Our Lady of the Journey: Mothers

Archival Giclee Signed Print 8x10 in., 11x14 in.  The third icon in a series of images with the same name, "Our Lady of the Journey" was inspired by a trip to the St. Ines mission while visiting our dear friend Jeff and the Novices of the Franciscan Novitiate community in California. Tucked behind a corner is a tiny statue called " La Pereguina" or "The Pilgrim". The date it was created and artist are unknown, however the community called it 'Our Lady of the journey' It got me thinking about all of the women in the world on a journey. The millions of Refugees fleeing Ukraine because of a senseless war, young women walking miles upon miles for drinking water, Mother's trying to find shelter and a better life for their families. Just as Mary did 2,000 years ago. The gospel imagery of the Mother Hen isn’t used enough. These women are signs of protection, strength, hope and love, and the beauty of Motherhood. “Invisible God, by the power of your love you make present the bodies of the invi