Lamb of god, you take away the sins of the world, grant us peace

St. Sebastian, the multitudes demanded your death. You were judged and found guilty of loving the wrong person. The crowds gathered and led you deep into the forest where your screams wouldn’t be heard by the children of the village. All of the angels and saints watched through the branches of the trees as you were shot with arrows. They sat by as your life blood drained away.

It is to you, Saint Sebastian that I pray to. It is you that I beg for assistance. Please help me find my true love. Shine your light in the darkness of this forest so I might find my way into the arms of my love. Thank you. Amen.

Watercolor and gold on paper. Copyright 2010 by Kelley Vandiver