candle during prayer time
- Saying a short prayer like: “St. Ambrose, help us shine with Christ’s light.”
