Actors Who Have Portrayed Blessed Mother Mary Since 2001 - Vanessa Benavente - Noa Cohen - Maia Morgenstern - Roma Downey - Keisha Castle-Hughes

 

Looking back since the year 2001, we reflect on the actors and their films or series, who have had the grace to play our Blessed Virgin Mother Mary.  Who is your favorite? 

Let's first reflect on Vanessa Benavente whose exquisite tender portrayal of the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary in the groundbreaking series, "The Chosen," has captivated the hearts of millions around the world. Over the first five seasons, many scenes featuring Vanessa Benavente and Jonathan Roumie have become iconic with repeat viewings sought by many for inspiration. Can an Emmy nomination be forthcoming? 

Now, let's go back to 2004 with the film, "The Passion of Christ," which introduced us to the relatively unknown, Maia Morgenstern who played an unforgettable grief-stricken, tormented Blessed Virgin Mother Mary.  Her empathic anguish broke the hearts of millions.

Here is a wikipedia link to Maia Morgenstern's background. 

Now, we turn to the film, "Son of God," (2014) starring Roma Downey as the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary and Diogo Morgado as Jesus Christ. 

Here is a wikipedia link to Roma Downey's background.

Now, let's turn to the film, Mary (2024), starring Noa Cohen as the Blessed Virgin Mary which traces her life from childhood through the birth of Jesus. 

Here is a wikipedia link on Noa Cohen's background.

Let's now turn to the film, "The Nativity Story" (2006), starring Keisha Castle-Hughes as the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary. 

Here is a wikipedia link to Keisha Castle-Hughes' background. 

We have been blessed with all the above actors who have given remarkable performances. We must support all who have the courage and grace to portray our Blessed Virgin Mother Mary. What are your thoughts? 

COMING SOON: "Armor of Light III," by author, Peter Arnold, the triumphant ending to the Christian angelic mystical suspense ebook series! Keep watching for more details! 

Actors Who Have Portrayed Jesus Christ Since 2001 - Jim Caviezel - Jonathan Roumie - Diego Morgado - Cliff Curtis - Jaakko Ohtonen

 

Looking back since the year 2001, we reflect on the actors and their films or series, who have had the courage to play our, Lord Jesus Christ.  Who is your favorite? 

First, let's go back to 2004 with the film, "The Passion of Christ," starring Jim Caviezel who was relatively unknown then. Here is a wikipedia link. 

Now, there is controversy, as actor, Jaakko Ohtonen has been cast to replace Jim Caviezel in the forthcoming sequel, "The Resurrection of Jesus Christ," directed by Mel Gibson, coming in May, 2027. Shouldn't we be supportive as all the other actors were unknown?  Jim Caviezel was mysteriously 33 years old when he played Jesus Christ . . . now decades have passed. What is your opinion?

Jaakko Ohtonen above as Jesus Christ in the forthcoming film, "The Resurrection of Jesus Christ,"  coming May 2027.  Here is a wikipedia link on Jaakko Ohtonen.

Now, we turn to Jonathan Roumie, who rose to global fame in the groundbreaking series, "The Chosen," which began as a crowdfunded project helmed by creator and director, Dallas Jenkins.

Here is a wikipedia link to Jonathan Roumie. 

Now, let's turn to the film, Risen (2016), whose producers cast, Cliff Curtis in the role of Jesus Christ.  It was a bold casting decision. Shouldn't grace in the role be considered? 

Here is a wikipedia link to actor, Cliff Curtis. 

Now, we turn to the film, "Son of God," (2014) starring Diogo Morgado as Jesus Christ, produced by Mark Burnett and Roma Downey. 

Here is a wikipedia link to actor, Diogo Morgado. 

We have been blessed with all the above actors who have given remarkable performances. We must support all who have the courage and are called to proclaim, Jesus Christ as Savior, Redeemer and Messiah to the world. What are your thoughts? 

COMING SOON: "Armor of Light III," by author, Peter Arnold, the triumphant ending to the Christian angelic mystical suspense ebook series! Keep watching for more details! 

Reflect The Eyes of Jesus Christ - Hope, Unity and Peace - Christians Illuminating Light - Peter Gabriel - Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story - Peter Arnold

Our Q & A Continues With Peter Arnold, Christian Angelic Mystical Suspense Thriller Author, "Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" (eBook series)

Heaven's Doorway Press - Q & A with author, Peter Arnold:

Question: Peter, given the call for national unity and healing, what inspires you on this path of enlightenment?

"We need to be the 'eyes of Christ,' which is Love itself.  First, we must look at each human being as beautifully made with the spark of God.  Each person is unique for this age and time. Second, to remember Jesus Christ's new commandment: 'Love One Another.'  Thus, if we can meditate on these as 'Holy guideposts,' we can stay on the right path of illumination."

"A remarkable song of unity, 'In Your Eyes,' has been resonating with me lately . . . is by the accomplished musician and songwriter, Peter Gabriel.  Below are some of the main lyrics and a performance with Youssou N'Dour. (The link to the video is the caption of the pic)."

"In Your Eyes" Performed By Peter Gabriel and Youssou N'Dour

"After you watch the above video, you may want to discern the hidden treasures in the remarkable lyrics.  Can you imagine if you could gaze right now into the eyes of our Lord Jesus Christ, what would you see? The light of 1,000 churches? Would you see His eternal love for you and the universe reflected in His eyes? Will your eyes be transformed into His vision by the Holy Spirit? Is the light of Jesus Christ's eyes, 'In Your Eyes,'? When you finally see the face of Christ, will you see your face reflected in His eyes? Will your eyes become His eyes as beacons of hope, mercy and love?"

Here are the lyrics to the song for you to contemplate:

“In Your Eyes”

By Songwriter Peter Gabriel

I get so lost, sometimes

Days pass and this emptiness fills my heart.

When I want to run away

I drive off in my car.

But whichever way I go

I come back to the place you are.

All my instincts, they return

And the grand facade, so soon will burn,

Without a noise, without my pride

I reach out from the inside.

In your eyes

The light, the heat

(Your eyes)

I am complete

(Your eyes)

I see the doorway to a thousand churches

(Your eyes)

The resolution of all the fruitless searches

(Your eyes)

I see the light and the heat

(Your eyes)

I want to be that compete

I want to touch the light

The heat I see in your eyes

In your eyes

In your eyes

In your eyes

Love, I don’t like to see so much pain

So much wasted and this moment keeps slipping away

I get so tired of working so hard for our survival

I look to the time with you to keep me awake and alive

All my instincts, they return

And the grand facade, so soon will burn,

Without a noise, without my pride

I reach out from the inside.

In your eyes

The light, the heat

(Your eyes)

I am complete

(Your eyes)

I see the doorway to a thousand churches

(Your eyes)

The resolution of all the fruitless searches

(Your eyes)

I see the light and the heat

(Your eyes)

I want to be that compete

I want to touch the light

The heat I see in your eyes

In your eyes

In your eyes

In your eyes

Accepting all I’ve done and said

I want to stand and stare again

’Til there is nothing left, whoa,

It remains there in your eyes

Whatever comes and goes

Oh, it’s in your eyesI

PART XXXVIII of our interview with author, Peter Arnold to be continued . . .

                                                                    

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