The Impact of Sock Religious: How Catholic Socks Are Bringing Joy and Devotion to Many

Catholic Sock Company, Sock Religious, Steps Up Faith Game with Saintly Footwear

In a world where every detail of our outfit can make a statement, one Catholic company is taking it to the next level with their saintly socks. Sock Religious, based in Indianapolis, offers a wide array of socks featuring icons of saints and other Catholic figures, along with quotes or prayers on the sole. What started as a simple idea has now turned into a booming business that is not only bringing joy to customers but also spreading the message of faith.

The journey of Sock Religious began with a design of Pope Francis socks in 2017, which quickly sold out at the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis. Since then, the company has grown exponentially, now employing 22 people and selling to tens of thousands of customers. The founders, Scott and Elizabeth Williams and Madison Cipoletti, have seen their dream of manufacturing socks in the United States come to fruition, with a complete sock-knitting factory now in operation.

But Sock Religious is more than just a business; it has become a form of prayer and devotion for many of its customers. From wearing St. Michael socks for strength during a job interview to donning Mother Teresa socks for a day of volunteering, these socks have become a tangible reminder of the saints’ presence in everyday life. Some customers have even worn them through challenging times, like cancer treatments, or during childbirth.

The impact of Sock Religious goes beyond just the material realm. Customers have shared stories of divine intervention and spiritual experiences while wearing the socks. The company’s Padre Pio socks, with the message “Pray, hope and don’t worry,” launched during the Covid shutdown, providing comfort and reassurance to many during a difficult time.

As Sock Religious continues to expand its product line under the new brand name Catholic Concepts, the mission remains the same: to start conversations about the faith and bring more people to Christ. With a light-hearted approach to evangelization and a sense of humor that is contagious, the team at Sock Religious is spreading joy and positivity in a world that often lacks it.

In the words of Teresa of Ávila, “From silly devotions and sour-faced saints, good Lord, deliver us!” Sock Religious is certainly delivering on that request, one saintly sock at a time.