{"product_id":"st-benedict-cross-prayer-card","title":"St. Benedict Crucifix Medal with 24\" Chain \u0026 Prayer Card","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSt. Benedict Crucifix Medal with 24\" Chain \u0026amp; Prayer Card – Silver Tone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most powerful sacramentals in the Catholic tradition, the St. Benedict crucifix has been worn by the faithful for centuries as a symbol of protection, faith, and the victory of Christ over evil. This beautifully crafted pewter crucifix from \u003cstrong\u003eMcVan\u003c\/strong\u003e features the iconic St. Benedict medal design — bearing the cross, the medal’s Latin inscriptions, and the initials of the Vade Retro Satana prayer — and arrives on a 24\" silver tone chain with a laminated holy card. On the reverse of the card, the full \u003cem\u003ePrayer to St. Benedict for Protection\u003c\/em\u003e invites the intercession of the great monastic saint over home, family, and workplace. Made in the USA of non-tarnishing pewter, it is a meaningful gift for any occasion of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✝️ St. Benedict Crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures the iconic St. Benedict medal design with cross, Latin inscriptions, and Vade Retro Satana initials\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Prayer for Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLaminated holy card includes the full Prayer to St. Benedict for Protection — for home, family, and workplace\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🇺🇸 Made in USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted of non-tarnishing pewter by McVan, a trusted American religious goods manufacturer\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🎁 Gift-Ready Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for Confirmation, housewarming, sympathy, or any occasion calling for spiritual protection and blessing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;max-width:600px;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"min-width:300px;border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eChain Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e24\" silver tone chain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003ePewter (non-tarnishing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSilver tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003ePrayer Card\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eLaminated holy card with Prayer to St. Benedict for Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCrucifix medal, 24\" chain, laminated prayer card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003ePSD9078\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCatholic Faith Store\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the significance of the St. Benedict medal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St. Benedict medal is one of the oldest and most widely used sacramentals in the Catholic Church, dating back to the 11th century. It bears the cross of St. Benedict, the letters C.S.P.B. (Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti — the Cross of the Holy Father Benedict), and the initials of the \u003cem\u003eVade Retro Satana\u003c\/em\u003e prayer, invoking protection against evil and temptation. It is worn as a sign of trust in God’s protection through the intercession of St. Benedict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Prayer to St. Benedict for Protection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prayer on the included holy card asks St. Benedict to intercede for protection over the wearer, their loved ones, home, property, and workplace — that they may never be separated from Jesus, Mary, and the saints, and may be delivered from temptation, spiritual oppression, physical ills, and disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat occasions is this set appropriate for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis crucifix and prayer card set makes a meaningful gift for Confirmation, housewarming, sympathy, illness recovery, or any occasion where spiritual protection and blessing are sought. It is also a popular choice for new homes, new beginnings, and times of personal difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a crucifix or a medal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a St. Benedict \u003cem\u003ecrucifix\u003c\/em\u003e — a cross bearing the corpus of Christ — incorporating the St. Benedict medal design on the cross arms and reverse. It differs from a flat St. Benedict medal in that it is a three-dimensional crucifix pendant worn on a chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the size and material of the crucifix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crucifix is crafted of non-tarnishing pewter in a silver tone finish and arrives on a 24\" silver tone chain. For precise dimensions, please refer to the product images or contact us directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CFS Warehouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52198881001703,"sku":"PSD9078","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/5636\/1703\/files\/PSD9078__43130.jpg?v=1781306784","url":"https:\/\/www.catholicfaithstore.com\/products\/st-benedict-cross-prayer-card","provider":"Catholic Faith Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}