Corpus Without Cross
This corpus tells a sad and ugly story and may be disturbing and
uncomfortable. Looking and thinking may be more important than liking.
Art matters because it provides a communication tool between an artist or designer and the diverse audience who encounters the art. This encounter may generate thought, stimulate conversation, or evoke emotion.
When we first wake up and become aware of light and shape around us, we see. This is a passive experience. We look when we focus our attention on specific objects, images, or details. Looking is active and engaging.
A beautiful piece of art is pleasing to the eye and soul. Sometimes sad and ugly stories need telling and they might be disturbing and uncomfortable. These scenarios share a common goal: to capture attention and to elicit a reaction. Sometimes thinking is more important than liking.
Expressing Grief for Lost Opportunity
The Shower of Stoles is an international collection documenting
several thousand GLBT faith leaders denied serving their call
because of sexual orientation or identity.
Celebrating Ethnic and Cultural Diversity
The Martha Spencer Rogers Crèche Collection features over
190 creches from around the world. This gift directly impacted our
collection philosophy to tell stories from multiple viewpoints.
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The exhibition Art Matters features nine smaller exhibits that illustrate how art is utilized in worship and our corporate life.
Documenting Dialogue
Understanding Other Faith Traditions
Expressing Grief for Lost Opportunity
Building Community
Engaging Global Partnerships
Bridging Political Divide
Celebrating Ethnic and Cultural Diversity
Telling History
Showcasing Members’ Art
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Bridging Political Divide
The painting Jesus is the Bridge depicts children from the USA and Cuba
as separated geographically and politically. The presence of Jesus in the
center of this gulf represents his love for us and demonstrates how he becomes
the bridge across the divide, making our partnership and love for each other possible.
Building Community
The making of art is generally a solitary endeavor. Through Arts Month,
Church School, and other programming for Children, Youth, and Families,
making art frequently becomes a group activity. The 3rd Grade Church School
students each made one panel that together illuminates Psalm 23.
Upcoming Exhibitions:
The Art of John August Swanson
September 12 - November 21, 2010
A collaborative exhibition with Luther Seminary featuring the early political works and current religious images created by John August Swanson. John will be here for an event in October. Details to follow.
Advent Exhibition
Opens November 28, 2010
Lent and Easter Exhibition
What is Design?
Spring 2011
An exhibition of original art created by design professors and others (some connected to the College of Design, UofM) illustrating the elements of design. The exhibiton will introduce both design terminology and theory, and show how and why the principles of design work.
The Westminster Gallery ~ Come for the Art, Stay for the Grace
Download a PDF Self-Guided Tour brochure to learn more about Westminster's art and architecture.
