Divine Baby Jesus - 3.25 inch Prayer Candle

Color : Pink Wax Dimensions: 3.25" height x 2.5" width What is the depiction of the Divine Baby Jesus candle? The Child Jesus stands with his arms open wide, a joyful infant eager to be raised up and held close to our hearts. His innocent, loving smile encourages us to trust in his goodwill for all the world. His pink tunic on the candle represents his love for the world while reminding us of the sacrifice he willingly makes.This depiction on the prayer candle of the Christ Child, dressed in a pink tunic, is based on the statue commissioned by Father John Rizzo in Colombia in 1925. Father Rizzo was charged with collecting donations for the construction of a new church in Bogota, but was reluctant to ask his neighbors, who lived in great poverty. When Father Rizzo knelt before an image of the Virgin Mary to ask for help, he also asked the Infant Jesus for strength and courage to fulfill his tasks. The child in his Mother’s arms seemed to open his arms wide and say, “Take me with you! I