Thursday, December 31, 2009
Connect with the Vatican
Official Vatican YouTube Page
Music from the Vatican's Playlist
Official Vatican Website
Vatican Pope2You Facebook Application
To learn more about Pope Benedict XVI, check out the biography by John. L. Allen Jr.
Pope Benedict XVI Biography
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Christmas Prayer
Help us remember the birth of Jesus,
Close the door of hate
May the Christmas morning make us happy
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
After Christmas Sale!
Our doors will be opening at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 26th for our 60th Annual After Christmas Sale.
Come experience the best deals in town on seasonal and Christmas items!
Unlike other religious stores, we choose to liquidate all of our Christmas merchandise after Christmas in order to bring you the best savings.
Save a minimum of 50% off during our famous after Christmas Sale! You won't find deals like this anywhere else in town.
Come early for the best selections. But if you can't make it in that Saturday, don't worry, sale prices will continue into January!
Come stock up on Christmas gifts and decorations for next year while saving tons of money!!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Fun Nativity Sets for Kids
12 piece Nativity set with Stable
Musical Nativity Set in Bag17 Piece Plastic Nativity Set
Friday, November 27, 2009
Christmas Music Favorites!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
History of the Crucifix
Friday, November 20, 2009
Catholic Fun Facts
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
St. Nicholas Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Gift Ideas for the Sacraments
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Meaning of the Advent Wreath
Thursday, October 29, 2009
All Saints Day
Friday, October 23, 2009
60th Anniversary this weekend!
We would love it if you could join us for the festivities, it's a very exciting time for us.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
What makes altar wine "genuine" altar wine?
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Understanding and caring for your religious jewelry
Solid gold...gold filled...gold plated...oxidize...sterling...rhodium...karat...
Ever wonder what all of this means? As specialists in religious jewelry, St. Patrick's Guild can help!
We have a comprehensive webpage within our site that deals with religious jewelry types and care.
TYPES of jewelry include: Solid gold, gold filled, gold plated, sterling silver, brass, pewter and stainless steel. Our site offers advice on how to CARE for each of these.
The page also offers important jewelry DEFINITIONS such as: Karat, oxidize, tarnish and allergies to jewelry.
Finally, we included TIPS and TRICKS for religious jewelry, including how to select a chain length.
Visit the Religious Jewelry Types and Care page at: http://www.stpatricksguild.com/page.htm?PG=JewelryCare#jewelrycare
Our most popular religious jewelry can be found here: http://www.stpatricksguild.com/browse.cfm/2,386.html
Thursday, October 1, 2009
The Year for Priests, St. John Vianney is Patron
La Patisserie and Irish Indeed joining in the Anniversary fun!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
60th Anniversary Updates
Saturday, September 26, 2009
St. Patrick's Guild is 60! Deals Galore on Christian Goods (and fun events!)
In celebration, we're having a "Rollback the Prices" to the levels of the old days - 20% of everything in the store. EVERYTHING!
The sale will occur:
October 23, 9-5:30
October 24, 9-5:30
October 26, 9-8
During the sale, there will be lots of celebration and merriment.
Please keep checking back for more details. We'll be updating the blog frequently.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Round 2: Sell Your Home with the St. Joseph Statue
A few weeks ago, I posted about the history of the St. Joseph statue. Here's a St. Patrick's Guild YouTube video on the subject. The first time home buyer credit expires on December 1, 2009 (so says the IRS website). Home sellers might consider the St. Joseph statue during this last push to entice those buyers. Good luck!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxNHSsIZCwo
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thanksgiving Gifts
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Hard to believe here in sunny and warm Minnesota.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Athletic History of the Vatican and Popes
Sunday, September 6, 2009
New Christian Goods Items at the Guild!
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Ted Kennedy's Catholic Funeral
Monday, August 24, 2009
Patron Saints: The Common and Not So Common
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Baby gifts! Shower the new baby in your life...
A few months ago, I posted about the most common wedding months since I figured many readers would want some wedding gift ideas. Because I am currently pregnant (with twins!) and just had a baby shower (at which I received many lovely baby gifts), it got me thinking about the most common month in which to have a baby. For those of you who have recently attended a baby shower or received a birth announcement or are expecting a Baptism/Christening invite in your mailbox, you won't be surprised to hear that August is the most popular birth month.
Some sources, however, state that September is the most common birth month or at least as common as August. Either way, there are babies being born right and left! Baby showers, Baptisms, Christenings and hospital visits are all common activities these days.
The most common birthdate is October 5. Interestingly, I am due November 5, but the average gestation for twins is 36 weeks - meaning I may just have my sons on the most popular birthday of the year!
If you're looking for baby shower gift ideas, check out the Guild's bestsellers:
http://www.stpatricksguild.com/browse.cfm/2,2334.html
The general Baptism and Christening portion of the website can be found here:
http://www.stpatricksguild.com/browse.cfm/2,502.html
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Christians and Facebook - Can you be too networked?
