A sculpture depicting Jesus as a homeless man sleeping on a park bench under a blanket has drawn the attention of many around the world.
There are more than a dozen “Homeless Jesus” statues by Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz around the world. Last month an Indianapolis church got one that is receiving mixed reviews.
Here & Now‘s Jeremy Hobson speaks with Rev. Dr. Andrew Scanlan-Holmes, senior pastor at the Roberts Park United Methodist Church, who dedicated the statue last month.
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- Rev. Dr. Andrew Scanlan-Holmes, senior pastor at Roberts Park United Methodist Church.
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