The Secrets of Sacred Art
Two sacred artists take listeners on a journey through sacred art to explore what makes some art sacred and how art opens a window into what is good and true and beautiful.
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 67 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Featured Artist: Daniel Mitsui
SSA024: Meet Daniel Mitsui, a popular Catholic fine artist, as Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey interview him about integration of Celtic and other styles into his religious art and ask him about…
01:08:25 |
Mon 07 Oct 2024
The Book of Kells
SSA023: The Book of Kells is considered a pinnacle of Celtic art. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray discuss the illuminated manuscript, the intricate craftsmanship by the monks, and how the visual…
01:11:14 |
Mon 23 Sep 2024
Turning Darkness Into Light
SSA022: Explore the influence of St. Colmcille on sacred art, especially the Book of Kells. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey delve into the significance of the Iona abbey founded by St. Colmcille…
00:59:12 |
Mon 09 Sep 2024
Sacred Arts at Pontifex University
SSA021: In this summer special, Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray welcome artists from the Pontifex University Master of Sacred Arts program to discuss sacred art’s role in contemporary society; t…
01:08:33 |
Mon 12 Aug 2024
Pisanki: Make Them, Bless Them, Share and Eat Them!
SSA020: Learn the art of Polish Easter eggs. Kathryn Laffrey, along with cohost Alix Murray, shares how to make the wonderfully delicate and beautiful decorated Easter eggs called Pisanki. Originally…
01:11:22 |
Mon 01 Jul 2024
A Special Message from StarQuest
StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for all listeners and supporters of StarQuest’s shows.
00:03:30 |
Fri 28 Jun 2024
The Secret of Kells
SSA019: Exploring the intersection of art, history, and faith, Alix Murray, Kathryn Laffrey, and Jeff Haecker discuss the 2009 animated film The Secret of Kells, the historical significance of the Bo…
Mon 03 Jun 2024
Mass on the Hood of a Jeep: The Art and History of Military Travel Altars
SSA018: Portable traveling altars have been used throughout Church and military history. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore the use, development, and art of field altars from the early Church, t…
01:22:05 |
Mon 20 May 2024
Our Lady of Walsingham: Hidden in Plain Sight?
SSA017: Come to know the beautiful statue of Our Lady of Walsingham, her tragic history, and the possibility of her silent victory. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey journey across Medieval Catholic En…
01:04:48 |
Mon 06 May 2024
Our Glorious Heavenly Hosts: A Survey of Angels in Sacred Art
SSA016: Explore the history and symbolism of angels in sacred art with Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey as they draw on Catholic doctrine and history to examine angelic depictions across various art f…
01:17:09 |
Mon 22 Apr 2024
The Mystical Menagerie: Animals in Sacred Art
SSA015: Explore the symbolism and significance of animals in sacred with Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray as they delve into the portrayals of some of their favorite creatures, how they glorify God, a…
01:18:23 |
Mon 08 Apr 2024
Last Supper at the Last Inn
SSA014: A Medieval pub in Shrewsbury, UK, is an unusual place to find sacred art. Alix Murray tells Kathryn Laffrey how she discovered this fresco of the Last Supper and why it was there; its symboli…
01:13:12 |
Mon 25 Mar 2024
Ste. Anne de Detroit: Basilica Breakdown
SSA013: In the first of a series, Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray take a deep dive, exploring the art and images of the Basilica of Ste. Anne in Detroit; its historical and architectural significance…
01:09:24 |
Mon 11 Mar 2024
Architecture and the Liturgy
SSA012: How do the art and architecture of churches contribute to Catholic liturgy? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray discuss the elements of the Catholic church, incuding verticality, permanence, and …
01:15:49 |
Mon 26 Feb 2024
Pugin: God’s Architect
SSA011: Augustus Pugin was a 19th-century English Catholic artist and architect. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray discuss his enduring works in architecture, design, and art and how Catholicism both i…
01:10:47 |
Mon 12 Feb 2024
The Art of Altar Bread
SSA010: Millions of Communion hosts are made and consumed every year by Catholics. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray discuss the hidden art found on altar breads from small hosts to the large breads us…
01:10:22 |
Mon 29 Jan 2024
Ghent Altarpiece, Part 2 – Images and Restoration
SSA009: What is the Ghent altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, by the Van Eyck brothers? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore its history, intricate details, and symbolism. …
01:17:24 |
Mon 22 Jan 2024
Ghent Altarpiece, Part 1 – The Artists
SSA008: The Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystical Lamb, is an incredible piece of sacred art. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray tell us about the brothers who painted the altarp…
01:05:27 |
Mon 15 Jan 2024
A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli
StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for listeners as we approach the Christmas season. We need to hear from you this Advent and Christmas at sqpn.com/give
00:02:38 |
Thu 07 Dec 2023
The Secrets of Monuments Men
SSA007/SCR125: In this crossover of Secrets of Sacred Art and Secrets of Movies and TV Shows, Kathryn Laffrey, Alix Murray, and Thomas Salerno discuss the 2014 film Monuments Men and the true story a…
01:15:50 |
Thu 30 Nov 2023
Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are the property of SQPN, Inc.. This content is not affiliated with or endorsed by eachpod.com.