Mater Dei Shop

What inspired you to start this business?

I love being able to share my faith and help others the same through beautiful jewelry and rosaries, and recently apparel as well. I am honored that many have shared my jewelry with others as gifts. I don't think there's any better way to "express yourself" as there is when it is rooted in our full and rich Catholic faith!

How does your faith shape your work?

It's the basis of everything that I create, whether it's literal or symbolic. Everything holds a story. Whether it's loved by everyone or by no one, many times the ideas come to me through inspiration or inquires and I assume it all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit!

What's a favorite patron saint or scripture?

Saint Agnes has held a special place in my heart for decades once I learned of her steadfast faith and perseverance and the ways that God protected her. I have a couple favorite scripture verses from God's reminder that "The Lord will fight for you, you need only be still." (Exodus 14:14), to "Talitha koum"- "little girl, I say to you arise." (Mark 5:41), and finally "There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear..." 1 John 4:18.

What's one thing you'd like customers to know?

I put a lot of love in to the pieces I put together and I'm so grateful for my tiny little business, the creative outlet that it gives me, and the way that it allows me to serve others. I strive for everything that I put out in to the hands of others to be good quality and I hope that if there is ever anything wrong to be able to make it right. I'm still pretty new to this business (just over 3 years) and learning more every day.