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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Jesus mural veiled as Missions Conference sparks conversation with “What if you never heard?”

A black tarp covers over the infamous Jesus Mural at the center of Biola's campus two days before SMU's Missions Conference begins. March 3, 2025.
SMU builds anticipation for Missions Conference by covering the Jesus mural two days in advance.
Emanuel Gomez, Staff Writer • March 17, 2025

Biolans awoke this morning to an unexpected campus development: the landmark Jesus mural is gone. All that remains is a black veil with a single question: “What if you never heard?” The Jesus Mural, a 40-foot tall depiction of Jesus Christ by American mural painter Kent Twitchell entitled "THE...