Châsse du Curé d’Ars Live Cam
Located at the entrance to the choir of the old church
Architectural Marvel of the Châsse du Curé d’Ars
Embedded within the Sanctuary of Ars—Sanctuaire d’Ars in eastern France—the Châsse du Curé d’Ars stands as an exquisite example of 19th-century religious craftsmanship. Crafted between 1862 and 1865, this gilded reliquary chest houses the remains of Saint Jean-Marie Vianney, known as the Curé d’Ars, whose ministry transformed the small village of Ars-sur-Formans into a major pilgrimage site. The word “châsse” denotes a sacred container, and this particular reliquary combines materials such as silver, bronze, and vermeil (gilded silver), intricately worked by master goldsmiths from Lyon. Rich ornamentation of vine scrolls, cherubic figures, and Eucharistic symbols emphasizes the connection between the priest’s pastoral care and the sacrament of reconciliation.
