MA Arts: Renowned Artist Jen Norton to Premiere at Museum of Family Prayer

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Category: Art, Museums, Galleries

Published on Friday, 01 September 2023 13:02

Written by A&E Contributing Editor

The Museum of Family Prayer will mark the grand opening of the new Faith Gallery with a special exhibit by world-renowned artist Jen Norton on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, for a daylong celebration that will include a pizza lunch.

The free daylong celebration will include guided tours, art activities for children, Rosary prayer, Mass, and a pizza lunch at the local museum that engages people in the history and power of prayer while depicting the inspiring story of Venerable Patrick Peyton.

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Norton will be at Faith Gallery for the premiere of "Behold Your Mother: A Vibrant, Yet Contemplative Exhibit about the Blessed Mother." Her artwork inspires people to reflect on all that the Mother of God is and does in our everyday lives.

"We are excited to have Jen and her art at the Museum of Family Prayer," said Father Fred Jenga, C.S.C., president of Holy Cross Family Ministries, which is home to the museum. "Her work is an exciting contemporary look of Mary's impact on our daily lives. A celebration will mark the opening exhibit for our new Faith Gallery. No matter your schedule, join us for all or part of the day to experience this beautiful artwork."

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The Faith Gallery will provide ongoing opportunities for families to learn and experience God's creation through a variety of artwork. Planning is underway for future exhibits featuring sculptors and artists of many mediums, as well as hands-on programs for families to participate in at the museum, located in North Easton, Mass.

The Grand Opening on Sept. 9 begins at 10 a.m. with light refreshments, followed by guided children's art projects at 10:30 a.m. The Rosary will be prayed at 11:30 a.m. with a Mass and Blessing of the Faith Gallery at 12 p.m. A pizza luncheon will be provided at 1 p.m.

Norton will be on hand in the gallery at 2 p.m. to discuss her artwork and the stories behind each one. She believes that through art, one can hear the whisper of a mighty Creator. View examples of her work at www.jennortonartstudio.com.

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"I make artwork that celebrates the traditions of our Catholic faith with a contemporary, colorful twist," Norton said. "For me, painting is a form of prayer that helps reveal my mission as a Christian woman and the power of the Holy Spirit. I believe we are influenced by our environments, and having decor that reflects our faith is essential to supporting our children and families in an unbelieving world."

The Museum of Family Prayer is a contemporary experience that engages people in the history and power of prayer. Opened in 2019, it offers a unique, interactive experience of prayer using digital media for the entire family to come together to listen, watch, reflect and pray.

The museum continues the work of sainthood candidate Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C., who encouraged families to pray every day, especially the Rosary. He was known worldwide for his massive live Rosary events, some gathering as many as 2 million people. Through television and film, his famous expression became a household phrase: "The family that prays together stays together." Learn more about his life at www.FatherPeyton.org.

The grand opening of the Faith Galley and exhibit by artist Jen Norton are free and open to the public. The museum is an accessible facility. At the end of the celebration, people will receive a free gift with family prayer resources.

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While at the museum, families can visit the chapel to pray together or pray outside on the Rosary Path. Groups are welcome and may contact the museum to arrange a trip and tour.

Norton's art will be on display through Saturday, Dec. 9. Located at 518 Washington St. in North Easton, the Museum of Family Prayer is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information or directions, visit www.MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org.