St. Ivo of Kermartin Wooden Doll Ornament

Handmade original St. Ivo of Kermartin 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: May 19

Born in 1253, Ivo served as an ecclesiastical judge and advocate of the poor. Following ordination, he served as a parish priest for 18 years; before daily Mass he would prostrate before the altar, tearfully offering prayers. Preparing sermons on his knees, he often preached about the lives of the saints and kept his breviary and Bible at his side almost constantly. Generously giving his time to hear confessions and bringing Viaticum to the dying, carrying the Eucharist in a silver pyx over his heart. On his deathbed, he kept his eyes fixed upon a crucifix, saying his only doctor was Jesus Christ, repeatedly making the sign of the cross before breathing his last at 50.

Patron of Brittany, lawyers, abandoned children

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.