Celebrating a Saint
September 11, 2010
Over the last month, I have been working on the images from the documentation in Montreal. Folios of 20 black and white photographs were sent to 15 locations across the United States. I have included a few below. Some of the commission participants are planning exhibitions of the images to coincide with the canonization, which will happen in Rome on October 17, 2010.
This journey to document the life of Brother André has been very inspiring. When I am stocking the food bank pantry or talking with the staff at the Downtown Chapel in Portland, I am reminded of André’s spirit and know that there are lessons for me to discover. The pilgrimage to Rome serves as a real focal point for me – as an artist, as a father, and as an individual seeking wisdom and insight as life takes twists and turns.
Statue of Brother André at Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount-Royal
Montreal, Canada
College of Notre Dame
Montreal, Canada
The Chapel of Brother André, Exterior
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal Canada
Plaques and Canes, The Chapel of Brother André
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal Canada
The Oratory and Saint Joseph Statue
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal Canada
Steps, The Chapel of Brother André
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal Canada
The Way of the Cross and the Gardens of the Oratory, 1
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal Canada
September 17, 2010 at 10:20 am
Beautiful photographs, Steve. It’s amazing how you can make life seem so ethereal. Have a great trip!
October 21, 2010 at 11:57 pm
God Bless you Steve for allowing me to experience the presence of Saint Andre and St.Joseph through your beautiful photographs. I will remember you and your family in my prayers and please remember me and my family in yours. Sincerely, Peggy M. Penney, St. John’s, NL
December 7, 2011 at 9:58 am
I am still in utter awe at the sheer beauty of this work. I am so glad to have met you at Notre Dame in January. May God continue to bless you abundantly.
In Christ,
Kelly Flaherty