Setting Forth the Sacraments High Relief Bronze St Richard's Catholic Church Jackson, MS Large high relief bronze
The bronze ribbon that connects one side of the wall to the other intersects 7 medallions, each representing a sacrament of the Catholic Church
This half-figure of Christ is twice life-size and looks down at the viewer. The 'arc' says "Christ is died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again" which is recited in the mass.
The sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation
Medallion (prior to installation) of the "Christ & His Church - Setting Forth the Sacraments"
Detail symbolized as water being poured from a scallop shell
Detail symbolized as water being poured from a scallop shell
Bronze medallion prior to installation
Detail The symbolism for Confirmation is an open door with the light of Christ (symbolized by the cross) shining forth
Communion is symbolized with the elements of the Eucharists - the Host and Chalice
The Sacrament of Confession is symbolized by the Holy Spirit shown as the dove and as the fire from Pentecost
Marriage is symbolized by two interlocking wedding bands
Holy Orders is symoblized by an open Bible
Also described as Holy Unction and Last Rites - the symbol for Anointing the sick is a branch of olives representing the oil of anointing.
Detail showing the olive branches