"The Promise of Heaven" Featured at St. Martin's Episcopal Church to Complement Prayers For the Departed on All Souls' Day
I was very pleased to share “The Promise of Heaven”, a mixed media work from the Fernandez collection, at my parish, St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Bridgewater, NJ, for the occasion of the Prayers for the Departed—in observance of All Souls' Day—on Sunday, November 1. This is the fourth of a series of pieces from the Fernandez collection that are being featured in the church, to complement Mass services for specific weekly celebrations.
“The Promise of Heaven” is a mixed media artwork that reflects the soul’s journey from earthly life into the eternal embrace of God. The vibrant colors radiating throughout the circular form symbolize the beauty, individuality, and fullness of each life, while the delicate, flowing silver wings lift upward like a spirit ascending toward the heavens. The doves integrated throughout the work symbolize the presence of the Holy Spirit, and the soul’s release into perpetual peace. In remembrance of those who have gone before us, “The Promise of Heaven” invites us to honor their lives, cherish the memories they leave behind, and find comfort in the promise that—through God’s grace—death is not the end, but a passage into everlasting light.
As always, I am thankful to Fr. Rob for his willingness to arrange the art display in the nave, and his trust in my mom and I to install it independently in this sacred space; active fellow parishioner Alison Jandak for her feature of the work in the weekly parish newsletter; and my mom for her collaboration on this work during its creation, and her support with getting it to St. Martin’s.
It was with deep respect that I offered “The Promise of Heaven” for this special Mass, in regard to honoring those who are no longer with us, and who remain in our memories and hearts. I look forward to continuing to share additional work from the Fernandez collection as further celebrations arise. ✝️🖼️🕯️🪽🙏🏻
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