Sacred
The Call: Supper at Emmaus — Cheryl
When I began teaching my kids at home twelve years ago, I became interested in art history, and while I appreciate works from many different periods, I find myself especially drawn to painters who seem to be especially drawn to light and shadow: Caravaggio, Rembrandt, Vermeer. Of those three, it is Caravaggio and his sacred works, like “The Supper at Emmaus” (above) and “The Calling of St. Matthew,” that really attract me.
The Response: Advent Peace — Jessica
It’s been a dry couple of years for me, spiritually speaking. Daily distractions and obligations have pushed aside much of my sense of living in sacred time. Luckily, Mother Church has a remedy for that and this season especially, I am trying (with the help of much Grace) to put the sacred back at the center of my daily life.
Me too. There is something about his shadows that is so haunting. From his life story, I’m pretty sure he something about the dark.
Hey, cool other blog! I’ve got to go read more! : )
Lovely details from your Advent wreath, Jessica.
I know how you feel about spiritual dryness. I’ve been in a desert myself these past few years. There’s nothing to do but keep trying. ; )