A birthday, graduation or wedding is the perfect time to pamper your loved one with a gift from the heart, but sometimes you want to go beyond the typical piece of jewelry, clothing or other accessories. If you’re seeking a spiritual gift, Indianapolis offers a few small businesses that sell religious trinkets, apparel and more.
Following are some local shops to find religious gifts, as well as a few online stores to order items.
Local stores
Angels’ Corner Religious Gift Shop
Shoppers living on the Southside of the city can enjoy religious gifts and items at Angels’ Corner Religious Gift Shop in Southport. Jewelry, crosses, music, statues, books and sacraments can be purchased both online and in store. Owners want web shoppers to know the website’s collection is only of the top 100 most popular items. To view new items, customers are recommended to visit the store.
For more information, visit Angels-corner.com or visit the store at 2316 E. Southport Road.
Krieg Brothers Religious Supply
Krieg Brothers Religious Supply invites city dwellers to shop small while roaming the streets of downtown. According to the business’ Facebook page, the store was founded in 1892 and is now re-opened under new ownership. Krieg Brothers’ provide retail services to churches and individuals, while selling candles, choir robes, clerical shirts, clergy collars, clerical apparel, holy cards, rosaries, palms, religious accessories, and more. If shoppers are on the hunt for a specific item the shop does not carry, they will help connect buyers with similar suppliers.
For more information, visit Facebook.com/kriegreligioussupplyhouse or visit the store at 119 S. Meridian St.
The Celtic Cross Catholic Gift Shop
Purchase framed paintings, plaques a variety of books, crosses, jewelry and more at The Celtic Cross Catholic Gift Shop located on Indy’s Northside. The shop also sells DVDs, music and seasonal items for Christmas, Advent, Easter and Lent. The shop’s mission is “to offer quality Catholic gifts for all occasions at an excellent value and with unsurpassed customer service.”
For more information, visit Celticcrosscatholic.com or visit the store at 1512 W. 86th St.
Online stores
Faith Baby
After losing a child due to preterm birth, Stephanie McGuire rejoiced when she gave birth to her son Joshua. She thought it would be a great idea to have a little onesie or T-shirt that said “mommy’s answered prayers” to show the world “God does answer prayers.” Soon, Faith Baby was born and now sells trendy and one of a kind baby apparel. Some of the items read “God is epic,” “Blessed with game,” and “Heaven sent.” Faith Baby also sells a variety of ruffled bottoms for girls and denim diaper covers for boys, other gifts and clothing for baptisms and dedications.
For more information, visit Faithbaby.com.
JCLU Forever
JCLU Forever is known for their trendy and modern looking religious clothing. Women can purchase T-shirts that read “I like church boys,” and “God gets the Glory” while men can sport “God First Bro” and “Earth is now, Heaven is forever.” The company’s goal is to make spreading faith fun with cool designs and sports-themed mottos like “Keep calm and pray on” and SWAG (Saved With Amazing Grace).
For more information, visit JCLUforever.com.
Malachi Clothing
Purchase tote bags, throw pillows, apparel, mugs and other accessories at Malachiclothing.com. The “Coffee & Jesus” mug is perfect for early mornings and the “Pray” throw pillow can be a quick reminder throughout the day. Not only can men and women clothing be bought, kids clothes are also for sale like the “Kingdom Kid” T-shirt and sweatshirt.
For more information, visit Malachiclothing.com.
Religious Expressions
Make a statement of faith, order customized jewelry and sport your favorite Scripture on your cell phone case by purchasing items from Religiousexpressions.com. The online shop sells men and women apparel while also priding themselves on ministry. The company website states, “While Religious Expressions is a business, ministry is our first priority and our mission is to share the gift of salvation to all we encounter. Need encouragement? Need prayer? Religious Expression is here for you!”
For more information, visit Religiousexpressions.com.
