The Patron Saint of Urgency

Saint Expeditus is the unlikely patron of sudden, urgent causes. Legend says he was a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and chose to act immediately rather than procrastinating on his faith.

The name Expeditus actually means quick or fast, leading to his status as the saint of speed. He is often depicted stepping on a crow that squawks cras, the Latin word for tomorrow, representing the rejection of delay. Many people pray to him specifically when they need a rapid resolution to a pressing problem. It is a fascinating example of how a name can shape a religious legacy over centuries.