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St Mark Mural

Saint Mark Mural
- On June 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM, we unveiled a stunning mural that capture the hearts of everyone who passes by. This special dedication ceremony was led by Bishop Matthew G. Elshoff, OFM Cap, along with Pastor Father Albert Van der Woerd and Deacon Charlie Echeverry, as well as the talented muralist, Presa Hall.
  
  Located right at the lively corner of Lincoln Blvd & Garfield Ave, this mural will be impossible to miss, with over 100,000 people viewing it each day! It’s more than just a beautiful piece of art; it represents our parish's spiritual essence and warmly reflects the dynamic arts scene of Venice.
  
  We invite you to come and be part of this exciting moment that showcases the heart and soul of our community!
- A Tapestry of Saints: Diverse, Devout, and Courageous
  
  Father Albert envisioned this mural as a reflection of Saint Mark's enduring legacy, portrayed through the lives of four heroic figures, each with a connection to the parish:
  
  Saint Mark the Evangelist – Patron of the parish, gospel author, and fearless chronicler of Christ's ministry, his image appears as a gleaming 6th century Greek mosaic.
- Together, these saints tell a story of courage, education, sacrifice, and evangelization—mirroring the journey of Saint Mark’s parishioners across generation
- Blessed Miguel Pro
  
  A defiant voice of faith during Mexico’s religious persecution. Executed for performing his priestly duties, he died with arms outstretched in Christ’s likeness, boldly proclaiming: “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” (Long live Christ the King!). A relic of his finger bone was brought to Venice from Mexico City by three members of the School Board in the Summer of 2023.
- Blessed Marie Rose Durocher
  
  A pioneering educator and founder of the Sisters of the Holy Name, whose vision helped establish Saint Mark School. A first class relic was brought to Saint Mark in the centennial year 2023 by Sister Martha Rolley, SNJM, former Principal of the school, and Sister Miriam Malone, former teacher.
- Saint Candidus
  
  A Roman soldier of the Theban Legion and martyr whose relics were brought to California by Bishop Amat, the first bishop of Los Angeles.
- Artwork at Saint Mark
  
  Loaves and Fishes Mural
  
  Discover our Stained Glass Windows
  
  Christ with Cartoons
- The Artist: Presa Hall — Beauty with Purpose
  
  Commissioned for her deeply humanistic style and passion for community impact, Presa Hall brings this mural to life with her signature fusion of beauty and meaning. A proud voice for women in the arts, Hall says her goal is simple but powerful: to create art that unites, uplifts, and inspires.
  “I want people to see this mural and feel a part of something bigger—something hopeful,” said Hall. “Art has the power to change the way we see the world, and this mural is my offering to this community.”
  
  To learn more about Presa Hall and her art, click here Art by Presa
- Time-Lapse of Saints: Presa Hall’s Mural Creations
  
  Take a front-row seat as artist Presa Hall transforms walls into radiant portraits of Blessed Miguel Pro, Sainte Marie-Rose Durocher, Saint Candidus of Thebes, and Saint Mark. Painted entirely freehand with spray paint and layered techniques, these mosaic-inspired murals fuse sacred tradition with bold, modern design—inviting reflection on faith, courage, and beauty.