Haverhill’s All Saints Parish plans to kickoff “a weekend of reflection, art and community” Saturday, May 9, culminating in a Mother’s Day ceremony featuring the unveiling of the Life Monument.
The church says the sculpture installation marks the first time the art by world-renowned Canadian and Catholic sculptor Timothy Schmalz will have been placed within a church in the United States.
“The Life Monument portrays the Blessed Mother with the baby Jesus in her womb,” a statement reads. “Crafted in bronze with a mirrored steel interior, the sculpture invites viewers to see themselves reflected within the work—symbolizing humanity’s shared connection to the gift of life.”
A preview and artist meet-and-greet is planned for Saturday, May 9, with doors opening at 5:10 p.m. to meet Schmalz followed by a 5:30 p.m. presentation with the sculptor, overview, preview and question and answer session. All Saints Parish is located at 120 Bellevue Ave., Haverhill.
The May 10 Mother’s Day dedication ceremony begins at noon with a mass and unveiling ceremony, followed at 1:30 p.m. with prelude music and main celebration, dedication and remarks at 2 p.m.
The dedication will be followed by a celebration with families, parishioners and visitors featuring music, reflections and fellowship.
There’s more about the monument, artist and inspiration behind the event and to make reservations at LifeMonumentHaverhill.com or on Facebook.