Art and Religion

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Ecclesiastical Art Department of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood (CPPS) in O'Fallon, Missouri, was a renowned artistic ministry. Established in 1858 in Germany, it provided vital income for the fledgling community before relocating to the United States in the 1870s. For more than a century, the department created liturgical artwork for Catholic and other denominational churches around the world. Its portfolio includes stained-glass windows, custom-designed installations,...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Ecclesiastical Art Department of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood (CPPS) in O'Fallon, Missouri, was a renowned artistic ministry. Established in 1858 in Germany, it provided vital income for the fledgling community before relocating to the United States in the 1870s. For more than a century, the department created liturgical artwork for Catholic and other denominational churches around the world. Its portfolio includes stained-glass windows, custom-designed installations,...

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The enamel on copper disc mounted on wood entitled Glory Be to the Blood of Jesus Crucifix was created by Sister Mary William Pezold The cross was the central piece for the wall art in the small chapel on the third floor of the infirmary now Abbey Health constructed in 1975 The Mondrian like grid of brass and colorful plastic glass was also made by Sister Mary William The size of the piece is 31 L x 24 W.

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The embroidered golden dalmatic vestment was created by Sister Anselma Lang.

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This file includes images and information concerning the symbol of the Lamb and its relation to the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in Saint Louis Missouri.

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This piece is copper with painted lamp lamb and cross enamel framed in wood The piece was created by Sister Rose Marie Haunert around 1958 The piece is 10 x 85 The note on the piece notes that this was Sister Rose Maries first enamel work and was among her possessions at the time of her death.

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Ecclesiastical Art Department of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood (CPPS) in O'Fallon, Missouri, was a renowned artistic ministry. Established in 1858 in Germany, it provided vital income for the fledgling community before relocating to the United States in the 1870s. For more than a century, the department created liturgical artwork for Catholic and other denominational churches around the world. Its portfolio includes stained-glass windows, custom-designed installations,...

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Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters are dedicated to Our Blessed Lady of Victory as their patroness. Traditionally, their work has centered on catechesis, aiding the poor, and promoting social justice within marginalized and underserved communities. Since their patroness is Our Lady of Victory, statues of the Blessed Mother and the infant Jesus, often crowned, can be seen throughout their motherhouse, grounds, and archives in Huntington.

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Ecclesiastical Art Department of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood (CPPS) in O'Fallon, Missouri, was a renowned artistic ministry. Established in 1858 in Germany, it provided vital income for the fledgling community before relocating to the United States in the 1870s. For more than a century, the department created liturgical artwork for Catholic and other denominational churches around the world. Its portfolio includes stained-glass windows, custom-designed installations,...