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Martin de Porres grew up in Lima, Peru much loved but quite poor. He had the dark skin of his mother, a freed black slave, and the courageous heart of both her and his absent father, a Spanish soldier. Despite the harsh prejudices he faced for being so distinctly dark and fatherless. young Martin grew up with a prayerful and generous spirit, loving all people as his brothers and sisters in Christ. Even before fulfilling his vocation as a Dominican, Martin acted on his yearning to serve God by apprenticing as a barber (which at the time emphasized the healing arts). These skills brought him great joy because like Jesus, he could tend those in need. Later as a Dominican brother Martin received the divine gift of bilocation and found himself ministering to ailing souls all over the world! Despite the fame that came to this holy man from his medicinal talents, Brother Martin remained ever humble, even referring to himself "Brother Broom."
Our friendly and fun portrait of the beloved South American Saint (who was a good friend of Saint Rose of Lima’s, by the way) pays tribute to this joyful disciple who was known for sharing God’s love with everyone from the mice in the kitchen to the sick far away. It is paired with a petition of gratitude and hope; a prayer calling each of us to embrace the people and predicaments in our lives like Saint Martin de Porres did: with courage and humility, and most of all, the compassion of Christ.
- Image: Saint Martin de Porres
- Prayer: To St. Martin de Porres
- Feast Day: November 3rd
- Patron of: Bi-racial peoples, Social Justice, Those who suffer discrimination, Barbers & Hairdressers.
- Lima, Peru 1579 - 1639
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").
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