AN exhibition of paintings telling the gospel story through art has been launched at St Mary’s Priory. Scenes include the nativity of Jesus and other paintings are planned throughout the year.

Local artist, Jez Thomas said, ‘I simply aim to inspire people with the story of the gospels, it has been extremely profitable to me spiritually already.’

Thirty pictures are planned and when all are completed they will tell the whole story of Jesus. The plan is to take the paintings on tour of Churches, Chapels and especially pop-up venues around the country, when their time at St Mary’s Priory comes to end.

Alongside the painting will be poems reflecting the scene written by Fr Tom Bates, the Priory’s Sub-Prior.

The Prior, Canon Mark Soady said, ‘It is great to be working in partnership with such a talented artist as Jez on this exciting project.