We’re in the midst of summer vacation and whether you're planning a cross-country road trip, a long-awaited beach getaway, or a quiet cabin weekend, don’t leave your faith at home.
This summer, take a saint with you. The Church gives us heavenly companions for every journey—patron saints who can pray for your safety, peace, and purpose while you travel.
Meet Your Heavenly Travel Companions
Here are a few saints to invoke before you hit the road:
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St. Christopher – Patron saint of travelers. Ask for his intercession as you drive, fly, or sail.
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St. Joseph – Protector of families. A great intercessor for peaceful family vacations.
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St. Raphael the Archangel – The ultimate road trip companion! He guided Tobias safely in the Book of Tobit.
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Our Lady of the Way (Madonna della Strada) – A beautiful title of Mary, especially for those journeying by car or foot.
Prayer to St. Christopher:
"Dear St. Christopher, protect me today in all my travels along the road’s way. Give your warning sign if danger is near so that I may stop while the path is clear."
Spiritual Books That Travel Well
Faith doesn’t take a vacation—and spiritual reading makes the perfect companion for slow mornings or quiet nights away. Consider these portable Scepter titles:
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The Way by St. Josemaría Escrivá – Small, pocket-sized, and packed with wisdom for daily life.
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Holy Rosary by St. Josemaría Escrivá – Meditations perfect for long drives or quiet beach walks.
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Time for God by Fr. Jacques Philippe – A travel-friendly invitation to deeper prayer, even on the go.
Other Ways to Keep Your Faith on the Road
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Look up local Mass times at your destination. Use masstimes.org to find a parish.
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Pack your rosary and a small holy card or image for your suitcase or dashboard.
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Pray a morning offering before each day’s adventure.
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Visit a shrine or cathedral if you’re passing through a new city.
Every journey is a chance to encounter God—through beauty, stillness, rest, or surprise. Let this summer’s travel be about more than sightseeing. Let it be a pilgrimage of the heart.
Browse travel-friendly spiritual books at Scepter Publishers.
