Faithful flock to a portrait of Jesus believed to be weeping

(5/12/04 - ROBSTOWN, TX) — Religious pilgrims in a steady stream are making the voyage to a home just outside of Corpus Christi to catch a glimpse of a picture of Jesus that many say is weeping.

There is a long line of people waiting to enter a tiny house in Robstown. Many of them have already heard about the weeping portrait of Jesus, but they want to come and see it for themselves.

Frank and Ashley Tijerina are exhausted. The teenage parents haven't had a good night's sleep in the four months since their son Isaac was born.

"Every surgery, every little accident that he does, I mean… He's just pulling through, pulling through. And he's strong," said Frank. "I mean, he's probably fighting more than what we are, you know? He's just a strong little boy."

http://abclocal.go.com/wls/news/051204_local_jesus.html

Why not just do it someplace everyone can see it and not be mistaken about the import of it. The moon is perfectly servicible for such an image. Lets just get this over with.

It's always a picture on a glass window that kinda looks like the European paintings of Jesus or Mary. Then Jesus shows up in watermelon slices. Why not on the side of Mt. Rushmore or, as you say, the moon? Come on - let's get some big miracles here!

it wouldn't be because of the war, strife and all the suffering in the world.

What an amazing thing that such a baby could live. I'm not trumpeting "US healthcare is best!" because we all know that's wrong; I'm just amazed at the things medical care can (occasionally) achieve.

As for the Jesus thing, I have no comment.

:evilgrin:

.. or the Byzantine depiction?

Ok, so its not a perfect match. But I have freaked out a theist or two in debate when I let my hair down. :evilgrin:

.. The Famous LookAlike Group who sends out people to parties and get togethers, huh?

If all the actors & portrayers of Jesus were short, dark, & ugly if the 'pop American Culture' would still buy into the theology?

Considering WASP Americans can't even tolerate the historical Christ having darker skin...............

I'm flocking to the belmont for half price drinks.... Won't you join me?

These things are also known as being a great way to pick up some quick cash.

it's skeptical. People have used religion to scam others for centuries - it's a reasonable position.

I could use some quick cash.

Mary, Jesus, etc. Why are they always weeping? You never hear about a laughing or smiling Jesus. What about a winking Jesus? Or a Mary who rolls her eyes?

Perhaps some therapy would help?

I'd love to see that portrait.

Could it be....sh*t runs!

You want to be the most hated, public enemy #1? Show up at one of these window sitings and toss a rock through the window.

:smoke:

Took a sling shot to a Mary window. Wanted the noteriety.

Wouldn't you be if you had George Bush and Tony Blair on your side?