There is no greater gift that a person can receive than the one God has already given mankind – salvation through His son, Jesus Christ. But at this time of year, when Christians around the world remember the first and most blessed gift of Christmas, showing love to others through gift-giving reins supreme. Rhode Island Catholic seeks to make gifting easier by sharing Catholic companies, both local and online, to support this Christmas season.
Kristina Petrilli and Shirley Medici bring the beauty of art and Catholicism together through greeting cards and stationery. In a written statement, the pair explained their company’s purpose. “We felt there was a need for cards that incorporate scripture relating to the events of people’s everyday lives — from loss, to illness, to joyous occasions. We felt it was difficult to find cards that truly incorporate biblical scripture.”
Based in Warwick, Petrilli’s visual creations accompany Medici’s inspirational words to produce these charming cards for various occasions, including four new sacrament cards. “For every card created, we both work together from inception through creation, side by side, so that each card is a small scriptural journey which becomes an actual work of art.”
“As we approach our third ‘birthday,’ we reflect with gratitude and joy for the gifts God has given us. We feel most grateful for our journey, and the people we have met along the way and inspired by our work.”
Orders can be placed online, and cards can be found in several local stores such as The Savory Grape in East Greenwich and Cocktail Hour Essentials in West Warwick. The full list of local merchants can be found at the Faith and Grace website:www.faithandgracedesignstudios.com.
The store is located in Cranston, but orders can be placed online or through the print catalogue. To learn more, visit www.tallys.com.
How do tea and Catholicism blend together? Owner Jenifer explained: “Here at Sacred Heart Tea we believe that simple joys are holy moments. We’re on a mission to nurture holy moments in the chaos of life.”
“We understand how busy life can get, and that’s why we’ve created a range of teas that can help you to take a moment to yourself, to reflect on your faith and to remember that you are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses. Our hope is that each cup of Sacred Heart Tea will be a reminder to say, ‘Jesus, hide me in Your Sacred Heart because it is there I find solace from the storms of life.’”
Teas can be purchased through their online store: www.sacredhearttea.com.
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