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With 240 color photos and engaging text, this is the first book devoted to collecting rosaries! Hundreds of examples and informative text enables antique lovers, historians, and collectors of religious artifacts to identify variations of rosaries, and their crosses, crucifixes, and religious medals, determining their age and place of origin. It contains historical insights and descriptions, explaining materials used and legends associated with various rosaries. Background information on rosary makers, answers to frequently asked questions, and a glossary to define related terms are also included. With the information enclosed, readers searching brick and mortar stores or online will be able to distinguish between genuine antiques, reproductions, and rosaries that have been altered. The color photographs and concise descriptions identify old and new rosaries in detail. 152 pp. 241 color photos. Hardcover.
A most comprehensive booklet on St. Anne including a historical review of her major relics which can be venerated to this day in Apt, France and, for those in NSW, in the parish church of St Anne's Bondi where a relic of her finger bone can be found. St. Anne, the beloved Mother of Our Lady and Grandmother of Our Lord, has proved herself a heavenly helper for every need. She is especially invoked as Patroness of Mothers, Comfort of the Sorrowing, Mother of the Poor, Health of the Sick, Patroness of the Childless, Help of the Pregnant, Model of Married Women and Mothers, Protectress of Widows and Patroness of Laborers. Softcover. 80 pages. 9.53 x 0.51 x 15.24 cm
“How can we save civilization?” It’s becoming a common question. As the world descends into chaos, Christians are thinking deeply about how to stem the tide. Many options have been presented to overcome Christian persecution and cultural decadence, but The Marian Option is one that is already in motion…and has been for centuries. Dr. Carrie Gress provides a thoroughly researched account of the significant cultural and military events where Mary interceded on behalf us, her children. With a detective’s eye, Gress uncovers the fascinating details of Mary’s role in major geopolitical shifts, showing how instrumental Our Mother was in: - Freeing Spain from Islamic occupation - Igniting the largest mass conversion to Catholicism in history - Leading an unassuming priest to bring down the world’s most powerful empire without firing a shot - Stomping out heresies and false teachings from the Church Beyond the battlefield, The Marian Option also highlights the link between Marian devotion and culture, showing how the arts flourish when devotion to her is strong. If we want to protect our children and our faith—if we want to restore civilization to Christ—Mary is the key. Not only is she keenly interested in assisting Christians, but she also has the ability to do so, even in the face of the gravest odds. We just have to ask. The Marian Option will leave you with a new perspective on the Blessed Mother, a renewed hope in the future of the Church and the world. Hardback; 240 pages; 22.2x14.6cm
These rosary beads are designed and handmade in Italy by the Ghirelli family who have been producing rosaries for over thirty years, including the official rosaries for the last three Popes. The central medal features Pope Francis. The beads are white with the medal and crucifix finished in antique silver. This rosary comes with its own special edition gift box.
A unique and most striking Brazilian Walnut wall ornament with leather bracing and which has the powerful St Benedict Medal embedded in its very structure. Place it at the entrance of your home, office, or workshop to serve as a reminder of the protection we can receive by way of the sacramentals of Holy Mother Church. The St Benedict Medal, when blessed, is a powerful sacramental and where the members of the family will benefit spiritually from the protection it affords in the face of the wiles and temptations of the Enemy. Length: 22.5cm
Beautifully situated on a base of Brazilian Walnut Timber, this representation of St Michael defeating the enemy of the people of God will be a daily reminder to call upon his powerful assistance when we are assailed by the Devil and his minions. St. Michael the archangel leads the angelic hosts in defending the Church and the faithful in the spiritual battle that the Enemy constantly wages. His name, meaning “Who is like to God?”, should constantly be on our lips and will be when we keep his image as a point of prayerful reference in our homes and workplaces. Dimensions: 7.6cm x 7.4cm
Beautifully situated on a base of Brazilian Walnut Timber, this Unity Crucifix will be a daily reminder that Our Blessed Mother always leads us to the life giving side of Jesus her Son. The Unity Cross was originally designed in Brazil in 1960 by Fr. Angel Vicente Cerro of the Schoenstatt Movement, a Marian Apostolic movement of the Catholic Church. It depicts the Virgin Mary — the "woman" at the foot of the cross — as an icon of the Church and humanity, receiving the blood of the crucified Christ in a chalice. It is the moment of the mystical, spousal union of the New Adam and the New Eve. The asymmetrical yet balanced shape of the cross is unique to Cerro's design. The Unity Cross was adopted by Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta as a symbol for her community and a large Unity Cross is prominent in the chapel of the motherhouse of the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, India. In 1981, it was given to Pope John Paul II by the Schoenstatt family after he was shot in Saint Peter's Square where it became it was a comfort and companion for the Holy Father during that 'trying hour.' Dimensions: 5.5cm x 8cm
This wall mounted Holy Water Font promotes the grace filled use of Holy Water in the family home. With its beautiful inclusion of the St Benedict Medal and mounting of natural Brazilian Walnut timber, it aids in establishing a daily habit of blessing oneself upon leaving and re-entering the family home. It is also a strong and most tangible reminder of one's baptismal calling and the responsibility we have each time we enter into secular life. This Holy Water Font is a wonderful way to promote and encourage the use of sacramentals in day to day living. Comes gift packed. Dimensions: 16cm x 4cm x 9.5cm
These beautifully crafted palm crosses are handmade by Christian families from olive wood grown in the Holy Land. Designed to fit comfortably into the palm of one's hand as an aid to prayer and meditation, Comfort Crosses are an ideal spiritual companion for easing fears and worries and make a beautiful gift for students, teachers, graduates, and those of our brothers and sisters in hospitals and nursing homes. The sale of olive wood products made available on our website contributes substantially to the livelihood and wellbeing of the families who craft them. Your purchase of these beautiful items will support our Christian brothers and sisters as they struggle to support their families living and working in the Holy Land. This support is crucial, particularly amidst the current difficulties and challenges faced by our brothers and sisters as a result of the ongoing situation in the Holy Land. Length 9cm.
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