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Veronica is one of my favorite names. When I was preparing for Confirmation, it was a name I had in mind, but that’s a story for another day.

When I was in college, my mother had a baby girl! She sat in the hospital holding this beautiful child the day they were supposed to come home and she did not yet have a name. My mother told my siblings and I that her and my dad were thinking of naming her Bernadette or Veronica (I also love and loved the name Bernadette – that was the other name I had hoped would be my Confirmation name a decade earlier!!).

I shouted Veronica!!!! And it seemed to be an overall consent.

Veronica is her name. I am not only her sister, but I am also her Godmother!

In a few weeks, my niece will be getting Confirmed. Her Saint she chose is – you guessed it – Saint Veronica.

So naturally, I’m on the search for Saint Veronica gifts. Here is what I have found and am loving!

But first, here are some facts about Saint Veronica:

Her feast Day July 12th and she is the patron saint of photographers.

Toys and baby friendly gifts for little Veronica’s Baptism or Birthday!

Saint Veronica Prayer Doll

Saint Veronica is the patron saint of photographers, images, laundry workers. Sketch & Sentiment’s plush prayer dolls feature St. Veronica on the front, with a prayer for her aid on the back.

Prayer dolls make lovely Easter basket and Christmas stocking stuffers, sacramental gifts, or just a reminder to pray. 

Saint Veronica Wooden Saint Peg

This peg doll is handmade by Sara Davila, owner of The Cheerful Gifter

It is a 3.5″ wooden peg doll hand painted and varnished using only non toxic materials in the image of St. Veronica.

Saint Veronica Wall Rosary

Hand-crafted by Allison owner of Small Things Great Love this VERONICA Wall Rosary is strung with soft peach, amethyst, soft pink, seafoam, soft white, and natural wood beads at the “Our Father.” It is finished with a beautifully handcrafted, stained crucifix and centerpiece.

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Saint Veronica Confirmation Gifts

Saint Veronica Photographer Necklace

Made by Sagely Sparrow, the necklace is available in lengths of 18in and 24in and comes with a St. Veronica medal, a silver colored camera charm, and a clear faceted glass bead.

It is so pretty, so fun and so affordable!!! It is also available on Etsy!

Silver Bangle Bracelet with Saint Veronica Charm

Catholic Faith Store has a variety of Saint Veronica gifts, but currently, this one is my favorite!

St. Veronica charm in an oval shape and border text that reads Saint Veronica Pray For Us. Paired with a cable bangle bracelet. The bracelet is designed with a double tier cable twist wire with oval eye hook closure and can be silver or gold in color.

To see the other Saint Veronica gifts in this shop, check out this link to Catholic Faith Store!

If you are shopping for a Confirmation gift, don’t forget to include The Be Yourself Journal!!!

Saint Veronica Gifts for all ages and occasions!

Veronica’s Veil Vintage Catholic Rosary

This Holy Face of Jesus rosary celebrates the image of Christ on Saint Veronica’s Veil with stunning medals and beautiful dark grey larkivite with black flecking, combined with dark red garnet pater beads. This is designed to be loved by either a man or woman. This rosary is sturdy has a nice heavy weight in the hand and is 17 inches long. 

I love this sketch by Kate Capato (Visual Grace) titled Face of Christ.

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Originally done on unprimed canvas as a reflection of the cloth used to wipe the face of Christ on the way to Calvary. Notice His look as He loves you dearly, beckoning you in to His heart. 

This cloth of Saint Veronica sticker is one of my favorites.

Original artwork of Baritus Catholic, this 3″ vinyl waterproof sticker of the the Holy Face of Jesus on the veil of Veronica – Vera Icon.

Saint Veronica Art Prints

This style of art seems to be popular and modern

Saint Veronica Print by Light Bearer Designs

Saint Veronica Prayer Card by Creator Blessed

A totally different style, but this digital download of Saint Veronica struck me and I had to share it with you!

Looking for other Saint Gifts? I have done several other posts similar to this one!

Gifts inspired by Saint Francis

Our Lady of Guadalupe Gift Guide

Love Catholic Gift ideas – go here and sign up for a free catalog while you are there!

Would you like to read more about Saint Veronica? Check out this article from Catholic Women in Business: Let us Not Grow Tired: A Lesson in Veronica’s Bold Compassion

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Catholic White Elephant Gift Ideas

I saw Amazon sent an email with “White Elephant” gift ideas and it made me think . . .

we could totally upscale this with gifts that spark faith and beautiful thoughts about God!

We can do so much better!

Forget Amazon’s suggestions, these Catholic gifts are so much better!

White elephant gift idea #1 – unique band-aids

One item Amazon had on it’s White Elephant Gift List was “bacon bandages

– forget the bacon bandaids, give Jesus and Mary Bandages from Be a Heart!!! Use coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 10% off!

Ironically, these Jesus Bandages, are also available on Amazon!

White elephant gift idea #2 – novelty socks

Another popular item listed are socks. Amazon suggest animal paw socks??? Forget those and . . .

DEFINITELY consider Sock Religious for your White Elephant gift! So many to choose from – guaranteed to give a smile and some intercessory prayer!

White Elephant gift idea #3 – funny mugs and other drinkware

Amazon’s suggestion – heat changing Gameboy mug.

Catholic alternative: Saint Michael pixel mug

Other drinkware options:

Stainless Steel Tumbler

not so Holy Water Tumbler from Sagely Sparrow – so funny!

Have a little fun while sharing your faith with this (not so) Holy Water tumbler. It makes a great funny gift for the fun-loving Catholic in your life. Fill it with iced tea, hot chocolate, your favorite adult beverage, or plain old (not holy) water.

Enjoy hot or cold drinks on the go with this stylish stainless steel tumbler! This reusable tumbler with a metal straw is a perfect combo for hot or cold drinks at any time of the day.

A Prayer Wine Chocolate Wine Tumbler!

You can get a pink or purple Prayer Wine Chocolate Wine Tumbler!

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White Elephant Gift Idea #4 – Playing Cards

Amazon had quite a few differing playing card decks on their white elephant suggestion list.

Instead of Harry Potter or World’s Smallest DOS, give Catholic Family Crate playing cards! You can purchase these from Etsy or directly from Catholic Family Crate’s website.

Catholic Family Crate has quite a few card games that our popular in our home!

In fact, many White Elephant gift suggestions were games.

