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Labora Scented Candle – Fir, Cedarwood & Spruce | 5.5 oz Coconut Soy Wax | Made in USA

SKU: 70118
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Labora Scented Candle – Fir, Cedarwood & Spruce | 5.5 oz | Hand-Poured at Conception Abbey

The ancient Benedictine motto Ora et Labora — pray and work — calls us to find the sacred in the everyday. The Labora Scented Candle was born from that call. Its fragrance is the forest at its most honest: the sharp clarity of fir, the warm depth of cedarwood, and the cool bite of spruce. Together they create a scent that doesn't distract — it anchors. Whether you're settling into focused work, entering a time of quiet prayer, or simply need a moment to breathe, Labora fills the room with the kind of stillness that only nature can offer. Hand-poured by the Benedictine monks of Conception Abbey in Conception, Missouri, every candle is a small act of purposeful craft.

🌲 Forest-Inspired Fragrance

Crisp fir, warm cedarwood, and cool spruce — a grounding woodland scent that sharpens focus and quiets the mind.

🌿 Clean-Burning Wax Blend

Coconut & soy wax burns cleaner and longer than paraffin — no harsh chemicals, just a steady, even flame.

✝️ Made at Conception Abbey

Crafted by Benedictine monks in Conception, MO — a living expression of ora et labora, prayer and purposeful work.

🎁 A Thoughtful Catholic Gift

Ideal for Confirmation, graduation, Father's Day, RCIA, or any occasion calling for a meaningful, faith-rooted gift.

Specifications

Net Weight 5.5 oz (156 g)
Wax Type Coconut & Soy Wax Blend
Fragrance Fir, Cedarwood & Spruce
Pour Method Hand-poured
SKU 70118
Origin Made in USA
Sold by Catholic Faith Store

Candle Care & Safety Instructions

Trim Wick Trim to 1/8"–1/4" before every lighting
First Burn Burn 3–4 hours initially to prevent tunneling
Max Burn Time Do not burn more than 4 hours at a time
Supervision Never burn unattended
Placement Heat-resistant surface; away from drafts, debris, children, pets & combustibles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Labora smell like?

Labora is a crisp, woodsy fragrance built around fir, cedarwood, and spruce. Think of a quiet walk through an evergreen forest — clean, grounding, and naturally calming. It's not sweet or floral; it's the scent of focused stillness.

What does Labora mean?

Labora is Latin for "work" and is the second half of the Benedictine motto Ora et Labora — "Pray and Work." The name reflects the monks' belief that diligent, purposeful work is itself a form of prayer and worship.

Why coconut and soy wax?

Coconut and soy wax are plant-based alternatives to paraffin that burn cleaner, produce less soot, and carry fragrance more evenly. They also tend to have a longer burn life, so you get more hours of enjoyment from each candle.

Who makes this candle?

The Labora candle is hand-poured by the Benedictine monks of Conception Abbey in Conception, Missouri. Their candle-making is a direct expression of monastic life — each pour a quiet act of prayer and craft.

Is this a good gift for a Catholic man?

Yes — Labora's woodsy, grounding scent makes it one of our most popular choices for men. It's a natural fit for Father's Day, Confirmation, graduation, or any occasion where you want a gift that's both practical and spiritually meaningful.