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Saint Bernard of Montjoux
$6.99Saint Bernard, born in 923, was a priest and archdeacon in northern Italy. He traveled diligently, bringing the faith, the sacraments, and education to the villages of the Alps. The cold, snowy mountain passes from Italy to Switzerland were very dangerous, so Bernard founded two hostels. The clergy there were always ready to rescue travelers from the snow, and they trained big dogs, now called Saint Bernards, to help too.
Feast Day: May 28
Patron of: Backpackers, Hikers, Mountain Climbers, Skiiers, Snowboarders, The Alps
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Saint Bernadette
$6.99Bernadette Soubirous was only 14 years old when Mary appeared to her at a grotto in Lourdes, France. There, Mary told Bernadette to dig a small spring. The young girl was ridiculed by many for claiming to see Mary, but eventually many miracles surrounding the apparitions verified her story. Today, more than five million people visit Lourdes every year. Countless miracles, especially healings, are attributed to the miraculous waters.
Feast Day: April 16
Patron of: Healing, Illness, People Who Are Ridiculed
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Saint Benedict
$6.00As a young man, Benedict fled Rome to become a monk. Many others followed him, and he developed the Rule of Saint Benedict to give them a balanced approach to a life of prayer and work. His holiness led to many miracles. One day, when a jealous man gave him poisoned bread, a raven flew away with the loaf! Saint Benedict’s greatest contribution to history – monastic life as we know it – changed the world forever.
Feast Day: July 11
Patron of: Europe, Monks, Poison Victims, Students
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Saint Barbara
$6.00Saint Barbara was the beautiful daughter of a pagan merchant. He kept her locked in a tower, which gave Barbara plenty of time to pray. When her father ordered a bath house built for Barbara, she asked the builders to add a third window in honor of the Trinity. When Barbara’s father found out that she was a Christian, he was furious and tried to get her to renounce her faith. She bravely refused and was martyred on December 4th.
Feast Day: December 4
Patron of: Architects, Construction Workers, Firemen, Fireworks Makers, Stone Masons
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Saint Augustine Zhao Rong
$6.99Augustine Zhao Rong, a Chinese soldier, was ordered to escort a bishop to his death sentence in Beijing. The bishop’s courage, patience and demeanor amazed Augustine and changed his life. Risking his own death sentence, Augustine was baptized, became a priest, and was himself martyred in 1815. In the year 2000, Augustine was canonized by Pope John Paul II, along with 119 other Chinese martyrs who had died for the Faith throughout the years.
Feast Day: July 9
Patron of: Catechizing Missionaries
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Saint Augustine
$6.00Augustine was born in 354 A.D. in North Africa. As a young man, he loved partying and spending his money. However, through prayer, reflection and study, Augustine began to realize his sins; he wrote to God: “Restless is our heart until it rests in you.” He became a priest and bishop, and he shared his conversion in Confessions, his autobiography. Augustine was made a Doctor of the Church for his brilliant writings.
Feast Day: August 28
Patronage: Brewers, Philosophers, Theologians
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Saint Anne
$6.00Anne was the mother of Mary and grandmother of Jesus. We only know a little about her through tradition, but she must have been a woman of great faith who inspired her daughter to trust in God’s plan. Today, Anne is the patron saint of homemakers and women in labor. She is also the patron of miners for her role in safeguarding her precious daughter and grandson.
Feast Day: July 26
Patron of: Cabinet Makers, Homemakers, Miners, Women In Labor
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Saint Angela Merici
$6.99Born in Italy in 1474, Angela was a Third Order of Saint Franciscan who embraced a life of poverty and sacrifice. She was deeply committed to the education of the girls in her town and founded the Company of Saint Ursula. The Ursulines are the oldest women’s teaching order in the Church.