If you want to give a game that a little more unique, check out The Catholic Card Game by Board Catholic

The Catholic Card Game by Board Catholic

THE GAME FOR CATHOLIC ADULTS While other party games make you feel like you need Confession after playing and other Catholic products are either too childish or too academic, the Catholic Card Game provides clean entertainment without sacrificing quality or fun.It’s easy to play, relatable, and hilarious.

White Elephant Gift Idea #5 – a candle

Pax Rosa, a new Catholic Candle Company, has a variety of styles and scents!

You can choose one decorated with some art like the Holy Family hearts candle or

one with script, like the Wedding at Cana candle.

If you want MORE Catholic Gift Ideas, be sure to check out my latest posts:

The BEST Catholic Gifts to Give This Christmas

and

Dynamic Duos: These Catholic Gifts Go Great Together

Did you love the Sears or JC Penny catalog around Christmas when you were a kid? We created a Catholic Christmas Catalog to bring back those feelings of nostalgia while also inspiring you to give and ask for Catholic gifts this year!

Check it out: A Cozy Catholic Christmas Catalog

Don’t forget – the Be Yourself Journal is the perfect gift for girls ages 10, 11 and 12!!!

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Some gifts were sent to me so that I could promote them – most of which I specifically asked for because I wanted to recommend them in this list – plus, there’s a giveaway which many listed have contributed to! All opinions are 100% mine!

There are so many AMAZING gift ideas this year! It was so hard to choose. So, since I do not want to overwhelm you, I’m keeping Bibles and Rosaries out of this list because I have two posts dedicated solely to those incredibly important – and forever BEST – Catholic Gifts.

If you are searching for a Bible – go here: 5 People on Your Gift List That Need a New Bible

If you are searching for a Rosary – go here: Not Your Grandma’s Rosaries

The Best Gifts for Catholic Men in 2023

The Hallow App – one of the best gifts to give this year!

This app has revolutionized prayer for the modern man and woman. It’s convenient, it’s relevant and completely accessible. I mean, even Mark Wahlberg likes it, so it’s gotta be a great man gift!

If you have a man on your list that doesn’t know what he wants, I highly suggest giving the Hallow app as a gift!

Catholic Coffee – this is a throwback from last year’s gift guide. My husband loves the coffee and the travel mug I had claimed as mine! Use coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 15% off.

Want to add some humor? This fun mug “Don’t make me have to go to confession” mug or this Saint Nick mug will do the trick!

Books from Ascension Press

As the head of the family, husbands and fathers might enjoy diving deeper into our rich faith and having references on hand when insightful questions are asked.

A Catholic Guide to the Old Testament by Jeff Cavins, Jeffrey Morrow, Biff Rocha and Andrew Swafford

  • Now Catholics can be invigorated in the study of Scripture, connect with the story of God’s Chosen People, and uncover new meaning in the Old Testament’s narrative with A Catholic Guide to the Old Testament. This comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the Old Testament seeks to unveil the mysteries of Divine Revelation contained in the Old Testament and unlock the hidden details of this God-given text. With this Catholic guide, readers will no longer wonder how each of the Old Testament’s books contributes to the narrative of Scripture or struggle to understand its main characters, historical context, and literary forms. 
  • Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition
  • The Catechism contains the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith’s most foundational teachings applied to the modern day. The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition makes the wisdom of this foundational document accessible through the Foundations of Faith color-coded approach. This award-winning, exclusive, specially designed edition clearly shows the ancient roots of the Faith and is the Catechism used with the chart-topping Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast. There has never been an edition of the Catechism so revolutionary for Catholics seeking to understand the teachings of the Catholic Faith.

All time classic: Candy made by the Trappistine’s. My dad says it “tastes heavenly”!

Sock Religious had fantastic gifts! This small business was started by a Catholic husband and is an overall great company. These gifts are practical and bring about a smile to those who receive it. I gave my brother the Saint Anthony ones because he is ALWAYS looking for his keys, phone, wallet . . . He appreciated them and wears them too!

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The Best Gifts for Catholic Women in 2023

Let’s start with a few of my FAVORITE CATHOLIC THINGS!

A Prayer Wine Chocolate Sweatshirt and/or a Prayer Wine Chocolate tumbler!

I wear my PWC sweatshirts often – just because they are so comfortable! The other day I was wearing it food shopping and another customer looked at my shirt, read it out loud, smiled and said “LOVE IT” and then he said, “my wife would love that”. His smile was contagious. I saw him three isles later and he was still smiling and complimented my shirt again. I said, “always prayer first” and he said “AMEN”.

It put extra joy in my day!

The tumbler is great for BYO events! It’s also nice to have if you like to sit outside around a fire and have a glass of wine 🙂

My three “everyday” Catholic products are

my Miraculous Medal necklace from Telos Jewelry

and my belt bag from Be a Heart and

my earrings from 12th & Blossom!

I can honestly say I use and wear these daily!

My favorite new products are:

My brand new Rosary pouch from The Cozy Wife!!!

My rosaries have been haphazardly in my purses for years. I can not wait to give at least on Rosary a home in this adorable pouch (mine is purple with a rainbow on it)! Remember, if you want to gift someone a pouch and a Rosary, check out my Not Your Grandma’s Rosary post!

The Cozy Wife’s shop should win an award for “best stocking stuffer ideas” for Catholics this year! Those keychains and stickers, plus the Rosary pouches and the cozies – yes please!!!

A new book! I highly recommend giving Theology of Style: Expressing the Unique and Unrepeatable You

I am diving in and taking notes right now. I’m learning so much. I highly recommend this book to women who have young daughters. There’s a ton of “styles” out there now that do not reflect the immense beauty God created in each young woman. This book will help when conversations arise that involve modesty and simply making the best decisions, without compromising each individual’s unique identity.

a black hooded sweatshirt that says Prayer Wine Chocolate

More ideas for women:

Catholic Candle from Pax Rosa

Choose Joy Mug from His Girl Sunday/ Liturgy Market

Sock Religious “no show” socks.

Jewelry from Telos Art! I not only wear it, but I like to gift it too 🙂 Use code AMY10

The Hallow App! Women LOVE this app. I starting using it about a month ago. Not only do I use it for my own prayer and learning, but my daughter loves listening to the Saint Stories for kids that are also on this app! When she was home sick and I was working around the house, she was so content and peaceful listening and learning about the Saints!

The Best Gifts For Catholic Teens and College Students

For teen girls, think cozy! A blanket, a hot cocoa or coffee mug and a book!!

A blanket and a book are a great gift combo! I found Catholic blankets that teens will love at BlessedBeGodBoutique!!

