The Wonder Worker
St. Anthony of Padua, after whom this hospital is named, is one of the most revered of Catholic saints. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 1195, he was renowned for his gift of miracles, fearless courage and powerful preaching. Legend has it that when one of his sermons fell on unreceptive ears, he went down to a nearby river and preached to the fish.

In his brief life, he became known as a saint of the people, a simple and humble man who cared deeply about the poor and oppressed and advocated tirelessly for social justice. When he died in 1231 at the age of only 36, it is said that his passing was announced in the streets of Padua, Italy, by a group of weeping children.

Centuries later, as Sister Mary Huberta began her improbable crusade to build a hospital, it is not surprising that she invoked the name of St. Anthony. After all, he is called "the wonder worker of saints," and her dream would require little short of a miracle.

Today, St. Anthony North continues the rich tradition of Catholic health care and benevolent service. With a mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ, the hospital is a true reflection of its compassionate patron.