Madonna Icon

The Vladimir Icon of the Theotokos (Mother of God), known as Eleousa (merciful, compassionate), inspired this icon. The Vladimir Icon is believed to be the first painted image of Mary, created by the evangelist Luke in situ. A characteristic feature is that Christ touches Mary's cheek, and she points to Him with her right hand. The Virgin Mary and Christ Child are surrounded by vines, to remind us that Christ is the Vine and we communicate and connect with God through the Vine of the Holy Communion. He is our nourishment.