Since this age can be a challenge with all things, faith is not always their favorite thing. So, I’ve kept that in mind with these gift ideas.

One book I suggest is a new YA novel written by Catholic Author Ginny Kochis. Although she is Catholic, this novel, Blink and We’ll Miss It, is categorized as “clean and wholesome romance”.

Blink and We’ll Miss It is a poignant, swoon-worthy novel about finding the strength to forgive, the courage to move forward, and the vulnerability to fall in love.”

Just picture your favorite teen all cuddled up in a blanket with a prayer on it, holding her Catholic mug and reading a book that is good for her soul! Love it!

Simple yet faithful sweatshirt! This be not afraid sweatshirt has the right dose of faith for a teen!

Fun Catholic gifts under $25 dollars:

Catholic keychains, these from The Cozy Wife are my first recommendation!

Catholic Friendship bracelets from Refuge Rosaries (know any Taylor Swift fans???)

Saint Andrew Bracelet from House of Love and Laughter. I love this bracelet for two reasons – one, it’s so pretty and two, it may teach the teen about the Christmas novena – which encourages them to pray every day in Advent!

Catholic Gift Ideas for Teen Boys

A Saint Benedict Crucifix

Last year, my friend’s teen son specifically asked for a crucifix necklace to wear around his neck. This year, when I asked for gift suggestions for teen boys, another friend stated:

My teen boy says a cross necklace, bc every guy wants a chain!

This seems to be a welcome gift to young men. I chose to highlight the Saint Benedict Crucifix because it also includes a St. Benedict medal!

If you’d like to see another option, check out Studded Silver Crucifix, also available from Telos.

For teen boys, Voyage Comics is definitely a great store to grab a few things from! Not only do they have comics (and artists that have worked for Marvel), but they also have a section called Voyage Classics, non-fiction books, apparel and more!

Mind Quiet Heart Open Adoration Companion for Teens

My friend Holly wrote this and I think it’s awesome! One reviewer shared on Amazon:

My teen son loves the look of this adoration companion. He appreciates the examen as well as the thought provoking pages that help him focus on Jesus while he’s in His presence. Bonus is that it’s not “girly” but can be enjoyed and used by either males or females. It’s a great value for what you get!

Add this fidget pen for extra fun!

Sock Religious is a great gift!


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The Best Gifts for Catholic Kids

For older boys:

Be Yourself: a Journal for Catholic Boys and this pen!!

I am so delighted to share that this book is climbing the charts over on Amazon. Be Yourself: a Journal for Catholic Boys is close to being in the Top 100 in several categories, which include Children’s Inspirational Books and Children’s Christian Prayer Books!

I wrote this book with boy’s interests in mind. Lots of crossing out instead of circling; a graffiti wall activity; making a plan (instead of writing a list); plus spiritual warfare and spiritual exercises that involve sports. PLUS, you can totally level-up your journal gift with this Upgrade Fidget Pen!

My 11 year old LOVES Voyage Comics! Highly recommend perusing their website and ordering a few things. Totally affordable, definitely a great gift!!!

Picture of the front of Be Yourself: a Journal for Catholic Boys

For older girls (the tween years):

A blanket and a Be Yourself Journal!!! In a world that is sending so many confusing messages, the Be Yourself Journal invites girls to explore their identity with hope and joy! They learn what it means to know, love and serve the Lord and how that is an incredibly rewarding adventure!

The book has plenty of places to color, a “prayer style” quiz, letters from Saints and even a two-page spread where girls can “design a prayer room”. There are some pages that are “just for fun” and others that will help navigate feelings and develop a prayer life. I just talked to an older teen yesterday and she told me when she got the Be Yourself Journal – around the age of 11 – she “used her journal every day!!”

I think the perfect blanket to pair with this journal would be the Fruits of the Spirit blanket by Blessed Be God Boutique!

And the just released Catholic Friendship bracelets from Refuge Rosaries (know any Taylor Swift fans???)

For both boys and girls (ages 3 to 7)

My 6 year old twins love playing with Saintly Heart’s alphabet puzzle! Especially my 6-year old boy!

My daughter loves playing with blocks, and Saintly Heart’s Saint blocks are her favorite! (We add them in to our wooden block collection and it really does increase the fun!!!)

All 3 of my children enjoy playing Catholic Family Crate’s card games and really enjoy their Pray By Sticker Books! Shop Catholic Family Crate for joint family gifts or that child on your list that loves games and the “paint by sticker” activity books!

Sock Religious kid socks! I’m so excited to give my daughter the Saint Therese’ ones this year. Both my sons already have several pairs!

Catholic wine tumbler that says Prayer Wine Chocolate

Shining Light dolls – this store just keeps getting bigger and better!

Our twins love doing the puzzles, my older son loves the wooden Mass kit, the rag dolls and re-usable sticker activity books are just a few of the incredible toys you’ll find at Shining Light Dolls!

I bought my niece a plush Jesus doll from Shining Light Dolls and her sister kept taking it. My brother ended up ordering her sister one because it was loved by both of them so much!!!

Their new Advent Wreath for kids is AMAZING! They also have play Saint candles!!

My 6-year-old daughter just came in and gave me another idea (she pointed to this beautiful necklace and said “I want this!!!”. She loves jewelry and keychains. This 12th & Blossom necklace is lovely and since she seems to have a bond with the Little Flower, I might just get it for her!

Books!

Books are such great gifts for kids. My children LOVE being read to and it really can spark some beautiful conversations.

A few months ago, my daughter told me “The Night the Saints Saved Christmas” was her “favorite Saint book”. For my son (and me, let’s be honest hahaha) I just bought the new Saintly Creatures: 14 Tales of Animals and Their Holy Companions book published by Word on Fire.

I have also had my eye on this one:

The Mass and the Manger: My Interactive Christmas Story by Jennifer Sharpe

  • This creative Christmas story is designed to guide children ages 6–10 in discovering the profound meaning of Christmas and its connection to the Mass. Beautiful text and pictures tell the story of the first Christmas while full-page flaps unfold a parallel story as a boy and his younger sister meet Jesus in the Eucharist at midnight Mass on Christmas. By interacting with the flaps, children will discover the parallels of the nativity story and the Mass, and enter deeper into Christmas. Featuring rhyming text, vibrant illustrations, and full-page, open-out flaps, this book helps parents make Christmas spiritually meaningful for children.
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Catholic Christmas Gifts for Babies and Toddlers

Shining Light Dolls has teethers, wooden toys, dolls and more!

