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As Thanksgiving approaches, this week offers a meaningful moment to pause and reflect on the spirit of the season. Beyond familiar traditions, Thanksgiving is a time centered on gathering , connection, and recognizing the people who bring light into our lives. This season highlights how community shapes every meaningful experience. Growth, learning, creativity, and service all flourish when people come together. Whether through collaboration, encouragement, or a simple act

An Inside Look at the Sphere of Light from One of Its Visionary Creators Today we’re excited to introduce artist Kylee Lawyer, one of the talented painters currently working on the Sphere of Light Project. Glass painting has been used since as early as 2000 BCE and has long been a powerful medium for storytelling. We’re grateful to incorporate this art form into this project and highlight the intricate details it brings to each piece. About the Artist Q: Can you share a bit

Every great work of art begins with a single vision, but comes to life through collaboration. When people come together bringing unique skills, experiences, and hearts aligned toward a common purpose, something far greater emerges. Collaboration is creativity magnified. At Roots of Humanity, collaboration is not just part of the process, it is part of the message. Every artist, designer, craftsman, and storyteller contributes to one unified vision: to bring light to the human

How do you find joy in the journey? With gratitude. Is it possible to be grateful even for challenges? What benefit comes from choosing gratitude in all things? Gratitude always leaves you with something. It provides meaning in the middle of the mess — a purpose that transforms difficulty into growth. Whatever the challenge may be, gratitude can turn it into something positive: greater compassion, strength, resilience, or understanding. Gratitude always leads to more. Gratit

After nearly a year in Washington, D.C., the Believe in Him stained-glass windows have been carefully taken down—a moment filled with both gratitude and emotion. During their time in the nation’s capital, these windows have touched countless hearts. Visitors from all walks of life paused before the glass to reflect on its stories of love, unity, and faith. Each panel carried a message that expressed what words could not, inviting all who saw it to look inward and upward. One

An Inside Look at the Sphere of Light from One of Its Visionary Creators Today we’re excited to introduce artist Mason Winter, one of the glass pickers and artists at Holdman Studios. Mason goes into detail about the many aspects of his job and what being part of this project means to him. We are so grateful to have him on our team, along with others who are truly shaping the Sphere of Light into a reality! About the Artist Q: Can you share a bit about your background and

Every significant endeavor will include moments when the weight of the vision feels almost too heavy to carry. When the goal is to create something that touches hearts, fosters understanding, bridges cultures, and reflects the light of humanity itself, the path can feel nearly impossible. The Sphere of Light is more than just a building, it’s an idea: a living symbol where art and learning illuminate the path to peace and purpose. But building something so uniquely monumental

Light has qualities and power beyond human comprehension. It is a symbol of hope and divine presence, a reminder of possibility and resilience, and a provider of clarity and transformation. While we may not understand the entirety of its complexity and exactly how it works in the universe, we do know is that it is a crucial element of life itself being the foundation of physical, spiritual, and emotional progression. At Roots of Humanity, light is more than an element of the

We’re thrilled to announce that a replica of the Believe in Him windows have arrived in St. George — and this time, it’s here to stay!...

An Inside Look at the Sphere of Light from One of Its Visionary Creators Today we’re honored to introduce Gayle Holdman — Co-Founder of...

Photo Credit: August Miller This past week has been difficult for our friends and colleagues at Utah Valley University. Our hearts are...

With recent events here in the U.S., along with the anniversary of 9/11, our hearts are heavy. It’s overwhelming to witness not only the...

At the Roots of Humanity Foundation, we believe every season carries its own light. This fall, we invite you to share that light with...

An Inside Look at the Sphere of Light from One of Its Visionary Creators Today, we’re excited to introduce another incredible artist...

The Believe in Him windows were born out of the profound impact of the Come Unto Me window in Rome, Italy. That original piece touched hearts across the globe — inspiring, uplifting, and strengthening the faith of all who saw it. But for many, there was a lingering sadness: they might never have the chance to stand before it in person. That longing sparked a new vision. The Believe in Him windows were created to travel, bringing the message and beauty of stained glass to

~ Building the Sphere of Light Together ~ At its heart, the Sphere of Light is more than just a building — it’s a monument to unite...

At Roots of Humanity, we believe in the transformative power of a single spark—one person’s courage, love, or vision can light a path for...

In this exclusive interview, he shares what it truly means to be an artist and what it’s been like to bring the Sphere of Light to life—both personally and artistically.

Creating a stained glass window is both an artistic and technical journey—a process that blends classical craftsmanship with modern...

We are thrilled to announce that creation has begun on the first level of stained glass for the Sphere of Light . Above, you’ll see the...