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More than 50 murals grace more than 5,000 square feet of The Chapel's wall and ceilings, created and colored by Sam in the rich hues of the Renaissance art that inspired him. Within these inspiring images of hope and faith, Butcher's beloved Precious Moments characters portray historic Biblical figures in murals depicting the Creation, a tribute to the arts, Old Testament Bible stories, heroes of the New Testament, acts of service, the life of Jesus and the parables of Jesus.
Children's activities on Grandpa's Island (a child-sized castle that Butcher built for his grandchildren) are also depicted. One last mural portrays Hallelujah Square in the kingdom of Heaven, a place where families are reunited, hurts are mended and all are happy. Visitors will note that the Christ figure, at the center of this mural, is the only non-Precious Moments figure depicted in the chapel.
Perhaps the most impressive painting; however, is the 1,400-square-foot ceiling mural inspired by Michelangelo's Creation in the Sistine Chapel. In a test of faith, determination and talent, Butcher painted the breathtaking scene of cherubic angels floating among clouds. This was especially challenging, as Butcher had to lie flat on his back on a scaffold 35 feet in the air.

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