Feast Day: January 27
Patron of: Disabled, Physically Challenged, Sick, Those Grieving The Loss Of Parents
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Saint Andrew Kim Taegon
$6.99Though Christianity was brought to Korea in 1592, it would be 250 years before the country had its first native-born priest. Andrew Kim Taegon came from a Christian family; his great-grandfather, grand-uncle, and father were all martyred under the Joseon Dynasty. Andrew traveled covertly to China to become a priest, and returned to Korea to preach and evangelize. He was captured, tortured and executed in 1846 at age 25.
Feast Day: September 20
Patron of: Korea
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Saint Andrew
$6.00Andrew and his brother, Peter, were fishermen until Jesus invited, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Andrew, a disciple of St. John the Baptist, was prepared to follow Jesus. He became one of the twelve apostles and continued to preach after Jesus’ resurrection. For evangelizing in Greece, Andrew was tied to an X-shaped cross, where he preached for two more days until his final breath.
Feast Day: November 30
Patron of: Fishermen, Greece, Russia, Scotland
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Saint Amelia
$6.99Born in 741 near Belgium, St. Amelia was preparing to become a nun when she caught the attention of the young Charlemagne. She struggled with him, and when he broke her arm it was miraculously healed and Charlemagne relented. Legend has it that Amelia later crossed a nearby river on a fish! She founded a church in Temsche and became known for her virtue and miracles.
Feast Day: July 10
Patron of: Broken Arms, Farmers, Fishermen, Young People
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Saint Ambrose
$6.99When Ambrose was born around 340, a swarm of bees settled near his crib, leaving a drop of honey on his tongue, a sign of his future gift for public speaking. Ambrose served in the Roman government in Milan. When the bishop died, the crowd nominated Ambrose, who was ordained deacon, priest, and bishop within a week! Ambrose preached the faith with skill and courage, and helped convert St. Augustine.
Feast Day: December 7
Patronage: Beekeepers, Candle Makers, Gingerbread Makers, Stone Masons
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Saint Aloysius Conzaga
$6.99Aloysius Gonzaga was raised by a worldly father amidst the vices of European nobility. After receiving his First Communion from Saint Charles Borromeo, Aloysius began to pray, do penance, and teach the catechism. Renouncing his inheritance, he entered the Jesuits, though sickness left him chronically weak. When plague struck Rome, Aloysius tended to the victims but fell ill himself and died at the age of 23 in 1591.
Feast Day: June 21
Patron of: Youth
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Saint Aidan
$6.99Aidan was a beloved monk and bishop who established the monastery of Lindisfarne – known today as Holy Island. It is said that when a nearby city was set fire by attackers, Aidan’s prayers extinguished the flames.
Feast Day: August 31
Patron of: Firefighters
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Saint Agnes
$6.00Agnes lived during a time of terrible persecution and was martyred in the name of her faith. Her name means “pure” in Greek and “lamb” in Latin. Many have heard her name mentioned in the Eucharistic Prayer at Mass!
Feast Day: January 21
Patron of: Abuse Victims, Girl Scouts, Girls, Purity
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Saint Agatha
$6.99Having dedicated her purity to God at a young age, Agatha was singled out during a period of intense persecution. Today, she is a beloved patron saint for breast cancer due to the specific torture she endured.
Feast Day: February 5
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Saint Abigail
$6.00Abigail traveled throughout Ireland hoping to discover God’s plan for her. When she finally found a place to call home, Abigail became a beekeeper. She used honey to make food for the hungry and medicine for the sick.
Feast Day: February 11
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My Mass Reflection & Coloring Book: A Coloring Book for Kids at Catholic Mass
$10.00My Mass Reflection & Coloring A Coloring Book for Kids at Catholic Mass is the perfect companion for elementary aged children as the attend Mass. This book serves as an aid to fully participating in the Mass by providing reflection prompt pages and faith inspired coloring pages. This coloring book makes a beautiful gift for sacraments like First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, Christmas gifts, or Easter basket gifts. Created by The Little Rose Shop.
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