The Feast of Saint Therese

by Sally Thomas

I didn’t know it until I started googling around this morning, but right now the relics of Saint Therese of Lisieux are touring the United Kingdom. Today she’s at York Minster; more about the itinerary here.Swine flu fears aside, if you’re in the neighborhood, go and say a prayer . . . . Continue Reading »

1 Oct 2009

Just Say Yes . . .

by Joseph Bottum

. . . to this Bible holder, also from Ethiopia:[Rating: 85 out of . . . . Continue Reading »

31 Jul 2009

I’ll Fly Away

by Joseph Bottum

What do you think, Sally? Would the younger kids in your house enjoy or employ NEW! Feather and Marabou Angel Wings?“Get ready for Christmas plays and other plays in your church group with these adorable Angel Wings,” the advertising copy at the crafts store says. But looking at these, . . . . Continue Reading »

22 Apr 2009

We Are Unable to Accept Shofars for Return

by Joseph Bottum

It would be named Oy Toys, wouldn’t it? Lest anyone think we seek out only Christian tastelessness here at Icons and Curiosities, behold, I bring you:The Basketball Menorah Wood Craft! Sports fans will love will love it, Oy Toys tells us. “Watch as the children transform nine raw wood . . . . Continue Reading »

22 Apr 2009