Mary Playing with Jesus –by John Lawson – Catholic Art Print – Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Choose Paper Size (Image is Smaller):11x14 Gold Frame We love the atmosphere of

We love the atmosphere of this 19th Century German painting

we have God's hands holding his Sacred Heart

the painting "embodies the deeper message that Christ's birth will unite angels and men

He was killed by an enemy

Theresa's approach to purgatory (love Jesus and expect to be with Him

Mary Playing with Jesus –by John Lawson – Catholic Art Print – Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Choose Paper Size (Image is Smaller):11x14 Gold Frame We love the atmosphere ofThis dear little picture shows Mary playing with her baby boy. It must have been something they did all the time, but it is rarely portrayed in art. Jesus is hoisted up on the wooden ledge like it is a throne, his mother is kneeling before him, as though in obeisance. But they are just playing, and it is a joyful moment. Two doves look on. In 19th Century art, in a scene with Jesus, doves represent the souls of the viewer, you and me. For us, this