Canadian artist hopes to be ‘visual ambassador’ of Pope Francis' message to poor
Pope Francis waves to members of Vincentian religious orders and lay communities on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, after blessing Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz's new sculpture, "Sheltering." Photo by Vatican Media
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.
