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Photos: The Easter story in religious works of art The crucifix at St. Leo Catholic Church in Omaha was made by local artist John Lajba, who also did the Road to Omaha sculpture at TD Ameritrade Park.
Churches bloom for Easter Lilies: Those breathtaking displays of Easter lilies are a credit to frantic florists in one of their busiest seasons and to the church volunteers who turn flowers into art.
Though it does not hold the same level of celebrity in its holiday use as, say, the Christmas tree, the Easter lily with its white, trumpet-shaped blooms holds a strong association with Easter.
THE EASTER LILY. Share full article. March 25, 1908. Credit... The New York Times Archives. See the article in its original context from March 25, 1908, Page 8 Buy Reprints. View on timesmachine.
Q: What is the story behind the Easter lily? — R.B. Answer: Lilies are mentioned several times in the Bible, including Jesus’ reference in Matthew 6:28: “Consider the lilies of the field ...
In photographs published in the Belfast Telegraph (News, April 25), the Easter Lily emblem is displayed on 1916-commemorating republicans' clothing, includ... Friday, 20 June 2025 Newsletters ...