
Why Church Guilds Keep Coming Back to This Rare Embroidery Book
Long out of print, Embroidery for Church Guilds is returning. Learn how its sacred teachings and symbols still guide the faithful needle today.
Start on a journey through Church history, spanning more than two thousand years. It all started in the 1st century with Jesus Christ’s teachings and the formation of early Christian groups. Moving into the 4th and 5th centuries, important gatherings, like Councils, shaped lasting ideas still important in Church history today. Around the world, Christianity spread, and in medieval Europe, the church became more crucial despite a split in 1054, creating two parts.
As we move through time, the Renaissance becomes an influential period. In the 16th century, leaders like Martin Luther and John Calvin made significant changes, leading to different Protestant groups. Fast-forward to the 20th century, marked by events and meetings trying to bring Christian groups together, and echoes of church history still impact our lives.
Follow the historical journey to discover how Church history shapes faith, culture, and life. Find connections from the past to the present, learning valuable lessons from Christianity. Reflecting on this history encourages acceptance of our differences, builds unity, and creates a better future for all Christian communities. Thus, keeping our mutual venture creates a strong bond of compassion, humility, and enduring love.
As we confront challenges today, let the wisdom of Church history guide us to better understanding, cooperation, and harmonious living in our global community. And, embrace the lessons of the past for a brighter future. As we travel together through our shared history, let’s work towards a future where everyone in the entire Christian community feels welcomed and cared for. By appreciating our past, we can build bridges of unity and kindness, fostering a more compassionate world for all.
Long out of print, Embroidery for Church Guilds is returning. Learn how its sacred teachings and symbols still guide the faithful needle today.
This project required a different approach. Every detail from the fabric choice to the way it handles sun and movement was carefully considered for outdoor worship. Designed with tradition in mind but built for real use, this banner offers a thoughtful solution for processions, feast days, and parish celebrations. See how a few key decisions helped set a new direction for sacred design.
It’s one of the most common misunderstandings in the Church: that only Catholics believe Christ is truly present in Holy Communion. But many conservative Lutherans hold this same sacred belief and the unity it reveals may surprise you.
Far from the noise of the world, in quiet monasteries, a black robe tells a silent story. The Analavos of the Great Schema speaks of surrender, devotion, and a life fully given to God.
Have you ever seen candles in church and wondered why they’re still used? Even with bright lights today, candles are special. They remind us that Jesus is the Light of the World. In this story, you’ll learn how candles have been part of church life for a long time and why their little flame still matters today.
Saint Luke wasn’t just a Gospel writer he may have been the first Christian artist. This tender story explores how a simple painting of the Virgin Mary became a timeless symbol of holy love, devotion, and the beauty that points us back to Christ.
Crafted with purpose and made to honor Our Lady, this Christian bracelet for women invites you to carry your faith in a beautifully visible way.
For a limited time, in celebration of Sacred Heart Month, the entire jewelry collection is 30% off — including this piece and one very special surprise, waiting to be found.
As the smoke rises and wraps around the altar, it invites us to slow down, to listen, and to remember that we are standing on holy ground. It’s not a symbol of something far away, it’s a sign that God is near.
St. Longinus, the Roman soldier who pierced Christ’s side, never intended to believe. But in that moment beneath the Cross, something changed. From executioner to eyewitness, from skeptic to saint his story is a powerful reminder that grace can meet us even at our worst.
Ever wonder what sacred symbols like the Chi Rho or Tree of Life really meant?
Needlework in Religion brings back the forgotten art of church embroidery, where every stitch carried meaning. With stories, symbols, and guides it shows how beauty and faith were once sewn together.
Most people know Notre-Dame as a symbol of beauty and faith but few know how close it came to destruction during World War I. Behind its stone walls, an incredible story unfolded. Discover how Parisians protected their city and cathedral with sandbags, tape, and quiet bravery.
It’s not the tallest building in the world. It’s not covered in gold. But something about Hallgrímskirkja makes people pause and remember. There’s a reason it stays with you.
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Before it left for its new home, this banner quietly transformed our studio. Deep blue fabric, a winged bull at its center and a story older than any thread used to stitch it. At first glance, it’s beautiful. But look closer, and you’ll see the Gospel of Saint Luke unfolding in symbol, color, and meaning.
A forgotten 1930s design. Six weeks of handwork. Gold-threaded elegance reborn. Discover how one Gothic-style cope became a masterpiece of sacred tradition and why it’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen.
Many Church feasts remember big moments from Jesus’ life. But Corpus Christi began with one woman, a quiet vision, and a deep love for the Eucharist. Her story helped create a feast that reminds us that Jesus is still with us every day, at every altar. Learn how it all began and why it still matters.
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