Sock Religious

St. Jude, a distant relative of Jesus, was called to be one of Jesus’ 12 apostles. He preached the Good News to Jews throughout Judea, Samaria, Syria, Mesopotamia, and Libya. He is depicted with a flame above his head representing his presence at Pentecost with the 12 disciples; this is symbolized by 12 flames in the patterning of this sock. He is also depicted with a medallion with the face of Christ around his neck, coming from a story in which Jesus pressed his face into a cloth and gave it...

Born to a wealthy Italian family in 1194, St. Clare was one of the first followers of St. Francis of Assisi. Wanting a life of poverty and refusing to marry anyone but Jesus Christ, she eventually built a following that is known today as the “Poor Clares.” In 1241, during the Crusades, armies came to attack the order. Though feeble with ill health and age, Clare rose to meet the armies with the Blessed Sacrament and prayed to God to protect her sisters. The armies fell back, as if dazed, and...

This sock has several hidden symbols that can be used as tools for evangelization this Easter season. Running throughout the patterning of the sock is the word “Alleluia,” a word that is left unsaid during Lent to respect the solemnity of the season. Easter Sunday is the first time in 40 days that the glorious praise is able to be sung. The colors and patterning in the sock are bright and fun to represent the joy of this occasion. The design also echoes an Easter egg! A decorated egg...

Born in modern day Algeria, St. Monica was married off at an early age to an abusive pagan husband. Together, they bore three sons, one of which was to become St. Augustine of Hippo. However, Augustine was not always the faithful Catholic we now see him as. Both he and Monica’s husband caused her immense strife and she spent most of her life praying for them. After incredible patience her prayers were answered and they both joined the Church. Our sock design pays homage to St. Monica’s...

St. Matthew the Apostle began his journey as a tax collector; the most hated profession in the time of Christ. While working in a collection booth, Christ called to Matthew with the simple words, “Follow me.” With this, Matthew became adisciple of Christ. After the death of Christ, Matthew wrote his account of the Gospel, which became the first of four Gospels in the New Testament. The bottom of our sock reads “Holy Matthew, Pray for Us,” in Hebrew. Historians believe Hebrew would have been...

St. Thérèse of Lisieux or as we like to say, St. Thérèse of LiSHOE! With "The Little Way" written on the bottom of the sock, you'll be reminded each day to live as she did with great joy in the little things. Length: Crew Material: Approx. 75% Cotton, 23% Nylon, 2% Spandex Youth Age 6-9 | US Youth Shoe Size: 12-1.5Adult One Size - Fits most Shoe Sizes socks will fit: Men's5-11Women's7-12 ...

How about a little JP2 for your shoe? St. John Paul II Socks will help you "be not afraid" to live your faith out loud and on your feet! These Pope Socks will always be a great conversation starter! Length: Crew Material: Approx. 75% Cotton, 23% Nylon, 2% Spandex Adult One Size - Fits most Shoe Sizes socks will fit: Men's5-11Women's7-12 ...

Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas, Star of the New Evangelization, is such a gift to our Church! Mary’s appearances in 1531 to Juan Diego just outside of Mexico City has caused the conversion of thousands. Mary’s instructions to Juan Diego to build a temple was faced with skepticism by the bishop. To prove that this request was of God, Mary told Juan to gather roses on the hill to take to the bishop. Juan followed her instructions and when he lowered the roses to the ground, he...

Momma T in the house! These socks are simple, but awesome. St. Teresa of Calcutta had the ability to see the best in every person she encountered. These socks will start the conversation for you to have that encounter. Length: Crew Material: Approx. 75% Cotton, 23% Nylon, 2% Spandex Youth Age 6-9 | US Youth Shoe Size: 12-1.5Adult One Size - Fits most Shoe Sizes socks will fit: Men's5-11Women's7-12 ...

St. Augustine spent a large part of his life chasing after fleeting fulfillments. Thanks to the tireless prayers of his mother and the mercy of God, he is most known today for his conversion. Augustine became a priest, the bishop of Hippo, & eventually titled as a Doctor of the Church for all of his great wisdom, writings, and insights. Because of his past, he knew where true peace and fulfillment come from: God! Snag these socks for yourself or a loved one and be reminded to seek the Lord...

The Spiritual Exercises. Discernment of Spirits. Ignatian meditation. The Society of Jesus. It is hard to imagine our Church without all that this saint contributed to it! Founder of the Society of Jesus, aka The Jesuits, St. Ignatius is sure to inspire you when you slip these socks on and read his own words of encouragement to, “Go forth and set the world on fire!” Whether to Church, a wedding, or another day in the office, the AMDG around the top of these socks will also be a reminder to,...

Each spring we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Easter Sunday is the greatest feast in the Christian calendar because it is the fulfillment of all of God’s promises! We are thrilled to be offering our first ever kids sock in this design! You definitely want to include these socks in your Easter basket!These Resurrection socks have a color palette to remind you of Jesus’ death and burial in the tomb; and the rays of light remind us of His conquering of death and great...

