Beyond beautiful: Beauty is central to the Catholic tradition. But do our assumptions about beauty need an overhaul?

RELIGIOUS communities; SACRED space; ARTISTS; PEOPLE with disabilities; INDIGENOUS children; IMAGINATION

The article discusses the removal of an icon of Jesus Christ as an Apache man from St. Joseph's Apache Mission church on the Mescalero Apache Reservation in New Mexico. The removal of the icon sparked a debate about beauty, cultural representation, and the role of art in Catholic tradition. The article explores the importance of beauty in sacred spaces, the connection between beauty and human identity, and the potential for beauty to challenge societal norms and divisions. It also highlights the need for inclusivity and respect for diverse cultural representations within the Catholic Church. [Extracted from the article]

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