“Homeless Jesus”

Canadian artist hopes to be ‘visual ambassador’ of Pope Francis’ message to poor

By Claire Giangravé — November 14, 2022
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The creator of 'Homeless Jesus,' Catholic artist Timothy Schmalz is on his way to becoming the most prolific sculptor under Pope Francis’ pontificate.

Homelessness is on the ballot in the midterms

By Kevin Nye — October 28, 2022
(RNS) — A spike in homelessness, combined with its growing visibility in the wake of the pandemic, has led the issue to be front and center in campaigns across the country.

‘Homeless Jesus’ provokes debate on what it means to be Christian

By Ken Garfield — March 12, 2014
(RNS) “Homeless Jesus” was bolted down in February, beside a bronze plaque with the familiar words from Matthew 25:40 -- “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.”
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