Rolf Rohn Develops Inspiring Statuary Plan to Deepen Catholic Devotion

Father Troy Gately and Pete Prados unpacking the Crucifix

Rolf Rohn has built a reputation of transforming visions into realities. One of his latest transformations is the renovation of St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Houston, Texas, for which we have shared several sneak peaks over the course of the project. In addition to a stunning mural installation, the renovation includes new custom designed flooring and liturgical furniture illuminated by a state of the art lighting system, all designed and executed by Rolf and his team. The Rohn team also meticulously restored treasured statuary, which has served as a source of devotion to parishioners for years. In addition, new devotional statues were introduced along with support spaces for both. The original wooden crucifix was restored and relocated to the chapel, and a new awe-inspiring crucifix was installed, which will serve as the focal point of the church’s sanctuary and interior.

The local community supported this renovation financially as a labor of love and expression of devotion to God for 50 years of blessings. Fundraising was supported by drawings created by Rolf, who worked closely with Father R. Troy Gately, Pastor, to conceptualize each statue, focusing on a particular devotion of the parish. Rohn’s staff artists created intricately detailed preliminary sketches and designs that served as an inspiration to Rolf Rohn’s handpicked master craftsman, who handcrafted each statue. Upon completion, this treasured church will shine even brighter as a beacon of faith and devotion to honor God.

St. John Vianney Statuary Plan

Side shrine statuary:
          Immaculate Conception, Patroness of the Diocese of Galveston-Houston
          St John the Baptist
          St. Joseph

Transepts:
          St. Theresa of Lisieux
          St. Francis of Assisi

Nave:
          St. Monica 
          St. Anthony
          St. Anne with Blessed Mother and Child
          St. Judas
          Stations of the Cross

Narthex:
          St. Peter
          St. Paul

Please check back often to see the progress of this journey of renewal as we feature each step in the execution of this glorious master plan.

St. Monica and St. Theresa conceptual art (left) and wood carvings in progress (right)