History
Stephen was born into an important
Hungarian family. After succeeding his father as chieftain, he did what he could
to spread Christianity throughout his country. He helped bishops build churches
and fought against a pagan movement that was working against Christianity.
Eventually, Stephen became the king of Hungary, crowned by Pope Sylvester II.
In fact, Stephen’s crown,
The Hungarian Flag still used Saint Stephen the Great's crown as late as the 20th Century. |
Activity
Saint Stephen the Great’s crown
showed people that he was the king of Hungary, but because it had a cross, it
also showed his devotion to Cross. Today, use card stock to make your own
crown. Divide 11” x 17” yellow or gold card stock in half lengthwise. Cut one
long edge in any shapes you like, but make sure there is a cross in the center,
like Saint Stephen’s. Decorate your cross and then tape the ends together so it
fits your head.
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