“Icons raise the soul and mind to the realm of the spirit.” Photios Kontoglou, iconographer
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Browse this section to discover more about the lives of the saints, the meaning and history of icons, and unique articles on the role of Christianity in shaping history and our culture.
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Pysanky: The Fine Art of Easter Egg Painting
Watch this online video to see how egg artist S.J. LeBlond creates an Easter egg masterpiece in the classic Ukrainian tradition.Read More » -
Pass the Bowl of Angels, Please
A Super Bowl posting about the first Hail Mary pass and the holy origin of … pretzels!Read More » -
The History & Symbolism of Iconography
Who was the first iconographer and what were the first subjects for iconography? Learn about the birth and growth of this sacred art form, and the meaning and logic behind this stylized spiritual art.Read More » -
How an Icon is Painted
Follow the creation of Monastery Icons' image of Saint John the Baptist step by step, with description and photos.Read More » -
How an Icon is Created
To create this online video we photographed successive stages of the creation of a recent icon, a portrait of the Holy Family. This 1¾-minute video gives you a time-lapse overview of each stage as a window into heaven is opened before your eyes.Read More » -
"O Holy Night" Video
Inspired by the icon in the Grotto of the Nativity in Bethlehem, our new Nativity icon "O Holy Night" took several months to complete. But it will only take you two minutes to see the stages of its creation unfold in this online video.Read More » -
The Story of the Byzantine Crucifix
A "sermon in color," this elaborate image will enrich your understanding of the Crucifixion.Read More » -
Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Holy Virgin's Miraculous Self-Portrait
Discover the rich history behind a miraculous portrait that has survived 500 years.Read More » -
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The Virgin's Smile
The following is an account of the visit of Count de Bruissard to Saint Bernadette made just before the last apparition at Lourdes.Read More »
