Faith is the source of light, of guidance for the Christian life. "We walk by faith, not by sight", wrote St Paul. In his first encyclical Pope Francis reflects on the meaning of faith, the beginning of God's gracious salvation. Faith is the means by which man encounters the living God through Jesus Christ in the Holy Spirit. Francis draws on key themes of his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, who wrote encyclicals on charity and hope. He intended to complete the set with a reflection on faith, which would also have underscored the Year of Faith that he launched. Benedict's history-making retirement meant he was unable to finish his encyclical. Francis took up the task, adding his own insights, themes, and emphases to the work begun by Benedict XVI. According to Pope Francis, Light of Faith is a "four hand document". Pope Benedict, Francis notes, "handed it to me, it is a strong document. He did the great amount of work". Thus, although officially Light of Faith (Lumen Fidei) is an encyclical of Pope Francis and reflects his teaching ministry, it is also reflects the work of Pope Emeritus Benedict. This is not only Francis' first encyclical; it is also the first encyclical to have been openly written by two successors of St. Peter.111 pages.
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Our Saint Elmo Rosary features 6mm Aqua Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 1 5/8 x 1 inches. The centerpiece features a St. Elmo medal. Hand-crafted in the USA by expert jewelers, it features premium beads and silver plated parts. High-end rosaries and rosary bracelets like this St. Elmo 6mm Aqua Fire Polished Rosary are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. For a small extra fee, our jeweler can engrave a name, date, or short message on the back of the saint charm. |
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Our Saint Lidwina of Schiedam Rosary features Garnet Lock Link Aurora Borealis beads. The Crucifix measures 1 3/4 x 1 inches. The centerpiece features a St. Lidwina of Schiedam medal. Hand-crafted in the USA by expert jewelers, it features premium beads and silver plated parts. High-end rosaries and rosary bracelets like this St. Lidwina of Schiedam Garnet Lock Link Aurora Borealis Rosary are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. For a small extra fee, our jeweler can engrave a name, date, or short message on the back of the saint charm. |
Our Saint Tarcisius Rosary Bracelet features 6mm Crystal Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 5/8 x 1/4 inches. The charm is a St. Tarcisius medal. This premium rosary bracelet is proudly made in the USA using high-quality beads and Sterling silver-plated parts, so it is built to last for many generations. As part of our premium line of religious jewelry, this St. Tarcisius 6mm Crystal Fire Polished Rosary Bracelet are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. If you'd like the rosary bracelet personalized, our jewelers can engrave a special message, date, or name on the back of the charm. |
Our Saint Victoria Rosary Bracelet features 6mm Topaz Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 5/8 x 1/4 inches. The charm is a St. Victoria medal. This premium rosary bracelet is proudly made in the USA using high-quality beads and Sterling silver-plated parts, so it is built to last for many generations. As part of our premium line of religious jewelry, this St. Victoria 6mm Topaz Fire Polished Rosary Bracelet are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. If you'd like the rosary bracelet personalized, our jewelers can engrave a special message, date, or name on the back of the charm. |
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