St. Aloysius Gonzaga Wooden Doll Ornament

Handmade original St. Aloysius Gonzaga wooden doll ornament. Perfect for the Christmas Tree. Bring out on his feast day or for a Novena. Gift for a birthday or sacrament (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Marriage) celebration. Teacher, priest, grandparent gift.

Feast Day: June 21

Born in Italy the oldest of 7 to an aristocratic family, his first words spoken were “Jesus” and “Mary. Destined for the military by his father but by age 9 decided on religious life and took a vow of perpetual virginity (lilies), keeping his eye downcast in the presence of women. Blessed to be given his first Holy Communion by St. Charles Borromeo, at 18 he chose the Jesuits. Suffering from kidney disease, skin ailments, chronic headaches and insomnia, he spent much time in prayer and reading the lives of the saints; he taught catechism to the poor and served in Milan hospitals during the plague of 1587. With a great devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary (rosary), he received last rites from St. Robert Bellarmine, he died at 23 of the plague (skull).

Patron of young students, Christian youth, Jesuit novices, AIDS sufferers and caregivers

Made of wood, felt, ribbon, and handmade accessories. Includes tag and card with Saints' biography and description. Approximately 4" tall. Packaged in cellophane bag. Shipped in box with bubble wrap.