Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Franciscan friar and priest who was arrested by the Nazis and sent to the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1941. He is particularly famous for an act of immense self-sacrifice. When a fellow prisoner was selected to be executed in reprisal for an escape attempt, Maximilian Kolbe volunteered to take the man's place, ultimately dying in his stead. His actions at Auschwitz and his dedication to the Catholic faith led to his canonization as a saint in 1982.
 
St. Maximilian Kolbe is recognized as the patron saint of several groups and causes, including:
 
Drug addicts: St. Maximilian Kolbe is often invoked as the patron saint of those struggling with drug addiction. While he may not have had a direct connection to drug addiction during his lifetime, his compassion and dedication to helping others in their time of need make him a fitting patron for those seeking recovery from addiction.
Prisoners: Given his experiences at Auschwitz and his ultimate sacrifice, St. Maximilian Kolbe is also considered the patron saint of prisoners. He is seen as a symbol of hope and intercession for those who are incarcerated or facing unjust imprisonment.
Journalists and media professionals: St. Maximilian Kolbe was a prolific writer and publisher. He founded a magazine called "Knight of the Immaculata" and used media as a means of spreading the Catholic faith. As a result, he is often regarded as the patron saint of journalists and media professionals.
Martyrs: St. Maximilian Kolbe's willingness to lay down his life for another prisoner at Auschwitz led to his martyrdom, and he is venerated as a patron saint of martyrs.
 
 St. Maximilian Kolbe's legacy is characterized by his selflessness, love for others, and dedication to his faith, which continue to inspire people around the world.
 
 
Paper stock Novena prayer card folder of Saint Kolbe.  It Contains two prayers for healing those addicted to drugs.  The back contains a brief bio.
Printed in Italy.
Oxidized 1" medal
2 1/2" X 4" when folder is closed.