St. Barbara Candle Service

Join our St. Barbara Candle Service to honor this fearless saint and call upon her powerful intercession for strength, protection, and unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges, overcoming abuse, or seeking courage to stand firm in your convictions, this sacred ritual is designed to uplift and empower you.

St. Barbara, a steadfast symbol of bravery and faith, overcame immense hardship with unshakable resolve. Her legacy inspires hope and serves as a guiding light for those who feel overwhelmed by life’s storms. This candle service harnesses her divine energy to surround you with protection, amplify your inner strength, and infuse your spirit with courage.

What’s Included in the Service:

• A personalized candle consecrated and lit in honor of St. Barbara, serving as a vessel for your prayers and intentions.
• A video of your candle’s lighting ceremony, allowing you to witness this sacred moment.
  

Ideal for:

• Those seeking protection from harm or sudden misfortune.
• Individuals overcoming abuse, trauma, or oppression.
• Anyone desiring inner strength, courage, and fearlessness to face life’s challenges.

Through this powerful ritual, allow St. Barbara to shield you from harm, inspire resilience, and guide you toward triumph over adversity. Let her unwavering spirit illuminate your path, helping you reclaim your strength and confidence.

Each candle purchased requires a 3 sentence petition. Once purchased, you will be contacted for your petition(s) or you can submit your petition via the submission box on the cart page. Each candle is a 7 day candle. 

All purchased candle glass reading videos are sent to participants within 7-10 business days. Videos of candles being lit and prayed over with the participant's petition(s) will be sent on the evening of the candle service (December 4th).

Read below for her full story.

The Story of St. Barbara: A Patron of Strength, Courage, and Protection

St. Barbara’s story is one of resilience, faith, and ultimate triumph over adversity, making her a powerful intercessor for those seeking strength, courage, and fearlessness. She lived during the 3rd century in what is now modern-day Turkey, a time when Christianity was heavily persecuted.

Barbara was born to a wealthy pagan father, Dioscorus, who was fiercely protective and controlling. He confined her to a tower to shield her from the outside world and to keep her from the Christian faith. Despite his efforts, Barbara secretly converted to Christianity, drawn to its teachings of love and salvation.

Her devotion became apparent when she instructed the builders of her tower to include three windows instead of two, symbolizing the Holy Trinity. When Dioscorus discovered her faith, he was enraged. He subjected her to brutal abuse and handed her over to Roman authorities, who tortured her in an attempt to force her to renounce her beliefs. Barbara, however, remained steadfast, refusing to abandon her faith.

In a final act of cruelty, Dioscorus himself executed her by beheading. Yet, his punishment was swift; as he descended from the execution site, he was struck and killed by a bolt of lightning. This divine retribution highlighted Barbara’s sanctity and the power of her intercession.

Today, St. Barbara is venerated as a protector against storms, lightning, and sudden death. She is also a beacon of hope for those enduring abuse, oppression, or challenging circumstances, offering her powerful intercession for courage, resilience, and unwavering faith in the face of adversity. Her life inspires countless people to persevere and find strength through faith, even in their darkest moments.

St. Barbara reminds us that even in the harshest trials, divine justice and support are near, making her a cherished advocate for the abused and those seeking inner strength.