The Little Rose Shop introduced the “Where is Jesus Quiet Book” and I thing it’s the most adorable fabric book I have ever seen!

A Nativity Set from Saintly Heart or a simple Crucifix from Rough to Rustic are also great baby and toddler gifts!

More gift ideas here: The Cozy Catholic Christmas Catalog

A Marian Spinner form Studio Senn

 Marian spinners let children discover Mary in a unique and tactile way. Maybe they want Mary to have a beautiful crown, holding baby Jesus, with an angel beneath her feet? Or angels surrounding her, in a fancy dress, and clouds holding her up? All these aspects of Mary work together to create our Blessed Mother.

Please note, older children will “borrow” this toy from time to time!

Studio Senn also came out with a Catholic Seek and Find Book this year!

More gift ideas here: The Cozy Catholic Christmas Catalog

Enter the GIVEAWAY!!!

ONE PERSON WILL WIN:

A chrism candle from Pax Rosa

A blanket from Blessed Be God Boutique

3 Books from Ascension Press: The Mass and the Manger, Theology of Style and A Catholic Guide to the Old Testament

Stickers from The Cozy Wife

Several gifts from Shining Light Dolls

A pair of earrings from 12th & Blossom

A card game and a bag from Catholic Family Crate

and MORE!!! (let me surprise you!!!)

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The Ascension Great Adventure Bible and the OSV Blessed is She Catholic Notetaking Bible were both given to me in exchange for an honest review, as was a free trial of the Hallow app.

When my husband and I got married, we received many gifts.

Most of them, were monetary.

But one gift was a Bible.

The white Catholic Bible we were given on our wedding day was from Matt’s Aunt Betty Ann.

Aunt Betty Ann is often known by another title. That title is Sister Betty Ann, IHM.

I have no relatives that chose the religious life. Matt having an Aunt that is a religious sister is such a blessing.

I have to be honest, when I first opened that gift – the Bible – I thought:

“That’s sweet. Her vow of poverty limits her on how much she can give, but this is such a kind gift”.

17 years later I realize that gift was of far more value than I realized back then.

This Bible has been our only Bible for most of our marriage!

5 People on Your Gift List that need a New Bible

1. A Gift for the engaged couple or newlyweds

What dawned on me lately is if we only have a Bible because Matt’s Aunt is a religious sister and she gave us one for our wedding gift – how many Catholic couples and families DO NOT have a Bible!???

I mean, I had another Bible when we got married – but that was my Bible from my sophomore year of high school.

I went to a Catholic High School and we were required to have a Bible that year for Religion class.

And once again, it dawns on me . . .

How many Catholics have not gone to Catholic school? How many went to Catholic school but were never required to have their own copy of a Bible?

So, this year, before I write another Catholic Christmas Gift Guide, I want to STRONGLY ENCOURAGE you to buy someone a Catholic Bible for Christmas this year.

3 bibles stacked on an outside table

The one Aunt Betty Anne gave Matt and I is the New American Bible Saint Joseph Edition

It has served us well 🙂

in the past few years, some other great options have been published.

2. A Gift for the new convert to Catholicism or the couple you know where one is Catholic, the other is a non-Catholic

Ascension’s Great Adventure Bible

I was given a copy of this Bible last year in exchange for an honest review.

It’s fantastic.

I love that it goes along with the Bible in a Year Podcast and there are really so many reasons to like this version.

It’s great for a couple. It’s a great gift for a man or woman.

My neighbor and good friend has a copy of Ascension’s Great Adventure Bible and she just converted to Catholicism!

I think the Bible in a Year podcast helped her on her journey home to the Catholic Church.

It’s a sad reality that some Catholics are not as familiar with Sacred Scripture as other Christians. This does not have to be! The Bible in a Year podcast and great publications, like the Great Adventure Bible, makes knowledge of Scripture very accessable and attainable.

3. The gift for a couple that just got their baby or toddler Baptized

I actually gifted a copy of Ascension’s Great Adventure Bible to my sister and her husband when they had their two children Baptized this past year.

I called her up after to explain my reasoning (as you read above) and she told me they actually only had a New Testament, so this gift was something that they did not have . . . and on my end, I felt like it was truly appreciated.

In young families, there may be quite a few Children’s Bibles. .. . they probably don’t need another one of those. Give the adults a gift that will grow with the children and the family!

4. A Gift for your Christian Sister, Mom or Girlfriend

Another Bible I am loving lately is the Blessed is She Catholic Notetaking Bible published by OSV.

This is a beautiful book to give to a woman – no matter what age!

Many parishes have started Bible study programs, and this Bible allows the woman to not confiscate the family Bible each time she leaves to go to a meeting or do her independent studying.

This Bible is a great Eucharistic Adoration companion.

For middle aged women, or older, this idea that it’s okay to color, write and draw in your Bible is a little new. For many of us, writing or coloring in our Bibles was not encouraged. This new found freedom could be quite a blessing to a loved one!

5. A Gift for Your Catholic Christian Dad, Husband and Brother

And, on a side note, here’s a funny story.

One year, for Christmas, I bought my father a Bible.

My dad had modeled the faith for me growing up, but I although I often saw him with Rosaries and always wearing a Miraculous Medal, I wondered if he owned a Bible.

So I was pretty excited about this great gift idea I had for him.

I gave it to him. He looked at it. He told me that it was really nice.

Then, he broke it to me:

It wasn’t a Catholic Bible. It was then that I learned not all Bibles were the same.

I think I might have been 20 years old. This was news to me – King James Bible – not the same as a Catholic Bible.

Still, I think a Bible was a good gift for him.

But think about it – the men in your life . . . when is the last time someone gave them a Bible?

There are options now that may have not been available or necessary years ago.

Large print Bibles for the older crowd that can not read the small print so easily.

Apps like Hallow that have a virtual option may open a door to Christ simply because it will literally be at his fingertips (yes, you can give Hallow as a gift!!!).

Don’t be afraid to give one person a Bible this year!

Share that it is something you appreciate having in your home, or share a personal story about how you came about owning your own Bible.

You can do this!

Do you have a Bible? Was it a gift or something you bought for yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

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Do you and your friends enjoy prayer, wine and chocolate?!

For those of you who have a great appreciation for getting together with friends that share your love for Christ, here are some great gift ideas!

A Prayer Wine Chocolate Wine Tumbler

What’s an outdoor party without a wine tumbler to keep a drink fresh and at just the right temperature? Forget breakable glasses—give this uniquely shaped wine tumbler a chance and have fun with friends without worry.

