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Contents1 What is the symbol of Confirmation?2 The Signs of Confirmation3 At what age is Confirmation held?4 Confirmation Explained to Young People The symbols of Confirmation express the fundamental importance of this Sacrament. From the chrism, which symbolises the presence of the Holy Spirit, to…
Contents1 Characteristics of freshwater pearls2 Uses of freshwater pearls3 Pearl Jewellery4 How to clean freshwater pearls and keep them for a long time Round, oval, irregular—freshwater pearls are an elegant and refined alternative to saltwater ones. Here is how to clean and maintain them. Pearls…
Contents1 Aquamarine2 Amethyst3 Coral4 Hematite5 Garnet6 Lapis Lazuli7 Malachite8 St Lucy’s Eye9 Tiger’s Eye10 Onyx11 Pearl12 Moonstone13 Lava Stone14 Rose Quartz15 Turquoise16 Topaz Precious or semi-precious, natural hardstones have always represented a valuable resource for the manufacture of ornaments and jewellery. But some also have…
Embroidered pouches, glass jars, simple little boxes – there’s no limit to imagination and creativity when it comes to DIY favours. But where can you find the right materials? Making DIY favours for a Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, or even a Wedding? It can be…
Contents1 Which Wedding Favours to Choose2 Religious Wedding Favours3 Useful and Original Wedding Favours Useful and decorative, sacred or secular, wedding favours are an important choice and should not be underestimated. Here are some original ideas from our store. When planning a Catholic wedding, no…
Information about Pope Francis, curiosities and his pontificate’s special moments. A Pope who made himself loved immensely and whom we will never forget There are people who leave such a deep imprint in the fabric of history that they make the world a better place…
Contents1 The Pope of the suburbs2 Reforms and Transparency: Francis’ New Church3 The fight against abuse4 Custodian of the common home and prophet of universal brotherhood5 A Pope on a Journey: Francis, a Pilgrim of Peace6 A shepherd close to the weak What did Pope…
Contents1 The Passion of the Christ2 The Last Temptation of Christ3 Jesus Christ Superstar4 King of Kings5 The Gospel According to St. Matthew6 The Greatest Story Ever Told From The Greatest Story Ever Told to The Passion of the Christ, including Jesus Christ Superstar. Films…
Contents1 What is the filigree technique?2 Melting3 Rolling and Drawing4 Twisting, Shaping, and Filling5 How is filigree worked?6 What materials are used to make filigree jewellery?7 Holyart’s catalogue of filigree products8 Filigree jewellery on Holyart9 Chalices, Ciboria, and Patens decorated with filigree on Holyart Filigree…
Contents1 The meaning of coral2 Coral in Christian iconography3 Coral and the Passion of Christ4 Coral jewellery on Holyart Let us uncover the secrets and significance of coral, a precious material that has always fascinated humanity. An amulet against evil and misfortune, it has been…
What are foot bath salts for, and what substances give relief to tired legs and swollen feet? What could be better than a nice relaxing foot bath, especially when in the evening you find yourself with swollen feet and tired legs after a day spent…
Contents1 Parents in the Bible2 The Ten Commandments3 Parenting Phrases 1 June is World Parents’ Day, a time to remember the importance of parents as the first and fundamental educators of children. World Parents’ Day was established by the United Nations in 2012 with the…
Contents1 How do you measure the diameter of your finger? What about the circumference?2 The variables3 The Holyart rings How to take measurements to give a ring as a gift. A few tricks on ring sizes and everything you need to make sure you don’t…
Here are some gift ideas for Father’s Day. Special thoughts for those who have a very difficult ‘job’ … “Dear dads, best wishes on your day! Be for your children like Saint Joseph: guardians of their growth in age, wisdom and grace.” This message was…
15 August is not just an occasion for partying and outings. We remember the Assumption of Mary into heaven. Let’s discover the most evocative celebrations that this anniversary is celebrated with. In an article of some time ago we had already spoken extensively about the…
July 30 is the World Day of Friendship, a celebration born to celebrate one of the most wonderful aspects of coexistence between men. On the occasion of the World Day of Friendship we wanted to verify what is the exact definition of this form of…
Contents1 History of Our Lady of Fatima2 The three shepherds of Fatima3 The three Secrets of Fatima4 Sanctuary of Fatima On 13 May we celebrate the Madonna of Fatima. Her invitation to penance and prayer as instruments of salvation today is more timely than ever.…
Michelangelo Buonarroti’s Pietà is one of the most famous works of art of all time and one of the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance. Let’s discover the secrets of this wonderful sculpture. It is difficult to think of a work of art that is as…