"When I moved to Los Angeles, I discovered that the general perception about Hollywood by people outside Southern California is of glamorous celebrities, powerful studio executives, Beverly Hills, and, of course, the Oscars, but not necessarily a place where faith informs entertainment. I meet people who believe that Hollywood is anti-religious or pushing agendas contrary to a Christian worldview, a creator of cultural artifacts that demean the human person and destroy morals.
"There are definitely those elements present, but it is not the case for every film set or person working in the industry. There are many whose faith informs their craft; they want to make a difference by telling stories that uplift and inspire.
"Hollywood, and the industry it represents, is a place where art, creativity, and storytelling come together. It is also a place populated by searchers. . . ."
In a recent article in St. Anthony Messenger, Sister Nancy Usselmann, FSP, profiled seven prominent persons in Hollywood who shared their experiences of being Catholic in the movie industry.
To access the complete St. Anthony Messenger article, please visit:
St. Anthony Messenger: Catholics in Hollywood (June/July 2021)
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