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This beautifully crafted medal is really like a little sterling silver
portrait! It is cast in exquisite detail and includes the saint's name in raised lettering encircling the image. This 3/4" sterling silver medal and its companion 18" stainless steel chain come in a classic hinged jewelry box, ready to become a classic gift!
About St. Jane . . . Jane was born to nobility on January 28, 1572, the daughter of the president of the Parliment of Burgundy who raised her alone after the death of her mother when Jane was 18 months old. Married in 1592 at age 20 to Baron de Chantal. What a way to start a marriage! Jane no sooner arrived at her new home then she discovered she might lose it. Her husband, Christophe, had not only inherited the title of baron but enormous debts as well. But Jane had not come to the marriage empty-handed. She brought with her a deep faith instilled by her father who made daily religious discussion fun, allowing the children to talk about anything -- even controversial topics. She took charge by personally organizing and supervising every detail of the estate, a method which not only brought the finances under control but won her employees' hearts as well. Despite the early financial worries, she and her husband shared "one heart and one soul." They were devoted to each other and to their four children. Her happiness was shattered when Christophe was killed in a hunting accident. Her troubles opened her heart to her longing for God and she sought God in prayer and a deepening spiritual life. Her commitment to God impressed St. Francis de Sales, the bishop who became her director and best friend. With Francis' support, Jane founded the Visitation order for women who were rejected by other orders because of poor health or age. She even accepted a woman who was 83 years old. When people criticized her, she said, "What do you want me to do? I like sick people myself; I'm on their side." She believed that people should have a chance to live their calling regardless of their health. Still a devoted mother, she was constantly concerned about the materialistic ways of one of her daughters. Her daughter finally asked her for spiritual direction as did many others, including an ambassador and her brother, an archbishop. Her advice always reflected her very gentle and loving approach to spirituality. She died in 1641, at the age of 69.
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