Phil Ponder was an incredibly important person to many people in the Old Hickory, Hermitage, Donelson community. His art is everywhere in Nashville, especially his iconic skylines which have documented the ever changing landscape of downtown Nashville for decades.

A husband, father, grandfather and mentor to many, including myself, Phil was a talented artist and community leader. We have so much to thank him for.

In addition to his impact on our community he was also a leader at his church home, St. Stephen Catholic Community. Phil and his family were "barn people" founding members of St. Stephen when it got its start at our current location on Lebanon Road when members celebrated Mass in the humble cattle barn that came with the property until funds were raised to build a church building.

Phil's legacy will live on in Nashville, Hermitage and St. Stephen in many ways for many years to come. I created this image in memory of Phil. Sales of this limited release magnet will benefit the high school students of the youth group that I lead at St. Stephen who are fundraising for a pilgrimage to Rome this coming May.

Thank you for your support.