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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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What did Jesus look like? A contemporary description
Artists, saints, and all the faithful have wondered through the centuries: What did Jesus look like? And what was it like to be around him?Read More About What did Jesus look like? A contemporary description » -
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 About Pysanky: The Fine Art of Easter Egg Painting » -
Pass the Bowl of Angels, Please
A Super Bowl posting about the first Hail Mary pass and the holy origin of … pretzels!Read More About Pass the Bowl of Angels, Please » -
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 About The History & Symbolism of Iconography » -
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 About How an Icon is Created » -
The Story of the Byzantine Crucifix
A "sermon in color," this elaborate image will enrich your understanding of the Crucifixion.Read More About The Story of the Byzantine Crucifix » -
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 About Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Holy Virgin's Miraculous Self-Portrait » -
Did She Say Guadalupe?
How did Our Lady really identify herself to St. Juan Diego?Read More About Did She Say Guadalupe? » -
Lost, Found, and Crowned
The Story of the Most Famous Icon of the Virgin MaryRead More About Lost, Found, and Crowned » -
Who Wrote the Prayer of Saint Francis?
One of the most famous and beloved prayers, the Prayer of Saint Francis is attributed to...Saint Francis. But was he really the author?Read More About Who Wrote the Prayer of Saint Francis? »
