In 1 Corinthians 10:16, St. Paul asks, "The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a sharing in the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a sharing in the body of Christ?" And he declares in Romans 12:5 that "we, who are many, are one body in Christ."
This heirloom quality Rosary celebrates the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist. It was handcrafted with individual links made of 20-gauge antique bronze wire, Swarovski pearls and crystals, and genuine African turqoise.
Swarovski pearls in Elderberry represent the precious Blood of Jesus, and the bronze tones of the wire, crucifix, and centerpiece represent His Precious Body. The African turquoise Pater beads resemble little worlds, calling to mind humanity and the Mystical Body of Christ--the union of Christians here on earth and those who have gone before us with the Lord. Accents of Swarovski crystals in amethyst and crystal aurora borealis are further representation of the Body and Blood of our Lord.
This heirloom quality Rosary It would make a beautiful gift for a priest or for anyone who is devoted to the Eucharist.
As you pray the rosary and the Divine Mercy with this rosary, call to mind the Church Militant, the Church Penitent, and the Church Triumphant--joined together as the Body of Christ.
Note: Natural semiprecious stones such as African turquoise will exhibit natural variations in color, markings, shadings, and inclusions.