[1474-1540] was left an orphan. She began teaching catechism to the children of her village. She founded the Ursulines, the first teaching order of women in the Church. Her sisters taught catechism and educated young girls. Ahead of her time, Angela founded an uncloistered, flexible society of women, without habits, vows or community life. That all came later. She is shown with a young girl. …

This lovely Vladimir Madonna and Child Florentine plaque is on an arched wood plaque accented with hand applied gold leaf.  It measures 4 1/2 in. x 5 3/4 in. and comes from Italy.

(Ansis, Evan, Giannes, Giovanni, Hans, Hannu, Ioannis, Ivan, Iwan, Ivashka, Jan, Janeczek, Jankielek, Janko, Janos, Jean, Jonas, Jovan, Johann, Johannes, Joannes, Juhani, Juan, Juanitocho, Vanechka, Vanya, Xuan, Yochanan, Zana) [1542-1591], Carmelite friar and mystic. John met St. Teresa of Avila and founded for her the first house for men of the Discalced Reform. For five years he was her …

This plaque makes a wonderful gift for a sponsor from the newly confirmed Catholic. Let your sponsor know how much you have appreciated their support on your journey! This silver double plaque measures 7 in. wide and 5 in. tall and is made in the U.S.  

This ceramic plaque of St. Catherine of Siena is 8 1/2 in. tall and 4 1/2 in. wide.

(Brigid, Birgitta) [1303-1373] was a noblewoman married to a Swedish prince. Widowed, she founded a monastery and an order of women (Order of the Most Holy Redeemer) known as the “Bridgettines.” She wrote down her visions and revelations. She died in Rome on her return from Jerusalem. She is shown in the habit of her order, with her pilgrim’s staff holding a heart with a cross and kicking aside …

A Hebrew Prophet who was a captive in Babylon and who interpreted the dreams of Nebuchadnezzar and handwriting on the wall for Belshazzar. Daniel was delivered by God from the lions into whose den he was thrown for refusing to obey a decree of Darius. His feast is July 21 (OLD testament)

St. Benedict of Nursia is shown in this modern Greek icon.  St. Benedict founded 12 monasteries, living from 480-550.

This picture is truly a masterpiece.  Designed by an Italian master sculptor, it depicts the suffering face of Christ in great detail.  It is crafted in sterling silver and has gold plated accents.  The picture comes mounted on a mahogany back and has an ornate leaf design frame.  It measures 17.32" tall and 13.39" wide.

This is a modern Greek icon of St. Christopher showing him carrying the Child Jesus across a river on his back.  It had happened that one day St. Christopher bore the Lord and was weighed down for Christ carries the whole world.  St. Christopher died a martyr on May 9, 255.

[1033-1109], Archbishop of Canterbury, Doctor of the Church and Father of Scholasticism, because he formed a link between St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas. He had a stormy career. He was exiled twice for championing the Church's rights with two kings. He was a champion of Human Freedom: he forbade the sale of human beings. He is shown with our Lady & a ship, symbolizing the Church. His …

This Angels with heart and flowers is 4" tall x 7 1/2" wide.

This work of art is designed by an Italian master sculptor, it is shaped like a cross and has a relief medallion in center depicting the suffering face of Christ in great detail.  It is crafted in sterling silver.   The cross comes mounted on a mahogany back.  It measures 7.48" tall and 5.51" wide.

This unique Divine Mercy plaque is mounted behind glass in a gold embossed frame.  The frame measures 6 1/2" tall X 6" wide.  The plaque is crafted in fine sterling silver in the Italian town of Loreto by Salerni, one of the finest silver manufacturers in the world.

[1384-1440], was a faithful and devoted wife for forty years, served the poor, the ill and endured many trials. She founded a community of Benedictine Oblates, which she joined 3 years later after her husband died. She had the gift of healing, visions and revelations and was devoted to her Guardian Angel, whom she often saw (as a child of eight) walking with her. For this reason, she is the …

This beautiful Saint Benedict Plaque features a picture of St Benedict in the middle of the cross, with scenes from his life around the rest of the cross. The plaque measures 9 5/8in. by 7in. and is made in Italy.

 [480-550], a young Roman nobleman, abandoned all possessions and worldly ambition in order more perfectly to seek and serve God. He is the father of Western Monasticism, patron of monks and nuns, and of all men and women who seek peace in work and prayer. He is the patron of speliologists (cave explorers), farmworkers, of poison sufferers and of Europe. His feast is July 11.

 [480-550], a young Roman nobleman, abandoned all possessions and worldly ambition in order more perfectly to seek and serve God. He is the father of Western Monasticism, patron of monks and nuns, and of all men and women who seek peace in work and prayer. He is the patron of speliologists (cave explorers), farmworkers, of poison sufferers and of Europe. His feast is July 11.

[1891-1942] was truly a great woman of the 20th Century. Born a Jew, she became an atheist, a philosopher, a teacher and, then, after reading the Autobiography of St. Teresa of Avila, she became Catholic and a Carmelite nun. She was killed with her sister, also a nun, by the Nazis in Auschwitz. She is shown in her habit, with a book (for learning) and with the prisoner‚s Star of David. Her …

1004-1066] became King of England at 40. He was tall, well built, with white hair and beard and he loved hunting and hawking. One of the most popular of sovereigns, he was a peace-loving man whose reign was one of peace, prosperity and good government in spite of grave challenges. He was religious, devout and generous to the poor and infirm. He was just, considerate, unselfish and gentle. His …