Even for those who do not stop, the sight is nearly impossible to miss — a giant print of the Divine Mercy Image, displayed prominently on the stone exterior of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Made you look! Debra Carey, pastoral associate at St. Pius X, has seen the effect the Image has had on many passersby: “They’re looking at Him, and He’s looking back at them.” Some know the history of the Image and share that they, too, have a devotion to the Divine Mercy; some may never have seen it before, but “they recognize Jesus” and stop to inquire about the Image and its meaning. This simple displaying of the Image and responding to the comments or questions it evokes illustrate the approach Deb recommends for drawing others into the light and warmth of the rays of mercy: “Don’t make it complicated.” Don’t explain, at that first inquiry, all about St. Faustina, her visions, and her Diary. “Simply tell people that Jesus is an ocean Showing the message Marian Helpers in Action By Marian Friedrichs The Divine Mercy Image greets parishioners and passersby at St. Pius X Church in Westerly, Rhode Island. On a busy street in Westerly, Rhode Island, where summertime tourists often stroll as they spend sunny days enjoying the town and its beaches, a certain piece of art sometimes makes pedestrians slow their steps, stop, and look. Some even seek out a friendly local who might talk to them about the piece or answer questions. 4 Marian Helper • Winter 2024-25 • Marian.org
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