Arts and Symbols
I’m on the hunt for some artists.
Part of my teaching load this fall involves teaching a course called “Arts and Symbols in Christian Worship”. As part of my class prep, I have contacted a wide variety of people: everyone from a Greek Orthodox priest to a dramatically inclined, former college roommate who is currently serving as a youth pastor. I’d like to expose the students to a broad range of artistic expressions so that they will be able to see how diverse Christian worship experience can be.
While the Orthodox priest was initially interested, I haven’t heard back from him for a while. He might be having second thoughts. I am, however, excited about our class trip to The Gig in downtown Kitchener. Rob Abbott (The Gig’s pastor) is a friend of mine and is doing some great ministry within the arts community. Coincidently, the Gig also happens to be the community of faith where my father-in-law has found a home.
