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During my time as a high school educator, I implemented a lesson derived from the writings of Luigi Giussani, “At the Origin of the Christian Claim,” in which he demonstrates the distinction between the majority of religions and Christianity. While other faiths primarily emphasize doctrines, Christianity centers on a relationship with God in human form: Jesus Christ.
Giussani’s depiction continually reminds me that just as the Incarnation represents an intrusion of the infinite into the temporal realm, it is similarly reflected in my existence – in the existence of each of us. Faith is a blessing; it is bestowed upon us by another, and it is delicate, like all that is most valued. Humanity earned nothing to merit the Son’s arrival from the Father, and I did nothing to warrant my baptism and all the blessings I have since experienced. Nonetheless, it isn’t simple. This is crucial to keep in mind when someone we care for decides to turn away from faith, or senses that they can no longer trust.
Audrey Assad’s path to ‘none’
Audrey Assad, a singer whose professional path was predominantly upheld and focused on Catholicism, started her departure from the Church roughly in 2013, she noted in an interview with Mike Tenney on his podcast, “Pop Culture Catechism.” It was during this time that she began to reconsider certain aspects, particularly the Catholic doctrine regarding the existence of hell. After this initial exploration, Assad commenced trauma therapy in 2016, which she stated resulted in her having increasingly more questions. Having embraced Catholicism at 24 from the Plymouth Brethren, Assad identified as a self-described “none” by around age 35.
Mattie Karr aspired to be an infiltrator. The 28-year-old from Kansas held grand aspirations of journeying to Hollywood and discreetly sowing spiritual ideas in her endeavors, sneaking religious concepts into popular narratives and animations.
“I adored the concept of remaining anonymous with my artwork. I could almost play the role of a Catholic undercover agent,” she remarked.
It didn’t succeed, and she is very pleased.
To begin with, she enjoys residing in Kansas and has a deep affection for the parish where she recently completed a substantial project that took three years to finalize. This project features two triptychs, each standing 15 feet tall, which add vibrancy and warmth to the otherwise stark apse of Holy Name of Jesus in Kansas City. Furthermore, she realized that no matter how hard she tried, she couldn’t cease creating religious art. “As I deepened in my faith, I found it impossible to avoid. The art just flowed out and was entirely religious, primarily focused on Mary. I couldn’t stop sketching Mary,” she shared. The significant turning point occurred during a retreat, where several individuals prophesied over her, indicating that God had a calling for her and that she should be courageous and take the leap.
“It was quite evident he wanted me to jump,” she remarked. A week later, she did, resigning from her sales position and starting her full-time journey as an artist. Karr creates and illustrates sacred and liturgical artwork and also takes on commissions with particular religious motifs. depicting spiritual tableaux that are particularly meaningful to her patrons.
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Now that she has embraced the notion of being a sacred artist, she mentioned that life has become significantly easier.
