Mother Angelica's Foundation of EWTN and Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament

Mother Angelica, a Franciscan nun, founded EWTN, Eternal Word Television Network, and the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament in Alabama. She established the shrine to bring unity and peace during the civil rights movement, drawing inspiration from St. Francis and St. Clare. The shrine houses a church crafted in a European style and a castle, emphasizing a knight-like devotion to Christ. While the church facade exudes grandeur and opulence, featuring gold accents and a prominent monstrance, the interior hides a bloody crucifix depicting Christ's suffering, illustrating the paradoxical nature of Christ's glory in humility and sacrifice.