Art and Faith

    A boy went from statue to statue, touching them and looking into their eyes. He was playing. Nearby, two women recited in unison a prayer. The location was a Catholic shrine in Massachusetts.
    Artwork is emphasized in the Catholic tradition. This shrine, for example, contained numerous statues and stained glass windows.
    Some critics believe The Church is wrong to feature art. Monies are better spent helping the poor.
    The early Christians emphasized simplicity. Statues weren't their thing. Why not follow their example?
    Because I believe that God approves of religious artworks.
    The photo was taken during a Catholic festival for Spanish speaking immigrants. Many of the attendees probably earned low incomes. They might be poor in money but they were rich with grace. The presence of statues encouraged their prayerfulness.
    Artwork nourishes faith in God.