Pietà

Michelangelo’s Pietà is a masterpiece of profound beauty and devotion, capturing the tender sorrow of the Virgin Mary as she cradles the lifeless body of her Son, Jesus Christ. Rooted in Catholic tradition, it reflects Mary’s role as the sorrowful yet faithful Mother, united with Christ’s redemptive sacrifice. Sculpted with exquisite detail, the Pietà invites prayerful reflection on Christ’s Passion and Mary’s unwavering faith, inspiring deep reverence for the mystery of salvation and God’s infinite love. Gate of Heaven Cemetery honors this timeless depiction of the Pietá.

Mother of Sorrow, you held Jesus in your arms, please intercede with your divine Son on our behalf. Ask him to help us to know one another better, to forgive one another more readily, to love one another more deeply.