Some 800 artists submitted works that depicted the theme, “All Are Alike Unto God,” a phrase from the Book of Mormon, the church’s signature scripture.
They expressed notions of inclusion, diversity, community and the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for all humanity.
Jesus referred to himself as the “Good Shepherd,” writes artist Alyce Bailey, who used pen and acrylic on linen to create the three breeds of sheep image. “As his disciples, members of God’s church are charged to help Christ seek the lost sheep. Regardless of breed, gender, or pedigree, in the eyes of the Good Shepherd, we as his sheep are all alike and are known, loved, and wanted.”
"But This Is That which Was Spoken by the Prophet Joel," acrylic on canvas, chitenge material, and banana fiber. The work, from Malawi, is featured in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' 12th International Art Competition.
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