Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Plush Doll — Patron of Animals 4.75"

Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Plush Doll — Patron of Animals 4.75"Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Plush Doll Patron of Animals is 4. 75" height. SAINT FRANCIS Saint Francis was born around 1181 in Assisi, Italy, to a wealthy merchant family. After a youth of privilege and a transformative experience during illness, Francis renounced his inheritance to embrace radical poverty and service to the poor. He founded the Franciscan Order, rebuilt crumbling churches, and preached to all of creation including, famously, the

the Holy Spirit descends upon the newly baptized

Maximilian is known for his strong love for Our Lady

at just thirty-five years old — and was canonized less than a year later

often called "Jude the Obscure" to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot

Those celebrating Saint Anthony's feast day on June 13th

simply use a damp cloth as needed

often depicted with a crown of candles or holding her eyes

People seeking courage to share their faith despite opposition or doubt

Anyone feeling like they're "carrying a heavy load" in life

" she's the patron of missions

Beautiful carpenter's robes

Saint Michael is the best of friends: the great defender who stands guard over the innocent and asks nothing in return