The Cathedral and the Soldier
The Cathedral and the Soldier is a reflective personal essay about how the Cathedral of Saint Andrew in Grand Rapids shapes my identity as a “poor fellow soldier of Christ.” Through place-based imagery and personal narrative, the piece explores faith, vocation, resilience, and the way sacred architecture can mirror an interior journey.
In this personal narrative, an afternoon spent chasing an elusive bass turns into a lesson on pride, persistence, and the quiet grace hidden beneath everyday frustrations. What begins as a fishing story becomes a reflection on faith, memory, and growing up on Chapin Lake.