The best part about this wine tumbler is that it has the potential to inspire a conversation about prayer and faith – over a relaxed atmosphere!

Close up of woman holding a Prayer Wine Chocolate tumbler and a rosary

Wine tumblers are available in pink and purple!

These tumblers are perfect for outdoor parties and BYOB events!

Prayer Wine Chocolate Tees now in stock!!!

Choose from pretty pink, blue lagoon and lilac tee shirts – perfect for the summer!

I also am loving the baseball feel of the Raglan 3/4 sleeve shirts!

Two styles of those available! Browse all the options here!

Prayer Wine Chocolate Sweatshirts

My sister-in-law Maria bought one of these recently and says she LOVES IT! Then she followed up with, “seriously, it’s my favorite sweatshirt – it is sooo comfy!”

You can totally rock this classic sweatshirt silhouette with ribbed crew neck, long sleeve cuffs, and a flat hem. Layer it up or wear it on its own for a contemporary streetwear look. With the soft fleece inside and comfortable fit, it’s sure to become your favorite everyday sweater right away!

Amy Brooks wearing a navy Prayer Wine Chocolate sweatshirt

Navy is a favorite color!

Prayer Wine Chocolate Hooded Sweatshirt

I have one of these Prayer Wine Chocolate hoodies and I absolutely love it – I think it’s because the pouch is the perfect place to put my phone when I’m busy with so many other things!

The hoodie is soft and the warm hood is such a gift on chilly evenings – even in the summer!

Host a Prayer Wine Chocolate Event!!!

Prayer, Wine, Chocolate started as a Rosary night in my apartment when I was single. Years later the name “Prayer Wine Chocolate” came up when the women that I had prayed with for years (over wine and chocolate) were talking about all our answered prayers – and saying jokingly, we should write a book. We wondered, what would we call it?” And someone said, “Prayer Wine Chocolate” (instead of Eat, Pray, Love)!

That name came to me as I began thinking about starting a blog – and here we are!

I created a DIY Digital Guide so you can start planning your own Prayer Wine Chocolate Retreat right away!

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The guide covers 4 different types of “events” – some very low key, some more involved but all so much fun!!!

Recently a woman used this guide to start a regular prayer group in her parish!

Here is what she has to say about How to Plan Your Own Prayer Wine Chocolate Retreat Guidebook:

I just used Amy’s retreat guide to help me plan a mini retreat for the women in my parish. It was super easy to do following the guide and the response was incredible. For anyone who feels the pull of the Holy Spirit to plan something like this….Get the guide and DO IT!!!! Every single woman at the event said the same thing…We NEED this. I now have a team of women working on our next gathering.

Are you on the fence? Not sure you can do it without a little help?

I am here to help you get started!

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You can book a 30 minute call with me and I’ll walk you through how I planned events that embraced our beautiful Catholic faith and invited women to enjoy praying together, sharing intentions and developing friendships strong in faith.

Do you want me to help you plan the event or come to speak at your parish, women’s group or school?

Let’s book a call and discuss available packages!

I’m still booking for 2023 and have already started booking 2024! Don’t delay, let’s talk today!

Would you like to shop some more? Browse the whole Prayer Wine Chocolate store!

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Here are some gifts that will encourage your loved ones to go to the Holy Spirit in prayer.

These gifts are also a great idea for someone receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this year!

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Catholic Gifts Inspired by the Holy Spirit

I absolutely love praying to the Holy Spirit for guidance and wisdom.

Here are some gifts that will encourage your loved ones to go to the Holy Spirit in prayer.

These gifts are also a great idea for someone receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this year!

Holy Spirit Stickers

I love this sticker from Little Things Great Love – Come Holy Spirit sticker!

Come Holy Spirit Holographic Sticker (Barista Catholic)*

Fruits of the Holy Spirit Sticker from Stump of Jesse

I absolutely LOVE Catholic stickers – and if you are teaching a Confirmation class, work with a youth group or organizing a retreat, I highly recommend adding a Catholic Sticker Bar! A what? Read this post: A Must Have at Your Next Catholic Retreat: Introducing the Catholic Sticker Bar

Holy Spirit Inspired Rosaries

This Pentecost Rosary simply makes my heart happy!

Holy Spirit Tees

I bought 2 of these Fruits of the Holy Spirit T-shirts from Stump of Jesse!

A pretty Come Holy Spirit Tee (there is another color option too)

Holy Spirit Activate Tee (on a lighter note)

Holy Spirit Socks

Sock Religious has Holy Spirit socks!* These socks not only come in adult size but also in a kid size option too!

My favorite are the COME HOLY SPIRIT no-show socks! Yes, I do have a pair!

Holy Spirit Jewelry

Telos Art has a Holy Spirit Necklace

Solid sterling silver or gold over sterling medal is die struck in the USA. Medal is 3/4” in diameter suspended from a 16” satellite chain. The perfect gift for an adult or teen receiving the sacraments of Confirmation or Baptism.

These Holy Spirit Earrings from Pink Salt Riot are a great gift idea! (Use coupon code CATHOLICSSAVE for 10% off)

Another Holy Spirit Necklace from Happy Nest Home Goods (on Etsy).

Come Holy Spirit Chain with medal.*

Holy Spirit Art

Come Holy Spirit (fine art giclee print) by Ingrid Blixt of Open Journey.

Holy Spirit Prayer with Dove (Dovetail Ink)

Fruit of the Spirit Tree (Dovetail Ink)

Holy Spirit Prayer of Saint Augustine Art Print by Jen Norton

Beautiful Holy Spirit Art Print Veni Sancti Spiritus

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Holy Spirit Prayer Cards

Premium Come Holy Spirit Metallic Prayer Card by Baritus Catholic*

Other Holy Spirit Gifts

Holy Spirit Prayer box

Come Holy Spirit Temporary Tattoos

Come Holy Spirit Garland (Room decor, decoration, etc.)

Holy Spirit Mug Veni Sancti Spiritus

Book by Deanna Bartalini Invite the Holy Spirit Into Your Life (a Stay Connected Journal)

*All gifts that have an asterick are ideal for a boy or man!

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Want a gift catalog that has age categories – this Christmas one is great!

Which Holy Spirit gifts are your favorite? Tell me in the comments!

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These Catholic Gifts are practical, useful, inspiring and masculine!

A New Bible

My husband has a Bible because his Aunt Betty Ann, who happens to be a Sister of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, gave us one for a wedding gift.

Chances are, your husband, dad or brother hasn’t owned a Bible since – maybe high school? Get him this Bible that goes along with the amazing Bible in a Year podcast.

