Isn't this painting great? The Bishopric was painted by my sister Jenny in 2002. It's an interpretation of a circa mid-70's photo of Pete Nielson, Bob Tingey (the Bishop) & Dwight Jensen (redish-pink jacket, my father). Together they served the Holliday, Utah 9th Ward. My family has had many, many good times with the Nielson's & Tingey's over the years.It's a fun painting with a bit of an eccentric edge. Beyond that, the symbolism is rich.
- Initially, it's hard to ignore the wild jackets worn by the counselors. Symbolizing the carefree nature of a counselor's role compared to the much heaver burden that a bishop or auxiliary/quorum president bears.
- The big smiles show that there is joy in selfless service. Each of these men were busy fathers (5 or 7 kids each) with important jobs (Pete was a Doctor and Bob & Dwight were business leaders). Yet, these guys show there is always time for service and that it can be fun too.
- Finally, my father & Pete passed on over a decade ago, Bishop Tingey is still with us. As I see these smiling guys while walking around the house, I'm reminded that my father's spirit is close by. That comforts me, especially as I think about him on this Father's Day.
5 comments:
What a talented sister you have and how wonderful that you get to have such amazing and meaningful art hanging in your home!
Jer,
Really nice comment on Dad, Bob and Pete. They truely did teach me how to serve in the church. They did it with almost matter-of-fact dedication. In other words, there was never deliberation of should we or shouldn't we, they just did it and for the most part so did their families. Yesterday Peter was groaning about waking up early on Sunday to go to Priest quorum presidency meeting. I said, "Pete, who's day is it? Yours or the Lord's? Let's rethink it". He's a good boy and was there bright and early. I can't wait to have you and your girls here in CO. Aaron and David have some really sweet tricks to show you on our old tramp. 11 years - no broken bones - manyfum episodes of "crack the egg" and "big butt dad".
See you next week!
Chris your brother
That's an awesome picture!
love it! definitely original...great conversation piece and good missionary opportunity all in one!
I love it! Your sister is talented! It looks great in your house, ,too.
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