MIAMI (WSVN) - The life-size replica of the sculpture “Angels Unawares” has made a South Florida stop.
The artwork by Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz was put on display earlier Tuesday at Bayfront Park.
The piece has made stops around the world and portrays the faces of immigrants and refugees. The original sculpture was unveiled by Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Square in September 2019.
“This is a representation of the human family and the story of migration,” Archbishop Thomas Wenski, of the Archdiocese of Miami, said, “and certainly, that’s the story of Miami. Miami is the Ellis Island of the South, and this, I think, represents that very well.”
On Wednesday, Wenski blessed the replica sculpture during a ceremony.
“I ask you now to bless this sculpture titled ‘Angels Unawares,’ which has been fashioned for Your honor and glory,” Wenski said as he blessed the sculpture. “May all who gaze upon it be filled with compassion for the stranger among us and eager to extend a hand of friendship.”
The 20-foot-long art piece will be available to the public until April 8.
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