My suggestion: The Great Adventure Bible

The Great Adventure Bible makes the complexity of reading the Bible simple.
The narrative approach gives the big picture of salvation history and shows how everything ties together. This is the only Bible that incorporates The Great Adventure’s color-coded Bible Timeline-learning system, a system that has made The Great Adventure Bible study resources the most popular and influential in the English speaking world. The color-coded tools make it easy to read and easy to remember.
This is a game changer. There has never been another Bible like it.

Catholic Coffee

Men like gifts they can use often. The French Press from Catholic Coffee is great – especially if you know a guy that goes camping and has a cup of coffee every single day.

*** USE COUPON CODE PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 15% off!****

The Catholic Coffee Saint Michael Gift Set caught a lot of attention from my guy Facebook friends when I posted about it last month. I know my one friend’s husband told her he wants this for Christmas!

Other top picks are the Saint Patrick Coffee Gift Set and the French Press and Mexican Mocha gift set.

Don’t forget to add the Saint Nicholas Coffee as well as the 12 K-cup variety pack!

Catholic Coffee has a coupon code for Prayer Wine Chocolate readers! *** USE COUPON CODE PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 15% off!****

Catholic Mugs

G.K. Chesterton Stein Mug (22 oz)

Perfect for the man who enjoys a beer and loves being Catholic!

The G.K. Chesterton Stein Mug (22 oz)

This timeless & authentically Catholic design makes this stein mug a perfect holiday or birthday gift for the Catholic men in your life! Made with durable white ceramic material, these stein mugs are both scratch-resistant for long-lasting looks, and dishwasher-safe for convenient cleaning.

The G.K. Chesterton Stein Mug is a unique, masculine and honestly cool Catholic gift!

Does the man you are shopping for have a GREAT sense of humor?

If yes, I highly recommend the Saint Nick Mug from Door Number 9.

“I came to give presents to kids and punch heretics . . . and I just ran out of presentsmug is sure to bring a chuckle as well as a little lesson on Saint Nick!

A Masculine Rosary

A WWI Battle Beads Rosary by Rugged Rosaries

This rosary feels great in your hands – feels strong and weighty – feels lasting. You will love this rosary!
The Historical 1916 WWI Service Combat Rosary design handmade in our Texas studio since 2012 very closely replicates the actual antique WWI combat rosary which inspired it.

My husband and son both have a set of the WWI Battle Beads Rosary and really like them.

Catholic Apparel – Keep it simple

My husband has this shirt from No Heart Untouched – and he wears it ALL.THE.TIME.

It’s Catholic, but not overboard. He has the black one. Since I see him choosing to wear it, I figure this is a good pick when it comes to a man’s style and taste.

Want more gift ideas? Check out The Best Gifts to Give This Christmas

and download the free Catholic Christmas Catalog from Catholics Online!

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Up for a dare?

I dare you to give a Catholic gift to at least 5 people you are shopping for this year!

Let’s really keep Christ in Christmas.

Let’s put our money where are hearts are – in gifts that will bring our loved ones closer to Christ through prayer!

Catholic Gifts for Men

A Modern Bible

The Great Adventure Bible from Ascension Press

My husband has a Bible because his Aunt Betty Ann, who happens to be a Sister of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, gave us one for a wedding gift.

Chances are, your husband, dad or brother hasn’t owned a Bible since – maybe high school? Get him this Bible that goes along with the amazing Bible in a Year podcast.

A Masculine Rosary

A WWI Battle Beads Rosary by Rugged Rosaries

My husband and son both have a set of these and really like them.

A Catholic French Press and Catholic Coffee

My husband loves God and coffee. I am so excited to give him some gifts from Catholic Coffee for Christmas this year!

(If you purchase from them, use the coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE and get 15%off!)

Catholic Coffee’s branding and products are just spot on when it comes to the modern Catholic man.

The Catholic Coffee logo is the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It’s simple, beautiful and inspiring.

Each coffee flavor is named after a Saint and the artwork that represents each Saint is extremely impressive.

I am super excited to gift my husband The French Press!

I shared a gift set from this company on Facebook, and my friend’s husband told his wife that he wants one of the gift sets for Christmas!!!

Catholic Coffee has mugs, coffee inspired by different Saints and now – K-cups too! This gift (or gifts) will make those Catholic men in your life jolly this Christmas!

Catholic Mugs

In Catholicism the pint the pipe and the cross can all come together – G.K. Chesterton 

Catholic gifts for men can be really fun!

The G.K. Chesterton Stein Mug is a unique, masculine and honestly cool Catholic gift!

Give it with some beer and treats made by monks to make this gift “super-Catholic”!

The G.K. Chesterton Stein Mug is a brand new gift idea here this year and I love it!!!

Catholic Coffee has several mugs that will please your caffeine enthusiast!

Don’t forget to use the coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 15% off!

Would you like to see more Catholic Gift ideas for men? Check out Catholic Gifts for Men (2022)

Catholic Gifts for Women

Catholic Accessories

This silk Catholic Scarf from Studio Senn is lovely! I’ve been wearing mine tied on my purse (inspired by a catalog cover) and I just love it! It has been such a conversation piece too. The Pelican in Piety scarf combines the sacred symbol of a Pelican with fun florals to create a bold and beautiful statement piece!

I’ve been wearing my scarf by having it tied to my purse!

Catholic Mugs and Coffee too!

I love coffee – and I pick the same mugs to drink it from over and over again every morning. I love tall Coffee Mugs! I have two (yes 2) from The Little Rose Shop!

I highly recommend giving the Morning Offering Coffee Cup to a woman you love this Christmas!

I honestly love The Little Rose Shop! There are so many cute mugs, soft and beautiful Catholic blankets, Catholic tees and more! Trust me, you’ve got to go check out this shop!

And don’t forget to give some Coffee from Catholic Coffee too!

use the coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE and get 15%off!)

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A Sacred Heart ring, a prayer wine chocolate sweatshirt, a beer stein mug, a coffee mug with flowers on it, a wine tumbler that says prayer wine chocolate, a silk scarf, a plush Saint Nick toy, a comic book and a French press

Catholic Tea

Do you have women on your list that are more interested in enjoying a hot cup of tea than a coffee? This just in — Sacred Heart Tea!!!

I am just loving how Our Lord’s Sacred Heart keeps showing up on this gift guide!!!

Lots of options – including black tea, green tea, organic, herbal and more! This is a new shop for me and I’m loving this option! Not everyone is a coffee drinker – for the Tea Sipping Catholics – check out Sacred Heart Tea!

