Podcast appearances and mentions of Timothy P Schmalz

September 12, 2021 marks the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri, the greatest poet of Western Christianity. While Dante has had a profound impact on art over the centuries, Canadian artist Timothy P. Schmalz has undertaken an ambitious project to sculpt Dante's magnum opus, The Divine Comedy. Mr. Schmalz is the artist behind the famous Homeless Jesusstatue, which can be found at churches throughout the world. He has also sculpted large public memorials such as Angels Unawares, the Canadian Veterans' Memorial and Golden Leaves. His latest project, sculpted amidst the COVID lockdowns, is possibly his most ambitious and will feature 100 individual sculptures walking people through Dante's work on Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. He will thus be the first artist to depict all 100 cantos of The Divine Comedy. Today on the Catholic Exchange Podcast, Timothy Schmalz describes his creative process and how Dante has had such an impact on his work. Mr. Schmalz also tells us about the parallels he sees between Dante-in-exile and the general feelings we all feel in our chaotic world. Through all this, we find in Dante a companion for the road who restores our hope in Providence of God. Today's episode is especially a great start if you have a love of Dante's work or want to dive into his great poem. ResourcesFind more info about the Dante gardens and sculptures at the site DanteSculpture.com, where you can see the many beautiful sculptures. You can also follow Mr. Schmalz's work at his website or Facebook. Learn more about the premier at Florence's Badio Fiorentina at their website. Finally, take a look at our previous coverage of the art of Timothy Schmalz:Creating Art as an Act of Prayer (podcast)Art as Theology: A Conversation with Timothy P. Schmalz (podcast)The Homeless Jesus Statue, the Year of Mercy and the New Evangelisation by KV Turley (article)✠Support the show (https://catholicexchange.com/donate)

Fr. Eric does an extended reflection on the TV mini-series “The Queen’s Gambit” (2020) starring Anna Taylor-Joy as a chess prodigy who rises through the ranks of the chess world in the ‘50’s and ‘60’s.  Topics covered include the controversial passage about wives and husbands in Ephesians 5, the model of marital love embodied by the Holy Family, and how a proper relationship of love and intimacy between men and women can lead to authentic human flourishing.  In his discussion on Eph. 5, Fr. Eric draws upon a commentary by Fr. John Riccardo: https://stanastasia.libsyn.com/august-25-2012-4-pm-mass-at-olgc.  Fr. Eric also cites a reflection by Sister Miriam James Heidland of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity on a sculpture of the Holy Family called “A Quiet Moment” by Timothy P. Schmalz.  Here is link to the entirety of her reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoBGOhk6iSE. Subscribe to Catholic Latte on YouTube.  An audio version is also available on iTunes, Spotify and Podbean. #CatholicLattePodcast

In this episode we move beyond the idea of personal holiness and discuss the practicals of how to grow in holiness. Holiness is a unique path of surrender to God and He has provided all that we need to be holy right where we are. We chat about the importance of the will, surrender, fasting, prayer, and being sober and alert. Starting today, we are invited to make the pursuit of holiness - growing towards intimate union with God - a priority. Sister Miriam’s one thing - The sculpture A Quiet Moment by Timothy P. Schmalz Michelle’s one thing - Praying the Rosary for Inner Healing by Fr. Dwight Longenecker Michelle’s other one thing - Praying the Rosary for Spiritual Warfare by Fr. Dwight Longenecker Michelle’s other other one thing - Mighty is Her Call - A Mother’s Rosary Guide Heather’s one thing - Abide in Me - Chris August  Discussion questions:     What struck you from this week’s episode? Holiness is more about being than doing. Who is someone you would describe as “holy” and why? Michelle spoke about our attachment to our phones, especially at the start and end of the day. How does this affect you and what is a practical change you can make to give your “first fruits” to the Lord?  After listening to this week’s episode, how have you been challenged to pursue holiness by pursuing union and intimacy with God?  Journal Questions: Sr Miriam described holiness as the fullness of Christ being made present through us. What is one specific thing that is blocking Jesus from being present in and through you? Heather shared about the importance of fasting and strengthening the “will muscle.” What is one tangible way you could do to choose something difficult to strengthen your will? What is the Lord inviting you to root out of your life - gossip, resentment, bitterness, grudges, judgment, self-righteousness, self-pity, selfishness - in order to cultivate the fruits of the Holy Spirit and grow in holiness? Spend some time in prayer today to recommit to pursuing holiness and union with Jesus. Quote to Ponder - “Holiness is the most attractive face of the Church” - Pope Francis Scripture for Lectio Divina - 1 Peter 1:15-16 “Instead, as He who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct; for it is written, ‘You shall be holy, for I am holy.’” This episode is sponsored by CORDA candles.  CORDA brings the light of the saints to the domestic church. Each handcrafted candle has a custom scent directly inspired by saints and the faith, such as Our Lady, Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati, St.Therese, and Night Prayer. And they’re made with an all-natural coconut wax blend, which is cleaner and burns longer than soy wax.   Explore all the scents at www.cordacandles.com and receive 10% off with promo code ABIDE10. 

Canadian sculptor Timothy P. Schmalz has made public art like the Canadian Veterans' Memorial and Golden Leaves, the hometown memorial statue to Gordon Lightfoot. Recently he has become more well-known for his religious art, such as his Homeless Jesus statues that can be found all across the world. Today, Michael kicks off a small series exploring the art and work of Schmalz while focusing on how our spiritual lives can lead to abundant creative lives. If you are an aspiring Catholic artist in any medium, join us to talk about the practical (notebooks) and spiritual (prayer) aspects of creating art. Check out the art of Timothy P. Schmalz at https://www.sculpturebytps.com, and you can also find him on Facebook and Instagram to check out his latest work that we discussed. Finally, check out our previous interview with Timothy P. Schmalz that explores the themes of his art a little deeper. For readers, there's also the fantastic review of his work by K.V. Turley called, "The Homeless Jesus Statue, the Year of Mercy and the New Evangelisation." You can find all of these on CatholicExchange.com, clicking here: http://bit.ly/37hkRGwSupport the show (https://catholicexchange.com/donate)

Timothy P. Schmalz - Homless Jesus https://www.sculpturebytps.com/) Dan Stevers - No Other King (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC5kThHog&t=9s)

Michael is joined by artist Timothy P. Schmaltz, creator of the Homeless Jesus sculpture that was recently blessed by Pope Francis and has been something of a media sensation. Mr. Schmaltz discusses the statue's rise to fame, the controversy in some places, and how his artwork is inspired by a great devotion to Christ. Support the show (https://catholicexchange.com/donate)