Description
Saint Andrew Bobola, Jesuit priest and martyr
Saint Andrew Bobola was a seventeenth-century Jesuit priest and missionary in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. He served as a preacher, confessor, and pastor during a period marked by war and religious conflict. Captured and killed in 1657 because he would not renounce his Catholic faith, he is honored as a martyr; his liturgical memorial is May 16. Catholic devotion also associates him with prayer for fidelity, reconciliation, and Christian unity, while remembering that unity cannot be separated from truth and charity.
Jesuit cassock, pilgrim staff, and crucifix
The image shows Andrew in a black Jesuit cassock and cloak, holding a long walking staff. A crucifix is placed at his belt rather than in his hand, and his upward gaze suggests prayer and trust in God. The halo identifies him as a saint, while the gold field gives the composition a sacred setting. These visible details present him as a priest on mission and a witness who remained faithful under persecution.
For courage, priests, and Christian unity
The icon is meaningful for Jesuits, priests, missionaries, Polish families, people named Andrew, and communities praying for reconciliation. It may accompany prayer for courage in conscience, patient evangelization, and unity rooted in the Gospel. It is appropriate for a rectory, parish office, retreat house, chapel, home prayer corner, ordination anniversary, confirmation, or name-day gift.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
Made to order in Poland on a double-primed linden wood panel, with direct printing and decorative gold-tone metal leaf. A certificate with the year of production and a wall hanger are included.