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The patron saint of the United States is the Blessed Virgin Mary, under the title of the Immaculate Conception:

How she became patron saint

In 1846, the bishops of the United States proclaimed Mary as the patroness of the country. Pope Pius IX formally approved the choice in 1847.

Why she was chosen

Mary was chosen because of the common devotion to her, especially as the Immaculate Conception, that many ethnic groups brought to the United States. She is seen as a unifying patroness for the country's diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives.

Feast day

The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated on December 8.