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Exclusive Pope Leo XIV Painting: Q&A With Artist Julia Hetzel

Exclusive Pope Leo XIV Painting: Q&A With Artist Julia Hetzel

Last week, the Universal Church gathered as white smoke rose from the Vatican. It’s hard to put into words the joy and unity of that moment—especially for us as Americans. For the first time in his...

Why Catholics Have Statues (And 5 Reasons You Should, Too)

Why Catholics Have Statues (And 5 Reasons You Should, Too)

Throughout the history of Christianity, the Church has used art to tell her stories, teach the Faith, and educate the faithful. Stained glass windows, icons, paintings, and statues were the most ...

5 Ways a Famous Catholic Painting Inspired Us at The Catholic Company

5 Ways a Famous Catholic Painting Inspired Us at The Catholic Company

There is something truly transcendent about the beloved Catholic painting The Coronation of the Virgin by Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez. What's so special about the painting, and how did it ...