Handmade original St. Valentine 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.
Valentine was a Roman priest and Bishop around the year 300, during a time when Christianity was outlawed. Legend has it that Valentine secretly performed Christian weddings in defiance of the law. For that, and refusing to denounce his faith, he was arrested, beaten and sentenced to death. While in prison, Valentine healed the jailer's daughter from blindness, leading to the jailer’s entire family’s baptism and the release of Christian inmates. Before he was executed, Valentine wrote a note to the girl wishing her happiness, signing the letter "Your Valentine."
Feast Day: February 14
Patron of Love, Marriage, Relationships and Epilepsy
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.
