Teen's Faith

THE VAST MAJORITY of teens say religion is important in their lives and guides their decisions. Even in the sensitive area of sexuality, they say they follow their faith and want more direction from their pastors.

Source: National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, Sept. 25.

Edward Reginald Frampton, “The Voyage of St. Brendan,” 1908, Chazen Museum of Art, Madison, Wisconsin.

Which Way Is Heaven?

J.R.R. Tolkien’s mystic west was inspired by the legendary voyage of St. Brendan, who sailed on a quest for a Paradise in the midst and mists of the ocean.