Title

Reliquary containing ashes of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, remnant of clothing of Saint Francis de Sales, and remnant of clothing of Saint Frances de Chantal

Creator

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Creation Date

1875

Description

Reliquary containing ashes of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, remnant of clothing of Saint Francis de Sales, and remnant of clothing of Saint Frances de Chantal. The document certifying the authenticity of this relic can be downloaded below as a PDF file. Saint Margaret Mary (1647-1690) was a nun who promoted devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Saint Francis de Sales (1567-1622) was a bishop who promoted tolerance toward religious divisions. Saint Jane Frances de Chantal (1572-1641) was a nun who founded the Congregation of the Visitation.

Permission Statement

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