Friday, July 31, 2009
Saints and Real Estate: The Story Behind the St. Joseph Statue
There are several opinions on the St. Joseph tradition. The most commonly held belief is that the tradition can be linked to an order of European nuns who buried a St. Joseph medal (around A.D. 1515 - 1582) to seek his help in expanding their land. After a short time, they found out that their prayers had been heard and they received more land for their convent. Others link the practice to German carpenters who buried a statue of St. Joseph in each new foundation they built and prayed to him. Still other simply believe it is the fact that St. Joseph provided for Mary and Jesus, paired with his skills as a carpenter, that make him a great supporter and advocate for home sellers.
One aspect of the St. Joseph statue tradition/process that most can agree on is that after the home has sold, the St. Joseph statue should be removed from the ground and given a place of honor in your new home.
St. Joseph statues have always been a best seller at St. Patrick's Guild. Good luck!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Wine, Candle, Bread Sale!
Altar Wines - Buy 3 cases or more, save $5 per case.
Altar Candles - Buy 5 cartons and the 6th is free.
Altar Breads - Buy 5 cartons and the 6th is free.
Please visit http://www.stpatricksguild.com/page.htm?PG=JULYWINESALE for more information and deals.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Christian Garden Statues
It is that time of the year. You have been toiling in the garden for a month or two, things are looking great - but something is missing. The flowers and the greenery and the shrubbery need a focal point or centerpiece. A statue may be just the answer. As in our homes, consider displaying your faith in your garden. Above right, you see our Lady of Grace Outdoor statue. For a more affordable, but just as beautiful option, check out the Celtic Garden Rock with Irish Blessing (above left).
Monday, July 6, 2009
Oldest Bible in the world goes online///
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/europe/07/06/ancient.bible.online/index.html?eref=rss_topstories
Friday, July 3, 2009
Happy 4th of July!
Here is one from 1861 at the onset of the Civil War:
Almighty and everlasting God, be not angry with us for our sins, which we only confess and deplore; but pardon our offenses and extend to us Thy favor. We thank Thee for Thy goodness on this anniversary of the nation a day tenfold more precious by reason of our present troubles, and sacred to the heart for the ever memorable Declaration of our fathers, in which Thou didst begin more openly to give us a name among the nations of the earth. We thank Thee for all Thy manifold and abundant mercies hitherto to make our nation exceedingly great and glorious; but now disasters have befallen us and darkness broods in the land. And now we ask Thy mercy as the Senate is convening at a most momentous crisis of our history. Give to Thy servants all needed help. Add to their deliberations wisdom and unanimity, and profit and speed to their conclusion. Bless Thy servant, the President of the United States, our veteran Commander-in- Chief, and all that have functions in the civil and military power. May the angel of Thy presence walk in the Cabinet and in the Congress and in the camp, to go before, to purify, and to direct the now greatly and universally-awakened love of country. And we beseech Thee to guide us, to overrule and order all things, and so to cause that nothing shall fail, that the disorders of the land may be speedily healed, that peace and concord may prevail, that truth and righteousness may be established, and that Thy Church and Kingdom may flourish in a larger peace and prosperity, for Thy Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ's sake. Amen. (Source: Congressional Globe, 37th Congress, first session, new series, 1, 4 July 1861.)
Happy 4th of July! Be safe and God Bless.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Christian Travel: Romero, 30 Years a Martyr
Romero: Thirty Years a Martyr
March 19-28, 2010
In his day, Archbishop Oscar Romero courageously used his position to further the cause of human rights and peace in El Salvador. On March 24, 1980, Romero was assassinated while celebrating Mass. Thirty years later, his vision for a peaceful and just El Salvador lives on. Join this travel seminar and take an in-depth look at the life, church, martyrdom, and continuing influence of Monsignor Romero as well as the current realities of El Salvador. You will join thousands of others in attending activities commemorating the thirtieth anniversary of Romero’s martyrdom. You will meet with various leaders and Salvadoran organizations to discuss the continuing impact of Romero’s life and work on the social fabric of El Salvador. Application deadline is December 14, 2009.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Graduation: Congrats Guilders!
Looking for a gift for your special graduate? Something meaningful? Check out our selection of inspirations graduation gifts at http://www.stpatricksguild.com/browse.cfm/2,2018.html
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Bible Translation Resource
The New American Bible, the New Jerusalem Bible, the New International Version…how to tell the difference between the many translations of the Bible? We get this question all the time, so we created a Bible comparison chart. Check it out at:
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Monday, June 8, 2009
Wedding Season is Here!
And it is here to stay until October. That’s right, the traditional wedding month of June is no longer the most popular. In fact, August and July have been more popular than June for the past three years, followed by September and October. Fall weddings are gaining major popularity as more brides and grooms attempt to avoid the busiest season. This article has some interesting history and facts about when people get married and why -
http://weddingplanning.suite101.com/article.cfm/the_most_popular_month_for_weddings
Congrats to all the couples-to-be of summer/fall 2009. For the attendees of these weddings, take a look at the Guild’s selection of gifts and mementos:
http://www.stpatricksguild.com/browse.cfm/2,2446.html
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Saturday, June 6, 2009
Welcome!
Welcome to Your Family Spiritual Connection, a blog brought to you by the folks at St. Patrick’s Guild, a family-owned religious/spiritual goods store established in 1949 that serves all 50 states and beyond! To find out more about us, you can visit our website at www.stpatricksguild.com
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