The Catholic Diocese of Richmond

"For where two or three are gathered in my name, there I am in the midst of them." – Matthew 18:20

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Art and Environment

Links

EnVisionChurch
A wonderful new site of the Georgetown Center for Liturgy Art which offers articles, artists, and resources in art, architecture, liturgy, and spirituality in the Catholic tradition.

EnVisionChurch: www3.georgetown.edu/centers/liturgy/envisionchurch

For example:

  • Choosing a Liturgical Consultant - The tasks of a liturgical consultant
  • Visio Divina: Divine Seeing - The practice of meditating on visual images as a source of divine insight and inspiration.

Built of Living Stones: Art, Architecture, and Worship (BOLS)
USCCB guidelines on liturgical art and architecture, based on a theological reflection on the nature of liturgy and the place of celebration.

BOLS: www.usccb.org/liturgy/livingstonesind.shtml

Letter to Artists
Beautiful letter of Pope John Paul II on art and beauty, inviting artists to use their creative gifts at the service of humanity.

Letter to Artists: www.vatican.va/holy_father/
john_paul_ii/letters/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_23041999_artists_en.html

 
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