The Rev. Jerry Hogan, of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Circus and Traveling Shows Ministry, wore vestments, made by the costume department from old elephant blankets and decorated with sequined clown faces, crosses and animal prints. Read more (you need to scroll down)

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On the front was Mary, her arms outstretched, with a multicolored shawl draping down from her hands like a circus tent. A lion, a tiger and a dancing dog were at her feet, with a clown, an acrobat, a juggler and others contained within the safety of her tent.

They all stood on a star, at the center of the center ring.

Mary, Cancro explained, protects those who spend their lives in the circus. Continue reading