{"product_id":"st-father-miguel-pro-made-to-order-altar-piece-catholic-altar-decor-handmade-catholic-gift-copy","title":"St. Father Miguel Pro- MADE TO ORDER Altar Piece | Catholic Altar Decor | Handmade Catholic Gift (Copy)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlessed Miguel Agustín Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e (1891–1927)\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFather Miguel Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, was a Mexican Jesuit priest and martyr. He is celebrated for his courageous underground ministry during the fierce anti-Catholic persecution in Mexico under President Plutarco Elías Calles.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn into a devout family in Guadalupe, Zacatecas, Pro entered the Jesuits in 1911. Religious persecution forced him to complete his studies abroad in the United States, Spain, Nicaragua, and Belgium, where he was ordained in 1925. He returned to Mexico in 1926 and served the outlawed Church by secretly celebrating Mass, hearing confessions, and ministering to the faithful—often in disguise. Arrested on false charges of assassination, he was executed by firing squad without trial on November 23, 1927. Facing death with arms outstretched like Christ on the cross, his last words were “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” (“Long live Christ the King!”). He was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1988. His feast day is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNovember 23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Catholic altar decor is perfect for your home altar, prayer space, or as a meaningful Catholic gift. Each piece is carefully handmade, making every item unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePLEASE READ: Each handcrafted altar piece is made to order and does require 1-3 business days. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for those who love Catholic art and want to incorporate beauty and faith into their daily life, this St. Thérèse of Lisieux piece serves as a reminder that even the smallest acts done for God matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e- Handmade Catholic art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e- Perfect for home altar decor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e- Thoughtful Catholic gift idea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBring a touch of faith and beauty into your home with this one-of-a-kind devotional piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altar and Apparel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51380784955687,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/8284\/1127\/files\/F58CA898-715E-49D6-AF37-2CAACA858353.jpg?v=1778431570","url":"https:\/\/altarandapparel.com\/products\/st-father-miguel-pro-made-to-order-altar-piece-catholic-altar-decor-handmade-catholic-gift-copy","provider":"Altar and Apparel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}