Handmade original St. Francis of Assisi wooden doll ornament. Perfect for the Christmas Tree. Bring out on his feast day. Gift for a birthday or sacrament (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Marriage) celebration. Teacher, priest, grandparent gift.
Born in 1182, he loved God’s beauty in the universe and wrote “The Canticle of the Sun.” In imitation of Christ, he left his noble home with only a robe and founded the Franciscan order to seek out the poor. He is the first known person to receive the stigmata including his hands, feet, and side. He is also credited with staging the first Nativity scene. Patron of animals and the environment.
Feast Day: October 4
Dressed in his Franciscan habit and pictured with a dove for his love of nature and peace. Made of wood, felt and handmade accessories. Includes tag and card with Saint description. Approximately 4" tall. Packaged in cellophane bag. Shipped in box with bubble wrap.
