In times like these there is a need for people, even unbelievers, to process and pray in a dedicated calming sacred space. Such a place can be a wonderful gift to the community. Most church buildings are closed to the … Read More
Drive-Thru Church? You mean, “Would you like a prayer and fries with that?” Not exactly. With most states under “stay at home” orders, people are only allowed to make essential trips, like to the grocery store. Could it be possible … Read More
Some churches are turning to Drive-In Sunday services during the Covid-19 crisis. (UPDATE: See the update below for details on acquiring an FM Transmitter.) When Rev. Sara Lamb’s husband suggested trying Drive-In church service at their church, she was skeptical. … Read More
The arts can help us connect in a deep and immediate way with the celebrations and elements of the Christian faith. Artful expressions of these things can bring them to life and personalize them for us. For many Evangelical Protestants, … Read More
Concept: Use rough and smooth stones to help the congregation mark and remember an important shift in thinking and belief: from lies to truth. Background: The Stones: Most Christians are familiar with the Biblical use of stones to commemorate or … Read More
Crosses painted live in Good Friday church services, then defaced, have a powerful impact. (Adapted from Creative Church Handbook) Concept: Provide a visual assist to the Good Friday story by painting three crosses on 4 x 8 Ft. sheets of … Read More
The arts and creativity are an excellent means to envision the future. Architects make plans and models of proposed structures, or storyboard artists sketch the scenes of a film well before their subjects exist. Its not uncommon for art to … Read More
Could play equal God’s love in the mind of a child? A British group called “The Flying Seagull Project” was recently featured on the BBC for their work of bringing joy and laughter to struggling children; particularly refugees. The group … Read More
A new British report documents and affirms the healing power of the arts using extensive research, interviews, and case studies. Artsy.net brings us an editorial review with some highlights, below. This new research begs the question, “What can churches … Read More
Here’s something inspiring from Rock Harbor Church in Costa Mesa, CA. The church rents an amphitheater at the Orange County fairgrounds for Easter, and puts on an event like this most years. This one was done in 2012 and called … Read More