Arts Blog : Truth and Soul

Painting sucks!

Tony Kim — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:26:00 GMT

Nothing is more frustrating than something you can't do. My journey as an illustrator started when I was young. I loved the medium of pen and paper. However, painting was another story. I just could not control the medium in a way to communicate what...(read more)

He Could Have Called It All Off

Nancy Beach — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 19:48:00 GMT

On this Good Friday, as I read through the Scripture account of that dark day long ago, I am struck by the words of Jesus to his disciples who wanted to get a little reckless with their swords, fighting off the arrest. Jesus said, "Do you not think...(read more)

Entering Holy Week

Nancy Beach — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:09:00 GMT

Yesterday we began the most significant week of the year for followers of Jesus - what we call Holy Week. From the many "Hosannas" sung in churches for Palm Sunday to the joyful songs celebrating the empty grave next weekend, those who claim...(read more)

Mystery of the Spirit's Leading

Nancy Beach — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 17:36:00 GMT

I've been reading lately in the book of Acts, and reflecting on the mysterious ways in which the Holy Spirit led those early believers. Today's passage in Acts l6 described how Paul and his companions tried to enter a place called Bithynia, "but...(read more)

Picasso didn't like you...

Tony Kim — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:37:00 GMT

The 1932 ‘Girl in Front of a Mirror” by Pablo Picasso, depicts a dilemna that we face as creative leaders. The beautiful girl is carefully scrutinizing herself. She is not taking a casual glance in hopes of making a quick improvement. Her desire is to...(read more)

Feeling limp?

Tony Kim — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 17:26:00 GMT

I have a growing excitement with the rise of the amateur artists. With the introduction of Photoshop, Mac tech, hi-end cameras, blogs, and other resources, young artists are resourced more than ever. With that said, I also have a growing concern with...(read more)

Kill the Critics

Tony Kim — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:05:00 GMT

" This morning I saw the country from my window a long time before sunrise," Vincent wrote to his brother Theo, " with nothing but the morning star, which looked very big ." (1889) Vincent Van Gogh, one of the most celebrated artists...(read more)

Who Watches the Watchmen?

Tony Kim — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:26:00 GMT

I went to Watchmen on opening weekend. It's very unlike your typical 'superhero' movie. Regardless if you liked the movie, it did bring up interesting (& controversial) ideas in regards to creative leadership. No, I am not going to talk...(read more)

Unleash Creativity for $9.99

Tony Kim — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:07:00 GMT

I get asked a lot how to start the creative process. How can I be more creative? My advice- A great place to start is buy a sketch/note book. Buy a cheap one for $5-10. It will be the best investment for your creative process. We all know that the creative...(read more)

First Worship

Pam Howell — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:17:00 GMT

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of worshipping at Willow McHenry . The worship leader that morning was Matt Wright, the worship leader from Willow's North Shore regional. I am just getting to know Matt but each opportunity I have to spend time...(read more)

Creativity in a Downturn

Nancy Beach — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:30:00 GMT

With all the bad and scary news about the economy - which affects every single ministry I know, including ours - there are a few upsides. First and foremost, it's apparent that people in general feel more vulnerable and open to spiritual needs and...(read more)

Space

Pam Howell — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:47:00 GMT

wordswithoutspacemakenosense wordswithout space makenosense words without space make no sense lifewithoutspacemakesnosense lifewithout space makesnosense life without space makes no sense remember the Sabbath George White Every Friday & Monday I pray...(read more)

The Joy of the Gospel

Pam Howell — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 23:59:00 GMT

O Lord, God, whose chosen dwelling is the heart of the lowly: We give Thee thanks that Thou didst reveal Thyself in the holy child Jesus, thereby sanctifying all childhood in him. We beseech Thee to make us humble in faith and love, that we may know the...(read more)

Without Him Nothing Was Made

Nancy Beach — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:50:00 GMT

One of my favorite passages in the Bible - one that reads like poetry even in the English language - is the first chapter of the gospel of John. This morning I read those familiar words once again, " without him nothing was made that has been made...(read more)

A Remarkable Display During a Creative Meeting

Nancy Beach — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:30:00 GMT

You have worked very hard on a script for the church Christmas services, thinking through the flow of content, the visual themes, the music selections, every moment crafted carefully in your mind and heart. But now it's time to present this first...(read more)