A Prayer Wine Chocolate Sweatshirt and Wine Tumbler

Yes, these products just hit my own shop and I am so excited! I shared the wine tumblers on Facebook and one friend said, “I feel like this is about time!” Haha! Long overdue!

Get one for you and one for a friend this year! For the wine tumblers, two colors are available (purple and rose’ pink).

I love my Prayer Wine Chocolate hoodie (mine is black) – probably because of the pocket in the front – perfect for my cell phone!

I also have a few Prayer Wine Chocolate sweatshirts and I wear them often! I love comfy clothes.

If you have a friend who loves being Catholic, but really doesn’t enjoy wine – here’s an alternative sweatshirt: States of Faith by Catholic Concepts

Add NO SHOW SOCKS from Sock Religious!!! I love my Padre Pio ones and I can’t wait to get more! My favorites are the Come Holy Spirit and Saint Joan of Arc pairs!

Catholic Jewelry

A Miraculous Medal Necklace (like this one from Boho Handmaids)

Stud earrings from 12th and Blossom

Our friends at Telos Art are offering a special sale right now.

Highly recommended: One or two necklaces from this shop! The cameos are making a huge impression this year!

Best gift award: The Quarterly Subscription Box

I don’t think I need to write words here – just go look at it . . . I think you’ll agree!

Today through Sunday, November 27 all orders receive an automatic 15% discount.

Orders $150+ also automatically receive free First Class shipping.

Telos Art Jewelry is beautiful, definitely browse the pieces and gift a few!

A Catholic Planner

I’ve been using the Catholic Mothers Planner for a couple years now and this year – I wrote a reflection in the 2023 Catholic Mothers Planner

A Journaling Kit

If the woman you are shopping for loves to prayer journal or bible journal, definitely get her some gifts from Open Journey!

Open Journey, a branch of Ingrid Art Studio, features faith and inspirational art, creative Bible journaling and Bible study kits and devotionals.

A Plan to Pray Together More!

I hear women often saying they wish they had “more Catholic friends”. Nurture the friendships you have and watch the joy of Christ spread to others! Gift a friend a How to Plan Your Own Prayer Wine Chocolate Retreat Guide and make a commitment to make praying together a regular event! Add a wine tumbler and a Rosary to make this the best gift ever!

More ideas for women? Check out: 5 Simple Gifts Catholic Women Love

Catholic Gifts for Children

A Play Nativity Set

The best way to keep Christ in Christmas with children is to give them toys about the true event! Both Shining Light Dolls and Saintly Heart have toy Nativity Sets!

The Shining Light Dolls Nativity Set (use coupon code PRAYERWINECHOCOLATE for 10% off) is so cute and conforms to all ASTM standards for toy safety. It’s perfect for children as young as 18 months but will be enjoyed for years into childhood!

My 10 year old son put the Saintly Heart Nativity Set on his Christmas wish list!

These play Nativity sets will sell out! Please do not wait to order them!

Toys from Shining Light Dolls

When I was 11 years old the one toy I wanted for Christmas was a soft, stuffed bear. I still remember how happy I was to get that! So, if your daughter is growing out of the toy stage – help her hang on a little more with a Shining Light Doll plush. They are so cute! And these presents really are enjoyed by little girls of all ages.

For the little ones, definitely check out the new wooden toys which include Saint George and a dragon and Saint Justine and a Unicorn!

Comic Books from Voyage Comics

This shop serves boys to men! The mission of Voyage Comics is to create exceptional entertainment, informed by Catholic values, that inspires people to live a heroic life. Through our products, we seek to advance the truth, beauty and goodness found in powerful stories.

Wooden Play Sets and Catholic Bath Toys from Saintly Heart

Saintly Heart makes toys and gifts for children of all ages! Teethers for babies, wooden toys for toddlers, pre-schoolers and elementary aged kids that love to use their imagination!

I have bought several of these toys as gifts and they are so loved by the children and their parents! Definitely grab some and have fun giving them!

Don’t forget to add some fun socks! My 10 year old, after looking through the “A Very Catholic Christmas Catalog” listed several pairs! His wish list included the Nativity Socks and the Saint Benedict socks. We love Sock Religious!

Catholic Gifts for Tweens and Teens

If your child has been asking for a smart phone or Apple Watch – I have a great alternative for you.

The Gabb Watch or Smart Phone!

Gabb Phones have an innovative spam filter for texting, no internet browser, no social media apps, no app store, and no games.

Kids are protected from falling prey to sexual predators, stumbling on explicit content, being victims of cyberbullying, or becoming screen addicted.

This is a gift your older child will love – and that you will feel more comfortable giving.

Gabb is currently running a great offer – a free device with a 2-year contract PLUS a free accessory with each device!

Catholic Books that make Fantastic Gifts

Voyage Comics, Ascension Press and Our Sunday Visitor all produce amazing books for Catholics of all ages.

The Be Yourself Journal for Catholic Girls continues to impress and delight!

A recent review from Amazon gave it another 5 STARS and reads:

I got this journal for my niece. When I looked through the pages I was blown away by the beautiful artwork, the varied faith activities, and just how fun it looked. My niece is going to love this so much. It is the best Christmas gift she will get. It will help her in her faith formation, get her to be more introspective, and best of all keep her off the hours of TV. I love this. Definitely will be back for more products.

Be Yourself: A Journal for Catholic Boys has also received some recent positive reviews. One customer stated on Amazon:

Simply beautiful and inspiring. Beautifully achieved. I want to give one to every young man I know. 🙂

Still want more gift ideas? Download A Very Catholic Christmas Gift Guide!

Book suggestions for younger Catholic girls: Women Doctors of the Church and Molly McBride and the Party Invitation.

For Boys ages 8 and up: Be Yourself: a Journal for Catholic Boys; The Great Adventure Kids Catholic Bible Chronicles and Donuts After Mass: a Tale of Walking with Jesus

For younger boys: My First Interactive Mass Book, Holy Mysteries: 12 Investigations into Extraordinary Cases and My Catholic Picture Bible.

Enter the Giveaway and you could win:

A Plush Doll from Shining Light Dolls

A comic book from Voyage Comics

A silk scarf from Studio Senn

Saint Nicholas coffee from Catholic Coffee

A Coffee mug from The Little Rose Shop

A Catholic Mothers Planner from Ascension Press

My First Interactive Mass Book by Jennifer Sharpe from Ascension Press

A pair of socks from Sock Religious

A How To Plan Your Own Prayer Wine Chocolate Retreat Guide (Digital)

A beautiful piece of Catholic jewelry

Tea from Sacred Heart Tea

Saint Wine Charms from Madonna Rose

Surprise gifts from a Catholic Etsy shop and more!

