Michael R. Kapetan, Sculptor and Master Wood Carver

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Holy Childhood of Jesus All Saints Saint Thomas Aquinas
Saints Cyril and Methodius
Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital Catherine McAuley
Pope John Paul
Saint Mary Magdelene Our Lady of Good Council Saint Thomas à Becket
  Catholic Art: Saint Cyril & Methodius Seminary Chapel
Orchard Lake, Michigan (see photos)

I created a complete ensemble of Catholic liturgical furnishings that complements the architectural design of the Chapel. The Ambo, Altar, Presider’s Chair, and Tabernacle form a single line that defines the main ceremonial axis of the worship space.

The carved designs on the Altar, Ambo, and Tabernacle are based on Polish folk art that reflects the ethnic heritage of the Seminary.

The life-size crucifix is suspended dramatically beneath the dome and above the altar at the very heart of the sacred space. I carved it in the round so that it has a powerful effect when viewed from any vantage point. Christ is depicted at the poignant moment between life and death, when “He bowed down His head and gave up the ghost.”

For more information please go to the article, “When Can We See Jesus?”


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