Liturgical Art (Page 4)

St. Mark Narthex wall

As we head toward Epiphany

The liturgical art creation for this Christmas Epiphany season continues to evolve.  Here, as of January 8th, is what the Narthex wall behind the alter looks like. Thanks again to David Nelson for continuing on as the “Artist in Residence” at St. Mark Lutheran Church.

Christmas Eve 2011

Advent Christmas Epiphany Liturgical Art

David Nelson has, once again, blessed us with the creation of a seasonal  mural for the Christmas season. This is the painting on the Narthex wall Christmas Eve.  Come to church each week through Epiphany to watch the artwork unfold. Thank you, David, for enhancing our worship experience with your beautiful art!

The Creation Story

Sanctuary Wall boasts Creation story

Retired Pastor David Nelson gave the sermon Sunday June 19th in which he explained his latest wall creation – the Creation story.  The first of the seven panels symbolized darkness and chaos and was done with silver and black.   The second panel depicts the creation of the sky and was inspired by David’s youth…

Easter Liturgical Art Sanctuary Wall 2011

Easter Sunday

On Easter, the wall behind the altar changed from purples, whites, and barren trees to spring greens, yellows, and new life.  With the Cross of Flowers, it was a very cheerful background for our two Easter morning celebrations!  The music was spectacular with many instruments accompanying the choir and the hymns. The High School Youth…

Lenten Art to start on Narthex Wall soon!

The Liturgical Art page will show the week by week evolution of the Lenten art starting March 9th, Ash Wednesday. Every week the artist will continue the design and it will be complete  on Easter Morning. How many other churches have a 35 foot x 15 foot canvas in their Sanctuary?