Viva Cristo Rey - St José Sánchez del Río Youth T-Shirt
Wear the incredible witness of this young Cristeros martyr with this venerating shirt.
In the 1920s, the Mexican government set out to pass laws explicitly against Catholicism, especially the clergy. With a fervent drive to uphold their faith, their culture, and their country, several citizens of Mexico rose up to form and join La Cristiada—the Cristeros rebellion. Initially a peaceful peasant uprising, violence mounted between the government and La Cristiada. "Viva Cristo Rey" is remembered as the rallying cry for the faithful revolutionaries, which translates to "Long live Christ, the King," in English. Several members of La Cristiada have been called and canonized martyrs and Saints, including the October 26, 2016 canonization of Saint Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio. 14 year old Jose Sanchez's feet were cut open by his captors and made to walk the rough road toward the graveyard. During this torture, the soldiers struck Jose Sanchez, who would strike back with the Cristeros' cry "Viva Cristo Rey!" The soldiers coaxed Jose Sanchez to denounce Christ the King by promising to cease the torture and give him back to his family. Jose proclaimed his faith in his Heavenly King all the more, and forgave his cruel captors. Aggravated by his resolve, the soldiers finally shot the young boy in the head after showing him his own grave. Expressing hope to see his killers in Heaven, Saint Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio is a tremendous example of resolute Christian love.
Extend the testimony of St. Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio to others, regularly regain your inspiration from St. Jose, or exercise generosity by giving a friend the gift of St. Jose's witness with this That One Sheep shirt.
Product Info
Sizing Info
- Body Length at Back: Measured from the high point shoulder to the finished hem at the back.
- Chest Width: Measured across the chest, one inch below the armhole when laid flat.
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: Measure from the center back of the neck to the shoulder point, then to the sleeve hem.
XS
- Body Length at Back: 18 inches
- Chest Width: 14 inches
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: 11 1/2 inches
S
- Body Length at Back: 20 1/2 inches
- Chest Width: 16 inches
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: 13 1/2 inches
M
- Body Length at Back: 22 inches
- Chest Width: 17 inches
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: 14 1/2 inches
L
- Body Length at Back: 23 1/2 inches
- Chest Width: 18 inches
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: 15 1/2 inches
XL
- Body Length at Back: 25 inches
- Chest Width: 19 inches
- Sleeve Length from Center Back: 16 1/2 inches
Product Details
- 4.5-ounce, 100% ring spun US cotton
- 90/10 ring spun cotton/poly (Sport Grey)
- 65/35 poly/ring spun cotton (Dark Heather, Heather Navy, Heather Royal)
- Seamless double-needle ¾” neck
- Taped neck and shoulders
- Modern classic fit, seamless body (Side seam on size XS)
- Double-needle sleeves and hem
- Recycled, high-performing black tear-away label
- Wash Use a mild, non-bleach detergent and wash in cold or lukewarm water on a gentle cycle. You can hand wash or machine wash, but if you machine wash, wash inside out with similar colors.
- Dry Air dry or tumble dry on low heat. Avoid over-drying to prevent shrinkage. Remove from the dryer as soon as it's dry to prevent wrinkles.
- Iron Iron at low to medium heat. If you're ironing an embroidered shirt, it's recommended to hand wash it.
- Store Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Avoid Avoid fabric softeners, which can leave a residue that affects the fabric's breathability and absorbency. Hot water can also shrink pure cotton and cause dye to leak.
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