Handmade original St. Catherine of Bologna wooden doll ornament. Perfect for the Christmas Tree. Bring out on her 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: March 9
Born in 1413 to an aristocratic family and daughter of a diplomat, Catherine received a wonderful education, excelling in reading, writing, singing, art, viola and Latin. At 13 she entered a convent determined to live a life of perfection. Admired for her holiness, at 19 she founded a monastery of the Poor Clares. Willing to humbly serve as laundress, baker and animal caretaker. She experienced visions of Jesus and Satan, including one of the Blessed Virgin placing the Baby Jesus in her arms. Her body remains incorrupt in the Bologna convent chapel, seated on a golden throne. Patron of artists, against temptations, Bologna
Made of wood, felt, ribbon, and handmade accessories. Includes tag and card with Saint's biography and description. Approximately 4" tall. Packaged in cellophane bag. Shipped in box with bubble wrap.
