Arts News
Most people would know the story of Eric Liddell from the 1981 film Chariots of Fire, where his character was featured along with his Olympic “rival” Harold Abrahams. No less compelling than the Oscar-winning movie — though taking less creative licence — For the Glory portrays a more comprehensive and historically accurate Liddell by exploring the role his faith played throughout his life.
Bible Gateway now lets users search the Bible using emoji
By Emily McFarlan Miller, Religion News ServiceEver wonder what the Bible has to say about praise hands and tears of joy? Now you can search the Bible using emoji on Bible Gateway.
Alfonse Borysewicz’s lonely struggle gives Catholic art a modern face
By David Van Biema, Religion News ServiceWhenever Alfonse Borysewicz addresses a fresh canvas, a daunting set of issues stares back at him.
Emoji Bible makes God a smiley face with a halo
By Lauren Markoe, Religion News ServiceThe Bible just got more textable.
Caravaggio calls to Francis across the centuries
By David Gibson, Religion News ServiceIf Pope Francis wanted a single image to illustrate the special Year of Mercy that is the current focus of his ministry and, indeed, at the heart of his pontificate, he could do no better than choosing an underappreciated masterpiece by the Italian artist Caravaggio.
Life of Jesus recalled through the power of classical music
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – The life of Jesus Christ has for centuries been a compelling story for artists and musicians.
The Story of God shares Morgan Freeman’s questions of faith
By Emily McFarlan Miller, Religion News ServiceCHICAGO - It all started about seven years ago when actor Morgan Freeman visited the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
Noticing the mosaics of Jesus inside the museum, Freeman asked his tour guide, who was Muslim, if the tiles had been covered over when the building, originally a Greek Orthodox church, was used as a mosque.
The Heart of Creativity, where faith meets art
By Evan Boudreau, The Catholic RegisterFor anyone looking to figuratively and literally brush up on their faith, Kingston Ont.’s Providence Spirituality Centre is the place to be in May.
Migrant crisis inspires Regis College art exhibition
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO - Truth in all forms of human expression reveals the sacred. Since the beginning, the Church has encouraged artists to express and complement the Gospel message through art.
Creativity on display in 2016 Catholic Register art contest
By Catholic Register StaffBefore she picked up her paint brush, Belové Da Silva turned to the Bible and was inspired to create what turned out to be a winning entry in The Catholic Register’s annual Easter drawing contest for elementary school children.
'Toronto Passion Play' turns 25
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO - The Toronto Passion Play is an Easter tradition that has attracted thousands of Christians each year to the Church on the Queensway. This year, the full-scale musical production celebrates its 25th anniversary with a curtain call performance of its latest version.