Prodigal Son Art Collection on Display at Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS STAR TRIBUNE
By Rose French

Robert Hodgell, an artist at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, offered the interpretation of the Prodigal Son

MINNESOTA---The biblical story of the Prodigal Son resonates with many Christians. A wayward, sinful young man leaves his father’s home but eventually returns to find acceptance and forgiveness. The parable recounted by Jesus is intended to illustrate God’s love. It’s a moving story that has inspired Minneapolis resident Jerry Evenrud so much that he’s collected close to 600 pieces of art depicting various scenes. Evenrud, 83, a retired Lutheran church musician, donated about 400 pieces of the collection to Luther Seminary in St. Paul in 2005. The other 200 he’s amassed since then; they’re on display at the Basilica of St. Mary in downtown Minneapolis through Sunday. [link]