Catholic Founders #24 He Built a Mural of St. Joseph In The Heart of Detroit | Daniel Egan
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We’ve got a special episode. Today’s guest has successfully developed a large mural of St. Joseph the Worker in Detroit. He’s here to tell us how it’s done (we even created a written guide to go with it — so be sure to share this around).
In this Email:
* Intro to the Guest and Topic
* The Guide to Building Your Mural
* Core Takeaway
* Episode References
* Select Quotes
* Key Moments
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Today’s Topic & Guest:
* Daniel Egan | The Joseph Wall
* Daniel led the effort to paint a huge mural of St. Joseph the Worker in the heart of Detroit. Daniel reviews how things unfolded as a way to share his lessons with others who are interested in funding similar projects.
The Guide
1. Cast the Vision & Test Feasibility
Clearly define your mural's purpose and imagery. Research local regulations and ordinances regarding public art to ensure your vision is technically possible and avoids legal hurdles.
2. Secure the Location with Written Agreements
Establish firm, written agreements with the property owner before fundraising or beginning any work. This prevents miscommunications and protects the project from unexpected setbacks.
3. Commission the Right Artist
Select an artist who not only possesses the necessary skills for large-scale murals but also understands and aligns with the Catholic ethos and sensibility to produce art that elevates the soul.
4. Assemble a Dedicated Team
Surround yourself with reliable individuals who can assist with legal advice, communication with stakeholders, and overall project management to ensure smooth execution and professional representation of the Church.
5. Plan Your Funding
Once all other ducks are in a row, devise a clear marketing strategy to raise the necessary funds. It's advantageous to secure commitments or even some funds before making public implications about the project's location.
6. Prepare for Obstacles & Adapt
Anticipate challenges and be prepared to iterate and adapt your plans, recognizing that divine timing and unexpected turns can lead to even better outcomes. Remember to allocate funds for ongoing maintenance.
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If you are a fan of this project and want to do one like it. We encourage you to reach out to Daniel directly.
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Forward this post to at least one person who wants to build culture projects in the world.
Core Lesson:
With Culture Projects Like This, Dream Bold and Let God Guide You
They originally planned for the project to go in a different location. The one they got turned out to be even better.
But if they didn’t keep at it, they never would have seen this project come to fruition.
So when you’re building projects like this, don’t be afraid to dream big. But just hold on tightly and keep pushing. God will make it work out.
God Bless & Happy Building!
~Silas Mähner
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Key Episode References:
* Check out The Joseph Wall
* Project Angelus: Download the Project Angelus Chrome extension to help you pray the Angelus regularly
* Book: Life of Christ by Fulton Sheen
* St. Joseph’s Oratory in Detroit
Select Quotes:
* "The fact that you're getting this much backlash is the surest sign that you're right over the target."
* "It was a real test of my faith and confidence that this actually was going to get done."
* "The location of the mural where it ended up was a location that had never occurred to me... it is a location that is so perfect."
* "If we're going to produce Catholic art... you need to make sure you have an artist that's actually capable of doing those things."
* "Building a beautiful church is first and foremost because man is putting the first fruits of his labor to glorifying and magnifying and worshiping Almighty God."
Key Moments: (timestamps)
* 00:27 Introduction to the Catholic Founders Podcast and Daniel Egan's Mural Project
* 04:16 Outcome of the Mural Project
* 06:12 Origin and Timeline of the Mural Idea
* 09:30 Challenges and Hurdles Faced During the Project
* 22:16 Core Ingredients and Order for Building a Mural
* 27:20 The Impact of Having Funds Raised Early
* 31:01 Encouragement for Others to Create Catholic Murals
* 32:53 The Importance of Goodness, Truth, and Beauty in Art and Life
* 35:46 The Value of Beauty in Churches and Inspiring Faith
* 39:37 Fruits and Impact of the Completed Mural
* 43:00 Other Ideas for Inserting Catholic Culture into the World
* 49:15 Framework for Actioning Ideas and Personal Knowledge Management
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