The Apache Christ painting hangs as the focal point of the century-old Romanesque church whose rock walls soar as high as 90 feet. Artwork of teepees adorns the lectern.

A version of this story appeared in the August 2-15, 2024 print issue under the headline: New Mexico tribe gets back 'Apache Christ' icon, and a new pastor. Advertisement. Advertisement.

The Apache Christ painting hangs behind the altar of St. Joseph Apache Mission church in Mescalero, New Mexico, Saturday, July 13, 2024. The painting, an icon that depicts Christ as a Mescalero ...

The Apache Christ painting hangs behind the altar of St. Joseph Apache Mission church in Mescalero, New Mexico, Saturday, July 13, 2024. The painting, an icon that depicts Christ as a Mescalero ...

Apache Christ Icon Controversy Sparks Debate Over Indigenous Catholic Faith Practices MESCALERO, New Mexico (AP) — Anne Marie Brillante never imagined she would have to choose between being ...

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MESCALERO, New Mexico (AP) — Anne Marie Brillante never imagined she would have to choose between being Apache and being Catholic.

Apache Christ icon controversy sparks debate over Indigenous Catholic faith practices. By Associated Press. Published July 27, 2024 6:14 AM ...