Basilica San Giovanni in Laterano PleinAir2023

Basilica San Giovanni in Laterano PleinAir2023The last time I was in Rome I wasn't able to go inside this papal basilica so it was extra special to be able to enter this year through the holy door! 6x8in, watercolor

It's pretty cool how icons take us out of the natural world (i

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Cecilia was a noble Roman woman who dedicated her virginity to God

An original icon of Blessed Rani Maria from our February Prayer Card Club

" composed extensive hymns (Madrashe) praising Mary and defending her role as the Mother of God

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On its pages we also see the final verse she read on the day of her martyrdom

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reminding us of her martyrdom at the age of 19 and the true shape of her victory

This was a fun piece to sketch since the street was closed for the graduation parade and gave me an awesome vantage point and view of the church (as well as some fun conversations with pedestrians

This reminds us that Christ is the true light and source of all wisdom