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Saint Corona, who lived in 2nd century Syria, was only 15 when she professed her Christian Faith and was martyred under the rule of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Corona was reportedly tied by her feet to the tops of two palm trees, which were then bent to the ground and released, killing her instantly. Saint Corona is reportedly venerated in Austria and Bavaria as the patron saint against epidemics and pandemics, and she is known in the Church as a patron saint of treasure hunters, among other things. Corona's feast day is May 14. Her remains are housed in a church in northern Italy, the same part of Europe that became an epicenter of the Coronavirus outbreak. We invite you to join us in prayer for Corona's intercession. On the back of this holy card is Pope Francis' Coronavirus Prayer, which he said while praying for Our Lady's intercession in the global crisis. These holy cards were designed in-house by the Apostle Gear graphic arts team. Printed in full high-gloss color, the card is about the size of a business card (3.5-inches high by 2-inches wide) and fits perfectly in a wallet or pocket. We invite you to purchase this 100 pack and distribute them to everyone who might join you in prayer. 100 Holy Cards Front and back Glossy full-color print Shrink-wrapped in packs of 100 Pope Francis' Coronavirus Prayer O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’ pain, with steadfast faith. You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need. We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the Father’s will and to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas – we who are put to the test – and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
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