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Originally Posted by ChristopherPaul  I also thought it a bit pretentious that right at the vestibule when you walk in there hung a larger portrait of Dr. Sproul himself. A brother at my church has recently visited and has said it must have been taken down because it is no longer displayed. |
I mentioned it to my friends who went there, and IIRC, it had been a gift by someone in the church - or a group? - anyway, it was one of those awkward situations where it'd have cause hurt feelings had it not been displayed for at least a while, as the ones who'd arranged for it as a surprise were so pleased about the whole thing.
He didn't actually set out to have a huge painting of himself made so it could be stuck in the entry hall, from what I understand. ;^)
Fond friend(s) thought it'd be a fitting tribute. Can't recall if the occasion had been his birthday or anniversary of ordination or time at the church; it was something like that, I believe.