Large Black Wood St. Michael Rosary | Capped O.F. Beads | Made in Italy
Built for hands that need a substantial, easy-to-grip rosary, this large black wood St. Michael rosary delivers a full-sized prayer tool with capped Our Father beads and a classic Italian construction. The oversized beads make each decade easy to count by touch alone — a critical feature for elderly Catholics in nursing homes, those with limited dexterity, or anyone who prays the Rosary in low light. This is a St. Michael rosary designed for daily use, not display, and it arrives on a hang card ready to gift or distribute.
St. Michael the Archangel is one of the three archangels named in Sacred Scripture and holds a singular place in Catholic devotion as the defender of the Church against evil. His name in Hebrew — "Mi-ka-el" — means "Who is like God?" — a battle cry against the pride of Satan. Catholics invoke St. Michael for protection, courage, and spiritual warfare, drawing on Revelation 12:7, which describes Michael leading the heavenly armies against the dragon. Pope Leo XIII composed the famous Prayer to St. Michael in 1886 after a vision, and the prayer was recited after every Low Mass until 1964. Pairing a Rosary — the great Marian prayer of spiritual combat — with the intercession of St. Michael places this devotional object squarely in the tradition of Catholic spiritual protection.
Product Details
- Material: Large black wood beads with capped Our Father beads
- Bead Style: Oversized — designed for ease of grip and tactile counting
- Saint: St. Michael the Archangel
- Construction: Traditional linked rosary construction with capped O.F. beads
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Packaging: Comes on a hang card
- Recommended Use: Nursing homes, hospital ministry, parish distribution, personal prayer
- SKU: P614C
- UPC: 735365565740
This large black wood St. Michael rosary is a practical and meaningful gift for a wide range of Catholic occasions — from nursing home ministry and hospital visits to Confirmation gifts and RCIA welcome packages. Its oversized beads and durable Italian construction make it especially appropriate for elderly recipients or anyone beginning a regular Rosary practice. Pair it with a rosary case to protect it between prayer sessions, or add a patron saint medal for a complete St. Michael devotional gift. It also works beautifully as a Confirmation gift for young men drawn to the warrior archangel.
St. Michael the Archangel — Patron of the Church and Spiritual Combat
Devotion to St. Michael stretches back to the earliest centuries of Christianity, with shrines dedicated to him appearing across Europe by the fifth century. The Church recognizes St. Michael in four distinct roles: warrior against Satan, rescuer of souls at the hour of death, champion of God's people, and guardian of the Church. His feast day, September 29 — shared with Sts. Gabriel and Raphael — is known as Michaelmas and has been celebrated in the Western Church since at least the sixth century. The Catechism of the Catholic Church affirms the existence and ministry of angels (CCC 328-336), and St. Michael stands as the most prominent of all angelic figures in Catholic tradition. Praying the Rosary under the patronage of St. Michael unites two of the most powerful devotional traditions in the Church — the Marian prayer of the Rosary and the angelic intercession of heaven's greatest warrior.
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Large Black Wood St. Michael Rosary | Capped O.F. Beads | Made in Italy
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All other products are covered by our standard 60-day return policy.
Questions?
Our Address
Rosarycard.net
3308 Ogle Drive
Cary, NC 27518
Return & Refund Policy
60-Day Money Back Guarantee
We stand behind every item we sell. If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 60 days of shipment for a full refund or exchange — no questions asked. We do not charge a restocking fee.
Free Returns
We pay for return shipping on all eligible returns for U.S. customers. Free returns are limited to three per customer.
How to Return an Item
- Contact our Customer Service department at 1-800-741-7754.
- Let us know you wish to return your order.
- Within one business day, we will email you a pre-paid USPS return label with packaging instructions.
- Take your package with the return label to your nearest Post Office and mail it back to us.
- Your return should arrive at our office within 2–4 business days (excludes weekends and holidays).
- Refunds are processed within two weeks and issued to your original payment method.
Condition of Returned Items
Returned merchandise must be undamaged and in new, unused condition. Items showing signs of wear or alteration will not be accepted.
Exceptions
The following items cannot be returned for a refund:
- 14KT solid gold jewelry — this jewelry is cast to order and cannot be returned unless defective. Defective solid gold jewelry will be exchanged at our expense.
- Special orders — custom and special order items are not returnable.
Gold-filled jewelry can be returned under our standard 60-day policy.
Exchanges
If you would like to exchange an item, follow the same return process above. Once we receive your return, we will ship the replacement item to you.
Lifetime Guarantee
All Bliss Manufacturing jewelry — including patron saint medals, sterling silver, gold-filled, and 14KT gold pieces — is covered by a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. Should any Bliss item tarnish or have defects, we will repair or replace it at our expense. If the item is no longer in stock, we will either replace it with a like item or issue a full refund.
All other products are covered by our standard 60-day return policy.
Questions?
Our Address
Rosarycard.net
3308 Ogle Drive
Cary, NC 27518
Frequently Asked Questions
How large are the beads on this black wood St. Michael rosary?
The beads on this rosary are intentionally oversized — larger than a standard rosary bead — making them easy to grip and count by touch alone. The Our Father beads are capped, giving them a distinct feel that helps the person praying keep their place in each decade without looking down. This construction is especially practical for elderly Catholics or anyone with limited hand dexterity.
Is this a good rosary to buy at a catholic religious goods store for nursing home ministry?
Yes, this large black wood St. Michael rosary is specifically well-suited for nursing home ministry and hospital distribution. The oversized beads are easy to hold and count for those with arthritis or reduced grip strength, and the hang card packaging makes it simple to hand out individually. Its durable Italian construction means it holds up to daily use without requiring delicate handling.
What is the Catholic significance of St. Michael the Archangel on a rosary?
St. Michael the Archangel is the Church's great defender against evil, named in Scripture in Revelation 12:7 as the leader of heaven's armies against Satan. Catholics invoke his intercession for protection, courage, and strength in spiritual combat. Pairing his image with the Rosary — itself a powerful Marian prayer of spiritual warfare — places this devotional object in a deep tradition of Catholic protection. Pope Leo XIII composed the Prayer to St. Michael in 1886, and it was prayed after every Low Mass for nearly a century.
Is this black wood rosary a good catholic gift for confirmation?
Yes, this St. Michael rosary is a strong choice as a Catholic gift for Confirmation, particularly for young men who connect with the image of St. Michael as a warrior for the faith. Confirmation is the sacrament in which Catholics receive the fullness of the Holy Spirit and are called to defend and live the faith — themes that align directly with St. Michael's role as protector of the Church. The durable Italian construction and oversized beads make it a rosary built to last through years of daily prayer.
Can a priest bless this rosary, and how should I care for the wood beads?
Yes, any Catholic priest can bless this rosary, and doing so is encouraged — a blessed rosary becomes a sacramental, a sacred object set apart for prayer and spiritual protection. To care for the black wood beads, avoid prolonged exposure to water or moisture, which can cause wood to swell or crack over time. Store the rosary in a rosary case or pouch when not in use to protect the beads and links from snagging or tangling.
Does this rosary come in gift packaging, and how long does shipping take?
This rosary comes on a hang card, making it easy to present as a gift or distribute in a ministry setting without additional packaging. Orders ship within 1-2 business days, and free shipping applies to all U.S. orders over $40. For questions about this product or bulk ministry orders, call 1-800-741-7754 or email sales@rosarycard.net.
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