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Saint John Paul 2nd Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartAs pope from 1978 to 2005, Pope John Paul II tackled difficult global issues, visited 116 countries, and met frequently with world leaders. His message was for everyone. “Do not be afraid,” he said. “Jesus Christ is the hope of the world.” The beloved pope’s courage and deep faith inspired a generation of faithful. Today, many call him Saint John Paul the Great.
Feast Day: October 22
Patronage: Hope, Perseverance, Poland, World Youth Day
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Saint Francis Of Assisi Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartSt. Francis was born in Assisi, Italy, the son of a wealthy merchant. He joined the military but soon became a prisoner of war. When he finally returned home, Francis felt drawn to serve the poor. While praying before a crucifix, Francis heard Jesus tell him, “Repair my house,” the Church. Francis’ radical poverty and simplicity soon attracted many followers. Today, the Franciscan Order remains one of the most beloved religious institutions worldwide.
Feast Day: October 4
Patronage: Animals, Pet Owners, Pets, The Environment, The Poor
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Saint Anthony Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartSt. Anthony of Padua was a 13th-century Franciscan friar known for his rich knowledge of Church theology. Even more importantly, he had an incredible ability to explain the Faith so that anyone could understand even the deepest truths. Anthony is often seen holding the child Jesus, who once appeared to him and touched his face. St. Anthony has become beloved by millions as the patron saint of lost things.
Feast Day: June 13
Patronage: Amputees, Expectant Mothers, Lost Things, Married Couples, Seafarers
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Saint Charles Borromeo Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartCharles Borromeo was made a cardinal in 1559 by his uncle, Pope Pius IV. While the Church was suffering the effects of the Protestant reformation, Charles did his best to bring about internal reform. He prayed, helped organize the Council of Trent, made the Archdiocese of Milan a place of conversion and virtue, and sacrificed his personal wealth to care for the poor and sick.
Feast Day: November 4
Patronage: Bishops, Cardinals, Catechists, Catechumens, Seminarians
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Our Lady Of The Little Beasts Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartIn 2020, Shining Light Dolls founder, Chantal Baros, was inspired to create a new and vibrant depiction of Mary after reading an excerpt from The Glories of Mary. According to the book, Mary “appeared to Saint Gertrude covered with a mantle, under which, as if in a place of refuge, were a troop of ferocious beasts, as lions, tigers, bears, and leopards. She was so far from driving them away that, on the contrary, she patted them with her hand…” This sweet depiction reminds us that our Heavenly Mother loves us, even if we’re “little beasts” sometimes.
Patronage: Animals, Children, Forgiveness, Pets
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Blessed Carlo Acutis Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartFrom a young age, Carlo Acutis demonstrated a unique love for Jesus in the Eucharist. Creative and passionate, Carlo also found joy through computer programming and technology. He used his skills to build websites featuring topics including Mary and the Eucharist. He was a light to all who knew him and beloved by family, friends, and teachers. Carlo developed leukemia at a young age and offered all of his suffering for the Lord, the Pope, and the Church. He died in 2006 at the age of 15.
Feast Day: October 12
Patronage: Computer Programming, Youth
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Saint Joseph Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartJoseph is a quiet hero, the man God trusted to be Mary’s husband and Jesus’ foster-father. Joseph showed deep faith during Mary’s pregnancy, great courage in leading his family into Egypt, and fatherly wisdom while teaching his son how to work and pray. A carpenter by trade, Joseph is the patron saint of workers. He died with Mary and Jesus by his side, and is invoked for a happy death.
Feast Day: March 19
Patronage: A Happy Death, Carpenters, Fathers, Men, Workers
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Servant Of God Thea Bowman Tiny Saints
$6.00Add to cartAs a child, Thea was exposed to the richness of her African-American culture and spirituality. She fell in love with the history, stories, songs, prayers, and traditions. As a nun, she gathered together people across the country for singing, gospel preaching, prayer and storytelling. Her programs were designed to foster communication and understanding, and to break down racial and cultural barriers.
