TRUE PRESENCE: THE EUCHARIST IN HISTORY AND ART

Current Exhibits

Painting, "The Triumph of the Church," by the Studio of Peter Paul Rubens. Depicts a holding the Eucharist in a reliquary woman in a chariot. — Painting, "The Triumph of the Church," circa 1625-28, oil on canvas by the Studio of Sir Peter Paul Rubens. Depicts a woman in a billowing costume of rose and white seated in a chariot drawn by four white horses. She carries the Eucharist in a golden reliquary, while an angel holds the papal crown over her head.

March 23, 2024 – September 8, 2024

Migneault Gallery

Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. (John 6:54-55)

True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

PLAN A VISIT

True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art

Monstrance by Roman artisans from Lazio district. The monstrance is a receptacle used to hold a consecrated host being displayed for adoration.

Photo of the temporary exhibit "True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art." Depicts gallery wall of artwork featuring the Eucharist.

Photo of the temporary exhibit "True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art." Depicts case with setup of altar during Mass.