This week we explore the art of the middle ages, from early illuminated manuscripts to the soaring heights of Gothic cathedrals. St. John the Divine in New York City on East 110th Street in Manhattan would be the world’s largest Gothic cathedral IF it’s ever finished. Begun in the late 19th century, this church continues to be constructed in the old fashioned way (primarily by hand) and like medieval cathedrals may take several centuries to be completed. This past Sunday, St. John the Divine celebrated the Blessing of the Animals. You can see the animals parading through the cathedral at the end of this video clip. The readings for this week are located under “Medieval Art.”
