Talk about a ‘global’ church!‘Mother Earth’ Comes to Church:Art Installation ‘GAIA’ in German BasilicaOpening the Church to the world was the idea behind the so-called Second Vatican Council (1962-65). How that’s going can currently be seen in the Basilica of St. James in Straubing, part of the diocese of Regensburg, Germany. There a giant, illuminated replica of our globe is hanging from the ceiling as part of a touring exhibition meant to raise awareness concerning our planet.The installation is called ‘GAIA’, just like the Greek earth goddess, and was created by artist Luke Jerram.… READ MORE