Item Details
Shrine of the Little Flower
| Format | Postcard |
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| Description | 2 pages |
| Language | English |
| City, State | Royal Oak, MI |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Subject | Fine Arts |
| Notes | First church in the world dedicated to Ste. Therese of Lisieux. Founded by Rev. Chas. E. Coughlin.Side-chapel dedicated to St. Sebastian, the Soldier Saint. The abundance of red marble in the floor reminds us of the blood of this martyr. Statue depicts him in his full vigor of manhood, body pierced by arrows, features manifesting defiance and courage. At his side lie the symbols of his calling, the cuirass and the shield. |
| Collection | James R. Tanis Collection of Church Postcards |
| Contributor | Princeton Theological Seminary |
| Rights |  Copyright Not EvaluatedDigitized collections are made accessible for purposes of education and research.
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