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    Patron Saint :
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  • St. Barnabas

    Click these links for information about St. Barnabas:
  • Patron Saints Index - Profile of St. Barnabas the Apostle.
  • James Kiefer's Christian Biographies - St. Barnabas the Apostle. With prayer in traditional and contemporary language.
  • Acts of Barnabas - Fifth-century work tells of Barnabas's journey to Cyprus and martyrdom at Salamis. From the Ante-Nicene Fathers (American edition), vol. 8. In HTML, with notes, at Christian Classics Ethereal Library.
  • Catholic Encyclopedia - St. Barnabas, originally called Joseph, missionary, called an Apostle.
  • For All the Saints - Biographical portrait of St. Barnabas.
  • Anglican Chaplet of St. Barnabas
    (based on Lectionary Lessons)

    Cross:   This is what God the LORD says- he who created the heavens and stretched them out, who spread out the earth and all that comes out of it, who gives breath to its people, and life to those who walk on it: "I, the LORD , have called you in righteousness; I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and will make you to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles, to open eyes that are blind, to free captives from prison and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness. "I am the LORD ; that is my name! I will not give my glory to another or my praise to idols. See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you." Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise from the ends of the earth, you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it, you islands, and all who live in them. Let the desert and its towns raise their voices; let the settlements where Kedar lives rejoice. Let the people of Sela sing for joy; let them shout from the mountaintops. Let them give glory to the LORD and proclaim his praise in the islands. -- Isaiah 42:5-12

    Invitatory Bead:  Grant, O God, that we may follow the example of your faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown but the well-being of your Church, gave generously of his life and substance for the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

    Cruciform Bead:  Praise the LORD .

    Week Beads:  Psalm 112:1-7
    1st:  Blessed is the man who fears the LORD , who finds great delight in his commands.
    2nd:  His children will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
    3rd:  Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever.
    4th:  Even in darkness light dawns for the upright, for the gracious and compassionate and righteous man.
    5th:  Good will come to him who is generous and lends freely, who conducts his affairs with justice.
    6th:  Surely he will never be shaken; a righteous man will be remembered forever.
    7th:  He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD .

    Exit Cross:   As you go, preach this message: 'The kingdom of heaven is near.' Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received, freely give. Do not take along any gold or silver or copper in your belts; take no bag for the journey, or extra tunic, or sandals or a staff; for the worker is worth his keep. "Whatever town or village you enter, search for some worthy person there and stay at his house until you leave. As you enter the home, give it your greeting. If the home is deserving, let your peace rest on it; if it is not, let your peace return to you. If anyone will not welcome you or listen to your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town. I tell you the truth, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. -- Matthew 10:7-16


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    Item No: St. Barnabas 01
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    This Ecumenical Prayer Chaplet in honor of St. Barnabas is made with Silver Leaf Agate stone beads and a pewter cross.  The large stones are separated by silver rounds and small hearts carved from Silver Leaf Agate.  Symbols associated with St. Barnabas - a book and stones - are attached at the cross.


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    Item No: St. Barnabas 02
    Price:  $42.99
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    This Ecumenical Prayer Chaplet in honor of St. Barnabas is made with Red Jasper stone beads and a hand-painted, resin, Milano Crucifix.  The large stones are separated by gold rounds and small Red Jasper beads.  Two gold plated stones with the words "Peace" and "Love" are attached at the cross.  A small heart, carved from Red Jasper, is placed between the Invitatory and Cruciform beads, symbolizing God's Love.