Martha

Flemish Master (1497) (link)

Feast Day July 29

Patron of Cooks, Homemakers, Hospitality Workers, Servants

Situations Hospitality, Housework, Service

Professions Cooks, Homemakers, Hotel Workers, Servants

Saint Martha of Bethany was the sister of Mary and Lazarus, and a close friend of Jesus Christ. Known for her hospitality and service, she is famously depicted in the Gospel welcoming Jesus into her home. Her declaration “I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God” is one of the great professions of faith in Scripture.