St. Katharine Drexel Wooden Doll Ornament

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

Feast Day: March 3

Born in Philadelphia in 1858 to a devout, wealthy family who practiced corporal works of mercy. Entering the convent, she established The Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament for Indians and Colored Americans as Mother Katherine at age 33. She inherited a multi-million-dollar estate which she gave to God and used to serve the material and spiritual well-being of the black and native American communities through schools and missions. Founded Xavier University, the first US Catholic university for African Americans. After her death at 96, she was the second American born saint canonized.

Patron of racial justice and philanthropists

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