The innovator of religious orders as we know them today, St. Benedict is beloved by many! This simple design mimics the simple, humble life he lived. A raven on his shoulder and a chalice with a snake by his side, will remind you of the miraculous power of God, working to save this faithful soul from enemies attempts to poison him. These socks will be the perfect reminder to live the Benedictine motto, “Ora et Labora,” meaning pray and work, keeping all tasks in your day prayerful. Length:...

Our Lady of Grace is one of the most well known images of Mary. You've been asking for a Mary sock, we delivered! Length: Crew Material: Approx. 75% Cotton, 23% Nylon, 2% Spandex Adult One Size - Fits most Shoe Sizes socks will fit: Men's5-11Women's7-12

Revealed by the Blessed Virgin to St. Dominic in a Dream, the Holy Rosary became a common practice of meditative prayer in the Church. These socks will remind you and those you encounter to pray the rosary when you wear them! Length: Crew Material: Approx. 75% Cotton, 23% Nylon, 2% Spandex Youth Age 6-9 | US Youth Shoe Size: 12-1.5Adult One Size - Fits most Shoe Sizes socks will fit: Men's5-11Women's7-12 ...

St. Catherine of Siena was born in Siena, Italy and at the age of 21 had a mystical marriage to Christ in which she claimed he gave her a ring (invisible to others). In the vision she was ordered to serve the sick and the poor; she soon gained followers. She also became involved in political affairs and began dictating letters to scribes, playing a large role in persuading the Pope in Avignon to return to Rome. Her letters to him had a childlike warmth and intimacy as she called him “Babbo”...

Calling all teachers, converts, and Elizabeth Ann Seton-lovers: This sock is for you! St. Elizabeth Ann Seton was the first native-born American saint. After being left a widow with 5 small children, she converted to Catholicism. To support her family, Elizabeth opened a school in Emmitsburg, Maryland, and later, at the invitation of the archbishop, established a Catholic girls school. THIS began the parochial school system in America. WOW! St. Elizabeth Ann Seton models perseverance,...

This isn’t just an Easter sock. It’s a year-round sock. Our faith hinges on the fact that on Easter morning the tomb where Jesus was buried was EMPTY! Because the Romans feared a fake Resurrection posed by Jesus’ disciples, they sealed and closely guarded the tomb. But no seal or guard could keep God’s plan of salvation from unfolding. We read in Matthew 28: 2 & 4, “Behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, approached, rolled back the stone, and sat...

St. Bakhita recalls in her autobiography a happy childhood until she was kidnaped and sold into slavery where she was given her name, meaning “lucky”, by her captors. The green cross and red “M'' come from the crest of the Canossian Daughters of Charity in Italy, where she was staying when she gained freedom. She eventually became Christian and joined the order herself. Bakhita’s deep devotion to Our Lady is realized through her last words. She had tears streaming down her face and said, “Our...

Young Maximilian Kolbe was so mischievous as a child that one day his mother blurted out, “What will become of you?” This struck him to the heart. At the age of 12, he had a vision of the Virgin Mary and asked her what was to become of him. She held two crowns: one white, representing purity, and one red, representing martyrdom. She asked if he would accept either of the crowns. He replied, “I choose both.” While in seminary to become a Polish Conventual Franciscan, he and some friends founded...

St. Cecilia is beloved by many for her patronage of music. During her wedding she sang in her heart to God because of a vow to purity she took before her parents forced her into marriage. Her piety ultimately led to her husband’s conversion to Christianity and she spent the rest of her life helping to convert souls by her preaching. This, however, ultimately led to her execution.The lamb & sword pattern on the bottom of this sock not only adds extra comfort, but are symbols of her purity and...

One of the most popular Christian pilgrimages, the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James), has been attracting people from all over the world for centuries. Packing everything on their backs, pilgrims hike from town to town and make friends with fellow pilgrims along the way. Not only is it a physical feet (feat), it’s a spiritual journey, following in the footsteps of St. James to his resting place at the Cathedral de Compostela. Have you been on the Camino? Wear these as a remembrance of...

Growing up in a poor family in Italy, Padre Pio faced numerous health issues. He had a deep spirituality & decided at age 5 that he would dedicate his life to God. When he entered the Capuchin friars at age 15, he chose the name Pio after Pope Pius I whose relic he often saw at his local chapel. One day, while praying, he felt pain in his hands & feet, & saw the stigmata, the wounds of Christ, forming. The wounds bled, & continued to weep but never became infected & smelled of roses. This...

When you see the “A” & “M” intertwined you may think: Ave Maria, latin for Hail Mary, the words of honor the angel Gabriel used to first address the Virgin at the Annunciation. However, the original meaning of this Marian symbol represents the latin phrase, “Auspice Maria,” meaning, “under the protection of Mary.” In many Marian images, Mary is seen stomping on the head of the serpent, representing Satan. Wear these socks and remember to call upon Mary to protect you from the attacks of the...