Christians in Britain are protesting a new art installation at the White Cube in London.  The title of the exhibit--Sonofagod Pictures:  Was Jesus Heterosexual?--was clearly designed to generate publicity, and let's hope that someday sincere but short-sighted protestors realize that they are actually part of such exhibits' marketing strategy.

The exhibit itself, however, is more interesting than the all too predictable rituals of outrage.  It has little to do with Jesus' sexuality, but is rather a critique of the banality of the ways we picture the divine. 

And the Blingdom is the heart of it. 

In panel after panel of their display, the artists illustrate how pins, charms, pendants and other trinkets can actually diminish the supernatural realm.  It's a concern that many believers share with the artists, but one that gets lost in the shuffle of pickets and publicity.

If you're not exactly driving or tube distance from London's East End, you can still see much of this exhibit by going to the White Cube's web site and clicking on "Programme," then "White Cube."