Word and Art with Bishop Dolan - Elijah and the Angel

On this 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Bishop John Dolan reflects on an image found in The Jewish Museum in New York entitled, “Elijah Touched by an Angel,” by famous Jewish expressionist painter, Marc Chagall, in this week’s episode of Word and Art, in which he connects a Sunday reading with a famous work of art.
The image, which depicts the prophet Elijah distressed in the wilderness and ready to give up, emphasizes color, while intentionally neglecting defined lines. Bishop John ponders the mystery of God’s plan for our lives, and how our realities can often feel blurred. And yet God, who understands our frustrations, sends us angels, friends and even the Lord himself, especially in the sacraments to bring color and clarity to our mission. This allows us to continue forward in faith, just like Elijah.
Bishop John brings an exciting and insightful perspective to the series as he earned a Master of Arts degree in Liturgy/Church Art and Architecture from St. Patrick’s Seminary and University in Menlo Park, Calif.

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Amen.