Life of St. Monica Kilgarlin Laminated Prayer Card
- Description
The Life of St. Monica prayer card honors one of the most beloved mothers in Catholic tradition — a saint remembered for perseverance in prayer, patient suffering, and trust in God.
This beautifully laminated Life of St. Monica Kilgarlin Prayer Card features a classic devotional image on the front and biography text with a short prayer on the back. Gold-color accents, ornate borders, and fine detailing give the card a traditional Catholic devotional appearance.
Compact and easy to carry, this St. Monica prayer card fits neatly in a wallet, Bible, missal, prayer book, purse, or pocket. It is especially meaningful for mothers, parents praying for their children, parish handouts, prayer groups, retreats, and thoughtful Catholic gifts.
Card Details
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Beautifully laminated with gold-color accents and fine detail
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Classic devotional image of St. Monica on the front
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Biography text and prayer on the back
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2.5" × 4.5" standard prayer card size
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Useful as a bookmark for your Bible, missal, or devotional book
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Meaningful Catholic gift for parents, families, and those praying for loved ones
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Ideal for church handouts, retreats, prayer groups, and parish ministries
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Available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
Back of Card
Life of St. Monica
St. Monica
Widow
Feast: August 27
One of the most famous mothers of all time, she persisted in prayer and example until she brought her son Augustine back not only to the faith and to penitence, but to an illustrious life in the Church. She did not live to see her son's success, but died shortly after his conversion.
Prayer
Prayer
In Your mercy, Lord You
received the tears of St. Monica
as she wept for her son. At the
intercession of both mother and
son, give us grace to weep for sin
and to obtain Your forgiveness.
About the Saint
St. Monica
St. Monica is known throughout the Church as a model of prayerful perseverance. She is especially remembered for her faithful prayers for her son, St. Augustine, whose conversion became one of the most famous stories in Christian history.
This prayer card is especially meaningful for parents and families who are praying for loved ones, seeking patience in difficult seasons, or asking God for the grace of conversion and forgiveness.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was St. Monica?
St. Monica was the mother of St. Augustine. In particular, Catholics remember her for her patience and perseverance in prayer.
For example, her life reflects:
- Faith in God
- Persistent prayer
- Patience
- Hope
- Trust in God
- Love for family
- Prayer for conversion
In addition, St. Monica prayed faithfully for her son Augustine for many years. Moreover, she continued to trust God despite many difficulties.
Therefore, her example offers encouragement to parents who pray for their children. Likewise, Catholics may seek her intercession for family members who have fallen away from the faith.
Ultimately, St. Monica reminds Catholics to remain hopeful, patient, and faithful in prayer.
What is included on the back of this card?
The back includes a short biography of St. Monica, her feast day, and a prayer asking God, through her intercession, for the grace of repentance and forgiveness.
Who is this prayer card a good gift for?
This card is especially meaningful for mothers, fathers, grandparents, and anyone praying for a son, daughter, or loved one. It is also a thoughtful devotional gift for parish groups and Catholic ministries.
Can I order St. Monica prayer cards in bulk?
Yes. The card is available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100, making it suitable for parishes, schools, retreats, prayer groups, and church handouts.
More Than a Prayer Card
A Mission Behind Every Card
Every ShopCatholic purchase helps support a mission centered on faith, service, and giving.
ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin, a wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and life coach. Her mission extends beyond creating meaningful Catholic products.
Each Christmas Eve, Shawn donates gifts to people in need through Holy Angels. She also volunteers at addiction treatment centers and provides support through grounding boxes and group classes.
Her family and local students also help prepare gift bags for families in need. These efforts are funded personally by Shawn.
When you purchase a Kilgarlin prayer card, you become part of that mission.