Prayer Pillowcase - St. Bernadette

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Bernadette Soubirous wasn't always called the "Princess of Lourdes." In fact, this Basque girl who could barely read and write once lived with her family in an abandoned jail cell! One day during a vision of the Virgin Mary at the grotto Our Lady told Bernadette to dig in the dirt and drink the trickle of water that appeared. Bernadette faithfully followed Mary's instructions and by the next day the trickle had turned into a free-flowing spring! Not only was a chapel built there in fulfillment of Our Lady's request, but the waters at Lourdes have been a source of sanctity and miraculous healing ever since. Would you have glowed with satisfaction under the publicity that followed 18 visits from the Virgin Mary? Saint Bernadette did not. In fact, this humble soul escaped the "burden" of fame by joining the Sisters a few years later.

This lovely, serene portrait of Saint Bernadette in front of the grotto is a reminder of the peace we receive from following God's will, even in the most peculiar circumstances. The companion prayer on our Saint Bernadette Prayer Pillowcase prompts us to answer Mary's call to pray consistently, and helps us grow more humble and less self-absorbed, especially when we find ourselves "glowing" a bit too much.

• Feast Day: April 16th
• Patron Saint of: The Sick, The Poor, Shepherds, People ridiculed for their piety.
• France, 1844-1879

Frequently Asked Questions

Prayer Pillowcases combine beautiful original art with favorite prayers to offer all ages a delightful new way to learn Catholic prayers, remember to say prayers and begin and end each day with a prayerful heart! Images are printed directly on the pillowcase, so it's always soft to the touch. Machine washable poly/cotton blend. Fits both standard and queen-sized pillows. All pillowcases are designed and printed in the USA.

Where are Prayer Pillowcases made?

• They're designed & printed here in the USA.

Is the image a heat transfer (decal)?

• No. DTG (Direct to Garment) printing process is used, which means we print directly on the pillowcase. That's why these printed pillowcases are always soft to the touch! Don't worry about stiffness or decal peeling; that can't happen with this product.

What kind of ink used?

• A water-based ink that's not only CPSIA compliant, but has earned the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certificate, too. That means it's super safe, for your family & the environment.

If the ink's water-based, why doesn't it wash out?

• Printed images are heat-set. This cures the ink, making a durable & lasting print.

What about fading?

• Repeated test washings have shown only minimal fading, the most noticeable occurring after the first wash. Fading from subsequent washing is virtually imperceptible.

What about washing?

• Cold water & no bleach is recommended to ensure a long bright life for Prayer Pillowcases.

What about the pillowcase?

• The poly/cotton cases fit Standard & Queen sized pillows (20" x 31").