St. Veronica

Veronica was a pious woman of Jerusalem in the first Century AD. According to Roman Catholic tradition she used her veil to wipe the blood and sweat from Jesus’ face when he was carrying his cross to Calvary. The veil immediately became imprinted with an image of Jesus’ face. This image on the veil can be seen in artistic renditions of St. Veronica in stained glass windows where she is holding up the veil. Another symbol for her is the crown of thorns which she is seen carrying in some liturgical art works. The veil is preserved as a relic in St. Peter’s Cathedral, and St. Veronica’s act of charity is commemorated in the Stations of the Cross. She is honored with a feast day on July 12th, and there are at least ten Catholic churches named after St. Veronica in the USA. She is the patron saint of photographers and laundry workers. Would you like to redecorate your church with a stained glass window or door panel of St. Veronica? If so, we will be happy to help you find what you are looking for. Please contact us for further assistance.