How to Celebrate the Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (January 4)





St. Elizabeth Ann Seton was the first American-born saint and a devoted wife, mother, and educator. She trusted God through great suffering and went on to found the first Catholic schools in the United States. Her feast day is a beautiful opportunity to pray for children, teachers, and all who educate.



Here are meaningful ways to celebrate her feast day!



Make Our Catholic Bookmarks



Use our Catholic Bookmarks Printable featuring St. Elizabeth Ann Seton quote and other Catholic prayers.







Take a Virtual Tour of the Seton Shrine



Visit the Seton Shrine virtually and explore where St. Elizabeth lived and taught.
?https://setonshrine.org/virtual-tours/







Pray for Students and Educators



Say a special prayer for:



  • Children in schools


  • Teachers and homeschool educators


  • Parents guiding their children’s education






Enjoy an American-Style Meal



Honor America’s first saint with a simple, family-friendly American meal:

  • Soup and bread


  • Sliders or sandwiches


  • Apple pie or cookies






Read About Her Life



Share a short story about how St. Elizabeth trusted God through loss and hardship, reminding children that God is always near.