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Our Lady of Guadalupe has intervened for my family personally. I wrote about the incredible gift in which we saw her hand in Our Lady of Guadalupe: Her Image Still Appears back in 2017. Our Lady of Guadalupe is patron of the Americas and the unborn. It was in Our Blessed Mother’s appearance to Juan Diego that she reminded all of us – “Am I not here, who am your Mother?” She wants to remind us that she is very much interested in helping us grow closer to Jesus. She wants us to be with her Son for all eternity.

When I asked my friend last month what she would like for her birthday, she chose a gorgeous OLG tee shirt. I shared it on Facebook and I was taken back by how many others found this tee to be absolutely delightful! That inspired me to write this post. If you or someone you know has a special devotion to Our Blessed Mother under the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe, this gift guide will inspire and excite you!

Have fun reminding your loved ones that indeed, Our Lady is here and is our Mother!

5 Amazing Gifts Inspired by Our Lady of Guadalupe

Our Lady of Guadalupe Apparel

My neighbor is so good to us. She loves watching our children just because she loves them. Her birthday was recently and I asked her to pick something – she picked this beautiful Tee from the Little Rose Shop!

Tee shirt with desert scene depicting images that remind the viewer of Our Lady of Guadalupe (for example stars and roses)

Our Lady of Guadalupe Gifts for Children

Our Lady of Guadalupe Bracelet from Mary with You

Sparkly blue fabric bracelet with Our Lady of Guadalupe medal in center

This Our Lady of Guadalupe block/toy is one of my daughter’s favorites!

Sold and made by Saintly Heart, the Our Lady of Guadalupe block gets a lot of love in our house. When my children play with their wooden blocks, they love to add her to the school or church they built!

Our Lady of Guadalupe wooden block doll toy

This toy is a non-breakable wooden figurine, approximately 3 inches tall.

These wooden figurines are perfect for little hands to hold and hearts to embrace (both young and old hearts alike!)

These new generation of Saintly Heart wooden saints are based on Maggie’s original hand-paintings, turned digital and printed onto high quality beech wood cut from sustainable forests (ECO friendly). The beautifully designed wooden saints are marked with the name and feast day on the back. These saint figurines meet or exceed all U.S. toy safety standards.

Great Our Lady of Guadalupe Gift Idea for Men and Women

Our Lady of Guadalupe Coffee and Coffee Products!

*** use coupon code BROOKS for 15% off any Catholic Coffee product (or on your whole order)!!!

Bag of Coffee with Our Lady of Guadalupe one the front; a French Press with the Catholic Coffee Logo (Sacred Heart of Jesus) gift set

In honor of Mary, Our Mother, Catholic Coffee has created Mexican Mocha, a roast reminiscent of traditional Mexican hot chocolate, a flavor as warm and comforting as a mother’s embrace.

*** use coupon code BROOKS for 15% off any Catholic Coffee product (or on your whole order)!!!

Our Lady of Guadalupe inspired Jewelry

Our Lady of Guadalupe Earrings from 12th & Blossom

Gold and turquoise earrings

The shop 12th & Blossom has both stud style and dangle earrings inspired by Our Lady of Guadalupe!

I absolutely LOVE this shop – it’s a recent discovery for me and the products are so vibrant, colorful and joyful! I highly recommend you visit this website and browse the beautiful creations of the owner, Mary Claire!

Before you leave . . . tell me in the comments:

What Saint would you like to see inspire the next gift guide!? Name a Saint or two in the comments and I’ll get researching!

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The source of all love is God.

God is love and He showed us just how much He loves us in the person of Jesus.

Jesus shows us how love wins.

Here are some gifts that celebrate the most loving heart in the universe.

Catholic Sacred Heart Jewelry

Sacred Heart Ring

Sacred Heart Ring by Telos Design

Adjustable Sacred Heart ring in silver, yellow bronze, and solid bronze.

Adjustable Sacred Heart ring in solid sterling silver, yellow bronze, and solid bronze. Band has “beaded” accent; there are more than 10 notches.

Rings are hand cast in the USA from vintage replicas.

Sacred Heart Necklace

This stunningly detailed Sacred Heart of Jesus medal is available in both sterling silver and yellow bronze. The pendant is approximately 1″ tall suspended from a sterling silver or 14k gold filled chain.

Another option designed by Telos is the 14K Gold Sacred Heart Pendant.

And I just love the Silver Sacred Heart options!!!

Sacred Heart Rosary Bracelet

This piece, made by Relics by Rose, is designed to wrap three times around the wrist and is secured with a lobster claw clasp and adjustable sterling silver chain with tiny cross charm. Perfect for a woman who wants to wear and share her faith in a beautiful way!

Another Relics by Rose bracelet, the Sacred Heart bracelet, features a bronze flaming Sacred Heart medal.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Apparel

Sacred Heart Socks!

A Sacred Heart Tee

HollyLooYah Designs has this unique and pretty Love Sacred Heart shirt!

If you are looking for a Sacred Heart of Jesus sweatshirt – you’re in luck, I found one!

This Sacred Heart sweatshirt made by Little Way Design Company comes in a variety of colors including red and navy!

Little Way Design Company

Sacred Heart Paper Products and Special Gifts

This Sacred Heart Spiritual Bouquet set is vintage and spectacular.

I love how they can be used like a gift tag and be that extra add-on for your Godchild’s gift!

You can also purchase a Sacred Heart Keepsake card from the same shop!

If you would like a framed painting of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, I recommend checking out the Sacred Heart Enthronement Network! We received a whole kit from that ministry!

If you are looking for a print, Kolbe’s Little Flowers has one!

Sacred Heart of Jesus Toys

Shining Light Dolls has a few Sacred Heart of Jesus toys to choose from!

Our favorite is this Sacred Heart of Jesus Plush doll!

Sacred Heart Stickers

A variety of shops sell beautiful and totally unique Sacred Heart of Jesus stickers. Here are a one fave:

Just Love Prints

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us! Display this vinyl sticker on your phone case, laptop, water bottle, or notebook, and be reminded of Jesus’ fierce love + protection.

Are you looking for more Catholic Gifts? Check out this gift guide that was made by the Catholics Online community:

Catholic Sacrament Gift Catalog

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