Category: Stations of the Cross
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What does abused look like?
I’m struck by how some of these words are more challenging than others. The word, abused, in particular, is a word that tends to bring up imagery that is uncomfortable, painful, and deeply sad. How do we engage this word while both acknowledging the truth that abuse is a reality that needs to be brought…
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What does denied look like?
We have another example from John Doukas today, giving us a glimpse of how he sees denied. What does it look like to be denied? What does it look like when you deny another person? Share these images* on Instagram or Facebook, tagging @OakHouseRetreats and using #denied. These images will be shared starting on April…
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What does condemned look like to you?
Today we begin our search for photos exploring what being condemned looks like. The sample photo for condemned is from photographer extraordinaire, John Doukas. There’s something so ominous and claustrophobic about this image. I’m looking forward to seeing what photos you begin to share. Share these images* on Instagram or Facebook, tagging @OakHouseRetreats and using…
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What does betrayed look like to you?
Today we are asking the question: what does betrayed look like to you? I suspect that we can define betrayal in many different ways, so I am particularly curious to see what photos you share. We are still accepting photos for troubled as well. Share these images* on Instagram or Facebook, tagging @OakHouseRetreats and using…
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What does troubled look like to you?
Last night I attended a recital at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. In the lobby, there is an installation called Nimbus, that consists of human-made clouds that are suspended above the entryway. These clouds change colors in tune with the music that plays sporadically throughout the day. As I looked on these clouds last night,…
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Stations of the Cross Photo Sharing Experience
Throughout history, writers, musicians, and artists have created their own representations of Christ’s journey to the cross, often referred to as the Stations of the Cross. Oak House Retreats (AKA the retreat branch of jenmanglos.com) and Epiphany : Visio invite you to experience the Stations online, in a collaborative photo sharing experience. Starting April 4,…