Secondary Visual Arts For Worship
Complementing the Table or altar, font, and pulpit in a space for Christian worship are a variety of secondary visual arts that heighten the impact of the primary visual arts, serve the function of the primary visual arts, and contribute to the celebrative ethos of the worship space. The secondary visual arts in this section include contributions by sculptors, weavers, potters, painters, and a variety of other artists and provide many opportunities for ongoing contributions by visual artists to the worship life of the local congregation.…
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Chapters & Articles in Secondary Visual Arts For Worship (13)
Because worship celebrates the gospel, the most visual images of worship are those which express the body of Christ…
The Eastern church has long valued the significance of icons as sources of revelation in worship. With insights fro…
Along with the Table or altar, the vessels used for sacrament are also important in communicating its meaning. This…
This article discusses both theological and historical perspectives on the use of vestments in worship, referring b…
Vestments, which have a long and venerable history in liturgical practice, provide many opportunities for artistry …
Many technical terms are used to describe the variety of vestments and textile arts used in worship. These terms ar…
Banners are found in sanctuaries of large cathedrals and small rural churches. This article offers some means for e…
Lights serve both a utilitarian and symbolic function in worship. This article traces the history of candles, lamps…
The one symbol used in perhaps every tradition of worship is the cross. This article presents advice on appropriate…
Flowers are commonly used in the worship space but are not always subject to the same level of reflection as other …
One medium of art that has been almost exclusively associated with Christian churches is that of stained glass. Som…
At times a piece of visual art opens possibilities for creating sermons or reflections on Scripture readings in wor…
Many artistic works are created for a specific time or purpose; the artist does not intend for such temporary art t…