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November 21, 2019
Gift Guide 2019
Looking for a spiritual gift for parents, teens, friends, or family? What do you buy the person who has everything? Here are a few companies that create spiritual products that we have used and recommend.
Gifts for Mom
CtR Mug- These are going on sale December 14-15th after all the masses and would make a great gift paired with their favorite drink. Hot or cold, the 16 oz mug is big enough but not oversized. The curved handle fits a hand nicely into it.
Brickhouse in the City T-shirt- These artistic t-shirts with Christian themes not only are visually attractive but share our faith with all those who see it. Soft and comfortable, these shirts are a great mix of artistic and on trend with a great message.
Art Prints from Providential Co- From art prints to candles and greeting cards, Tricia uses the beauty of Christianity to bring God into the everyday. She worked with us this past year and designed our Rosa Mystica shirts. Looking up and seeing a beautiful framed print can draw our hearts back to the peace God offers.
Gifts for Dad
Sock Religious- A mom and pop online store who decided to create Catholic themed socks that aims to bring our faith to the workplace and spice up your Sunday best. Who doesn't like fun socks?
Drinking with the Saints book- One part bartender's guide mixed with one part spiritual manual: Drinking with the Saints is a work that both sinner and saint will savor. Each day gives a cocktail in line with the liturgical calendar. This is a great book for the coctail lover.
Beard Balm from Catholic Balm Co - A balm (leave in conditioner) for your beard that smells good and benefits your beard as well. They also have a variety of other manly products like lip balm and skin care.Gifts for Teens
Tiny Saints- This cute little saint charms clip on to keys, landyards, backpacks, etc and are a great reminder to pray and ask for help.
Stickers from Santa Clara Design- These beautiful decals are wonderful for your car, binder, water bottle, laptop, phone, bike, etc. They're designed to strengthen your faith and bring you joy! Another great way to bring our faith into everyday life and start conversations with people who see it.
Marian scrunchy or bandana from Be a Heart Design- Scrunchies are back and why not have one with the Blessed Mother on it? An ascot or new bandana for my dog, all I know is that I want Mary on it! Grab one over at Be a Heart Design!
My Saint My Hero jewelry- These wearable blessings bring faith, hope, and purpose into everyday life. There is something for everyone as they seek to bring the Catholic into the everyday. Instead of wearing a million medals on your necklace, try them as bracelets or earrings!
Prayer Journal- Any journal can become a prayer journal. Find something at a local bookstore or on Amazon.
Icons from Legacy Icons- Legacy Icons provide museum quality icons in a variety of different styles. Icons have been used for centuries to reveal the divine and share the faith.
Gifts for Extended Family or Friends
Wall Rosaries by smallthingsgr8love- These felt and wooden beaded wall rosaries are beautiful visual representations of the power of the rosary.
Mass said for loved one at CtR- You can have a mass said for a loved one and their intentions. Whether you schedule it for their birthday, anniversary, or other date, Fr. Sean and Fr. Vincent will lift them up as the intention at mass. Mass is the highest form of prayer we have on earth, give the gift of God's grace!
Every Moment Holy book- This book of liturgies for everyday life remind us to slow down and make the everyday mundane things holy.
Mirror Clings and Enamel Pins from Studio Senn- These clear clings are perfect for mirrors. A physical reminder to pray each morning! The enamel pins are great for jackets, bags, etc.
Hot Sauce from Subiaco Abbey Monks- Know someone who loves hot sauce? This Benedictine Monastery in Arkansas is home to Monks who makes a habanero hot sauce from peppers they grow themselves.
