The Beauty of Unique Catholic Gifts That Keep Our Eyes on Jesus
There is something deeply beautiful about a unique Catholic gift that quietly draws our eyes—and our hearts—back to Jesus. A truly meaningful Catholic gift doesn’t simply decorate a space; it becomes part of daily life, gently reminding us that Christ walks with us wherever we go. These sacred reminders often appear in ordinary places: a coffee mug used each morning, a keychain carried daily, an auto visor clip glanced at during traffic—or even an umbrella opened in the rain. When faith is woven into everyday items, we are invited to carry Jesus with us through every season of life, sunshine and storm alike.
Holy Image Umbrellas: Faith Carried Into Everyday Life
At Marie Madeleine, one of the most distinctive expressions of this idea can be found in our Holy Image Umbrella collection. These umbrellas are thoughtfully designed not only to serve a practical purpose, but to reflect devotion, prayer, and reverence for the Catholic Holy Family. Each umbrella features sacred imagery meant to inspire reflection and trust in God’s presence during the most ordinary moments of the day. Rooted in love for Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, these umbrellas serve as daily companions that gently lift the heart toward heaven. If you’d like to continue reading, we invite you into a deeper reflection on the Holy Family below.
Mary: Our Mother Who Teaches Us to Love Her Son
We begin with Mother Mary, whose humble “yes” at the Annunciation changed the course of salvation history. When the Angel Gabriel appeared to her, Mary did not fully understand how God’s plan would unfold—yet she trusted completely. Her response, “Let it be done to me according to your word,” reveals a heart fully surrendered to God’s will. Mary continues to teach us how to love Jesus by always leading us closer to Him, never to herself.
Through Marian consecration, we entrust our lives, prayers, and intentions to Our Blessed Mother so that she may form our hearts to resemble her own—humble, obedient, and centered on Christ. At Marie Madeleine, we highly recommend Mary’s Mantle Consecration Book by Christine Watkins, a beautiful spiritual retreat that gently guides souls closer to Jesus through Mary’s loving care. This book can be found on Amazon and is a meaningful step for anyone feeling called to deepen their Marian devotion.
Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Mother Who Evangelizes
One of the most beloved Marian devotions represented in our collection is the Our Lady of Guadalupe Holy Image Umbrella. In 1531, Our Lady appeared to St. Juan Diego, a humble indigenous man, asking that a church be built in her honor. As a sign of her presence, her miraculous image was imprinted on his tilma—an image that remains intact centuries later. Following her apparitions, approximately nine million conversions occurred within a decade, marking one of the greatest evangelizations in Church history.
Step out in faith and stay dry under the protective mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This unique reverse umbrella not only shields you from the rain, but also serves as a daily reminder that Our Blessed Mother is always near, watching over her children.
St. Joseph: Guardian, Protector, and Model of Obedience
St. Joseph stands as a powerful witness of quiet obedience and unwavering trust in God. In the Gospel, an angel appears to him in a dream, instructing him to take Mary as his wife, for the child she carries is conceived by the Holy Spirit. Joseph awakens and immediately obeys, accepting his mission to protect Mary and raise Jesus. Entrusted with the care of the Holy Family, Joseph teaches us how faithfulness often speaks loudest through action, silence, and sacrifice.
For those discerning a deeper devotion, consecration to St. Joseph is a powerful spiritual practice. If you feel called, we recommend The Saint Joseph Consecration: A 33-Day Journey by Michael J. Nazareth, a meaningful guide to placing your work, family, and vocation under his protection.
Walking Under the Protection of St. Joseph
The St. Joseph Holy Image Umbrella at Marie Madeleine honors his vital role as guardian of the Holy Family. Walk with confidence under the protection of St. Joseph, the faithful steward chosen by God. This umbrella is a beautiful reminder of his obedience, strength, and steadfast love as spouse of Mary and foster father of Jesus. May it inspire daily gratitude for his quiet faith and devotion.
Jesus Christ: By His Holy Cross, the World Was Redeemed
At the center of the Holy Family—and of all history—is Jesus Christ. God the Father gave His only Son out of pure love for humanity, desiring not to condemn the world but to save it. Jesus freely embraced suffering, humiliation, and death so that we might be redeemed. Crowned with thorns, He bore our sins upon the Cross, offering His life as a perfect sacrifice of love and obedience to the Father.
By His Holy Cross, He has redeemed the world. Through His Passion and death, Jesus conquered sin and death itself, opening the gates of heaven that had been closed since the fall of Adam and Eve. From a Catholic perspective, Christ’s sacrifice restores our communion with God and makes eternal life possible for all who believe in Him, receive His grace, and follow Him in faith. In moments of sorrow, fear, or uncertainty, we lift our eyes to Jesus on the Cross, trusting in His unfathomable mercy and the promise of heaven He won for us.
Carrying the Love and Sacrifice of Christ
The Jesus with the Crown of Thorns Holy Image Umbrella serves as a powerful reminder of Christ’s sacrifice. Featuring the image of Jesus crowned with thorns and the words, “By Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the world,”this umbrella draws hearts back to His suffering and saving grace. May it inspire prayer, gratitude, and remembrance of the love poured out for us on the Cross.
The Holy Family United: A Model for Every Christian Home
Together, Jesus, Mary, and Joseph form the Holy Family—a model of love, obedience, humility, and trust in God. Their lives remind us that holiness is often found in ordinary moments lived with extraordinary faith.
“EVERY FAMILY IS A HOLY FAMILY BECAUSE IT IS THE IMAGE OF GOD THE TRINITY”
— Saint Sharbel
Prayer to the Holy Family
LORD JESUS CHRIST, Word made flesh, Savior of the world, Your life is for us an example of total dedication to Your Father and to the work He entrusted to You. Help us to live fully our religious consecration, to spend ourselves completely in Your salvific mission to the people of God.
MOST HOLY VIRGIN MARY, Mother of God, obtain for us the grace of intimate union with Your divine Son, and in and through Him with the Father and the Holy Spirit.
GLORIOUS SAINT JOSEPH, Guardian of the Holy Family, teach us to live a life of prayer, work, and self-forgetfulness, that we may become ever more docile instruments of the will of God.
JESUS, MARY, AND JOSEPH, inspire us so to live our community life, that we may be a sign to others that Christ has come, that our hope is centered in Him, and that we look forward to the glory of the resurrection.
O HOLY FAMILY, bless and protect all the families of the world; safeguard their unity, fidelity, integrity, and dignity. Enable them to live according to God’s law that they may fulfill their sublime vocation. May their lives be a reflection of Yours, and may they enjoy Your presence forever in heaven. Amen.
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