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The visual center of the main chapel is punctuated by a 12 foot tall corpus of the Risen Christ which hangs 15 feet off the floor. The corpus, with its uplifted arms and seeming to float before the chancel screen, reinforces the architectural qualities of the chapel, which emphasizes ascension. The corpus was designed and carved by the Stuflesser Studio in Italy, and incorporates African-American features. The figure is carved from lindenwood, and has a rubbed finish that makes the body of the Risen Christ appear to glow. The wounds of the crucifixion are clearly depicted: nail holes in the feet and hands, and the laceration in the right side of the torso. The wood grain of the corpus follows some of the folds in the figure’s draped garment, suggesting the weave of cloth. The Christ figure exudes an expression of acceptance and forgiveness, beckoning the assembled to follow Him and the way of St. Katharine Drexel.
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St. Katharine Drexel Chapel