St. Hyacinth Basilica in Chicago, interior decoration [Polish parishes and churches in Chicago]

It was with reference to the decoration of St. Hyacinth Basilica that John A. Mallin spoke the significant and often quoted words: “As there is nothing too good for God so there is nothing too rich or too precious for God’s earthly homes, His churches”. The artist was convinced of the importance of the decoration of the temple for the spiritual experience of the community, so he made sure that parishioners found a friendly atmosphere the moment they entered the church.