This image tries to convey the duel nature of God's call.
We may be lucky enough to receive palms (glory, honor,
majesty) but we also must accept the crown of thorns as
part and parcel of God's purpose.
Sister Claire Joy is in her third year of candidacy with
the Community of the Holy Spirit. Before her call to the
religious life her interest in art spanned over 30 years.
Various jobs and skills included photography, TV &
AV production, 3-D animation, graphic design and sacred
art. She completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Painting
and Graphic Design at the University of North Florida,
and holds an Associate’s degree in Business Management.
She currently designs the community newsletter AweWakenings
and writes a blog detailing her journey of discernment
to the religious life (http://clairejoy.blogspot.com)
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