St. Ingrid was born in Skanninge, Sweden in the 13th century. Her spiritual directer was Father Peter of Dacia, a Dominican priest.
Ingrid married young. However, she became a widow when her husband died. After a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, she gave all her possessions to God and became the first Dominican Nun in Sweden. She also founded the first Dominican cloister in Sweden.
St. Ingrid was known for her holiness. When she died in 1282, many miracles occurred, causing a cult to form calling for her to be named a saint. The canonization process was begun in 1405 but formal canonization never occurred. She is regarded a saint by many and has her feast day listed on the liturgical calendar.
Why should we mourn when those who have left us have suffered no loss, but have rather gained all? Instead of earthly life they have gained eternal life; they have exchanged a house on earth for a heavenly mansion; in place of the world they have found God.
Quote of Bl. Ildefonso Schuster
September is the Month of Our Sorrowful Mother
Would love to hear more about St Ingrid and Would like to see if there is a St Ingrid medal out there
HI Debbie,
There are lots of St Ingrid Medals. I find them allover. I make chaplets and rosaries. I am always looking for different saints. Feel Free to reach out and I can point you in the right direction.
Perhaps she is listed in the book St. Dominic’s Family. It tells of 300 famous Dominican saints. I have only been able to find medals on E bay. Thank you for your interest.
. Vicki
HI Vicki,
I make Chaplets and Rosaries. I see where people are looking for medals. I am always looking for new ones that I do not have. I saw the post regarding St Ingrid. I know where to get the expensive medals and inexpensive medals. I have a guy who will make cabochons for those medals you can not find as an option. If anyone needs help finding the medals feel free to reach out. I know the struggle. Lol. Also have info for a few magnificent sites for prayers. Thanks, Stacy