Join friends and neighbors from The Church of the Holy Trinity and The Parish of St. Monica, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Stephen of Hungary as we explore the book All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me, a memoir by Patrick Bringley.

Bringley writes about his decade working as a guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a job he took for solace after his brother's cancer diagnosis. The book explores his experiences among priceless artworks and the diverse community of guards, blending personal grief and healing with an intimate look at the museum's hidden world, becoming a New York Times bestseller praised for its empathy and unique perspective.

Books can be bought from the back of the church and online HERE.

In preparation for our July 30 gathering, visit the Met at your convenience and email one or two photos of your favorite works of art from the Met to Maryann Tyrer.

July 30, 6:30 PM – Evening Prayer followed by refreshments and a short presentation with pictures from Ávila.  Post-reading gathering in the air-conditioned parish center. Beverages will be provided, and all are invited to bring a dessert to share. Parish Center for the Parish of St. Monica, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Stephen of Hungary, 406 East 80th Street.