The Christ #9

Volume 9 of Kingstone's The Christ series brings one of the most tender and recognizable scenes from the Gospels to vivid life, with Jesus seated beneath a tree, arms outstretched welcomingly as a group of children gathers joyfully around him — disciples and onlookers watching from behind. Writer Ben Avery and artist Sergio Cariello give the moment a warm, humanizing energy, the figures rendered with expressive faces and lively movement that draws readers right into the scene. A thoughtful addition to this ongoing 2016 series for anyone exploring faith-based storytelling in comics form.