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Jesus Like Me, by Hannah-Rebecca Eldritch, 2023 Black women are some of the most oppressed and marginalised people in our society and our world. And so it seems right that we should see the face of Christ in their image, and their image in the face of Christ. This painting by a member of theContinue reading “Lent, Day 26 (Thursday)”

Face of Christ, After a woodcut by Hans Sebald Beham This image is nothing more than black lines on a white background. And yet there is nothing ‘black and white’ about it. This picture, and Jesus’ eyes in particular, convey so much emotion. As you look at Jesus as he is portrayed here, what emotionsContinue reading “Lent, Day 25 (Wednesday)”

Jesus, the Good Shepherd, AI by Visionarily The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures;he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil;for you areContinue reading “Lent, Day 24 (Tuesday)”

Mary and Jesus, AI by Paulina It’s Mary, and not Jesus who first strikes me as I look at this picture. She looks straight out, resolute, strong and regal. Nothing of the meek and tentative young woman that she is often portrayed as. Her child echoes her pose, also strong and upright; even in theContinue reading “Lent, Day 23 (Monday)”

Christ emerging from the tomb, c.1530 This image of the risen Christ emerging from the tomb, clearing shows the suffering that he’s endured. His body is covered with wounds from being flogged. His head bears wounds from the crown of thorns, his hands and feet from the nails, and his side from the spear. ResurrectionContinue reading “Lent, Day 22 (Saturday)”

God crucified, Ethiopian Orthodox. c 1800 It seems strange that everyone in this picture is smiling. The figures at the cross probably portray Jesus’s mother Mary and his disciple John. They have little reason to smile. Jesus is dying an agonising death, and yet he too is smiling. I remember as a child asking why the dayContinue reading “Lent, Day 21 (Friday)”

Che Jesus This image is based on a famous image of Che Guevara, an Argentine Marxist, best know for his role in the Cuban Revolution. His stylized image has become a symbol of rebellion and revolution. But as with most revolutions, even those started with the best intentions, the Cuban Revolution led to bloodshed, violenceContinue reading “Lent, Day 20 (Thursday)”

The Good Shepherd, 19th Century Look at this picture of Jesus portrayed as the good shepherd and us as his flock. Where are you in the picture? Spend a few moments reflecting on what this means. Is this where you want to be? As you are the Shepherd over the flocktend us to the shelterContinue reading “Lent, Day 19 (Wednesday)”

Jesus, Roy N (India) There is a gentleness to Jesus in this picture that I love. He’s looking straight at me, a slight smile on his face, listening to what I have to say. All his attention is focused on me. It is the face of someone who is interested in me, who loves me. HeContinue reading “Lent, Day 18 (Tuesday)”

Christ the King, from a Fresco in St Anthony’s monastery, Egypt As you look at this image, notice the following: The sumptuous royal robes. Christ is our king. His is a kingdom of justice with mercy, of peace and of love.   The halo. Christ is with God and in God and of God. HeContinue reading “Lent, Day 17 (Monday)”