Title

Flowers of Christ profession holy card

Creator

Preview

Creation Date

7-22-1929

Work Type

devotional pictures

Location

Paris (France), Lynn (Mass.)

Description

Branches of lilies are encircled by a crown of thorns. Above the flowers is a cross with the words 'Poverty,' 'Obedience,' and 'Chastity' enscribed upon it. The edges of the card have a gold filigree pattern. The back of the card has an inscription commemorating the profession of religious vows by a Sister of Saint Joseph of Lynn, Massachusetts, and the entry into the novitiate of a second woman. Created by Maison Bouasse-Lebel.

Transcription

The flowers of Christ. Poverty Obedience Chastity. By becoming the spouse of Christ, you enter deeper into His life, His works, His sacrifice. (front) Souvenir de ma profession religieuse Soeur Marie Ernest et de ma prise d'habit. 22 juillet 1929 Soeur Saint Denis. (back)

Collection

U.S. Catholic Special Collection

Repository ID

CSC.009-003

Permission Statement

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