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The Sacred Images Project

Hilary White
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Sacred art was the visual language of Christian civilisation for twelve centuries. Join us as we explore its theology, history, meaning and practice.

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    Retired from 11 years reporting on Catholic/political issues, now painting and writing from the green heart of Italy about faith, art, history & culture, why the Renaissance is Bad, and why we are going to be OK. Really.

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