1910s - 2 twoVintage Catholic Holy Cards - First Communion - Good Shepherd - Religious Ephemera - Devotional Keepsakes

These two antique religious holy cards offer a captivating glimpse into early 20th-century devotional practices, specifically from the 1910s.

The first card beautifully portrays Jesus as the Good Shepherd, gently cradling a lamb amidst a serene pastoral setting. Its French inscription reads: 'Jésus est Pasteur, toutes les âmes sont les brebis de son bercail, il les connaît et les aime toutes. (P. Monsabré.)' (Jesus is the Shepherd, all souls are the sheep of his fold, he knows them and loves them all. (P. Monsabré.)).

The second card features an illustration of Jesus administering communion to children, a tender scene often associated with First Communion celebrations. The Italian text on this card states: 'Accostatevi a Gesù, fanciulli. Credete, amate, sperate, ricevete e portate nel vostro Cuore il Signore e lasciate che in esso Egli regni per sempre. (Fénelon).' (Draw near to Jesus, children. Believe, love, hope, receive and carry the Lord in your Heart and let Him reign there forever. (Fénelon).