Thanksgiving is here and the season of Advent is fast approaching.
While we don’t have to spend money to show our love, shopping this time of year is a tradition for many.
The gifts we send to others are meaningful and where we spend our money matters. Before you start Black Friday shopping, here are some gift ideas for your loved ones from Catholic businesses.
1) Jewelry
Feminine dainty jewelry is always a big hit and The Little Catholic perfects it!
Whether it is a new Miraculous Medal or a Sacred Heart necklace, their pieces are made to inspire.
If you are looking for hand-painted jewelry, Harleigh Leonard Designs is for you. Aside from hand-painted necklaces that feature images of Our Lady and other female saints, she creates art prints and hand-painted sweatshirts.
2) Home Decor
Home Decor is always fun to shop for and the House of Joppa has plenty! Candles, crucifixes, holy water fonts, aprons, drinkware, and table linens.
Worthy of Agape also features home goods, blankets, and a variety of apparel!
If you need a new coffee table book, check out Theology of Home.
3) Small Gifts/ Stocking Stuffers
Stickers and magnets make the best stocking stuffers and small gifts for friends. These items from Outporting of Trust feature beautiful artwork, ranging from saint favorites like Saint Maximilian Kolbe and St. John Paul II.
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If you would like to send specialized prayer or Christmas greeting cards, Novena Cards is where you’ll need to visit. Send special prayer cards to your loved ones, or even stock up for special occasions throughout the year!
Gift your friends some cool Saint Socks from Sock Religious and Tinysaints keychains from the EWTN Religious Catalogue!
4) Ornaments
The National Eucharistic Congress released its official Christmas Ornament that can serve as a reminder of the last three years of revival and the incredible journey we shared in Indianapolis.
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5) Rosaries
Is there such a thing as “too many rosaries?” If so, I’ve never heard it!
It’s not a bad idea to have several rosaries - a few to keep at home, one for your purse or car, and even extras to carry in case someone is in need. You never want to walk unarmed!
These handmade rosaries from Abundantly Yours and Blessed is She are sure to make anyone smile! As another kind gesture, get them blessed by a priest before gifting them!
6) Books
Thinking about the intellectual friend or family member? Maybe someone hungry to learn more about the faith? The EWTN Religious Catalogue carries a large variety of books, including saint biographies, apologetics, church history, and even some by EWTN Foundress Mother Angelica.
Word on Fire and Ascension Press are also great sources for gift buying!
7) Gifts for Children
Shining Light, owned by Chantal, a mother and homeschooler, features plush saint dolls, sticker and activity books, wooden church playsets, rosary puzzles, and a novena tracker for kids.
The Catholic Company has a wide selection of items that would also make for great gifts.
The Cooking with the Saints cookbook contains 60 recipes linked to the biographies of 60 saints and their feast days, featuring recipes from all over the world.
The Catholic Company also sells a 20-piece "Children’s Wooden Mass Kit Playset,” a perfect gift for your young brother, nephew, or child to imitate their favorite priests! And for the little ones at Mass who tend to fidget, the Immaculate Heart popper toy is a great distraction!
This sticker Advent calendar for children from Be A Heart gives families a golden opportunity to introduce the liturgical calendar to their children in a fun, colorful, and creative way.
Do you love the Cooking with the Saints cookbook? Check out the Catholic Kids’ Cookbook from Word on Fire.
It contains prayers, saint stories, and 33 recipes for adults to make with their children. During the holidays, cooking and baking are a fun way to bond.
Who wouldn’t want to share laughs and stories while making Saint Thérèse of Lisieux’s chocolate eclairs?
8) Veils
Do you want to start veiling for Mass or know someone who does and could use a new one?
Magnificat Veils and Veils by Lily both carry unique selections that vary in color, style, and length. Veiling is a beautiful way to show reverence in Mass and makes a lovely gift.
