ancestors
In
the beginning God created (Genesis 1:1). God is creator, God still
creates today, and He calls us to be creative. We honor our creative God
with the artistic work of our hands.
This year we invite artists to submit their work that contemplates the many meanings and resonances of the theme word:
ancestors
in Scripture, in Christian thought, and in our society today. As prophets had done before her, Mary sang of the ancestors in the Magnificat in Luke 1:46-55:
My soul glorifies the Lord
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has been mindful
of the humble state of his servant.
From now on all generations will call me blessed,
for the Mighty One has done great things for me—holy is his name.
His mercy extends to those who fear him,
from generation to generation.
He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;
he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
He has brought down rulers from their thrones
but has lifted up the humble.
He has filled the hungry with good things
but has sent the rich away empty.
He has helped his servant Israel,
remembering to be merciful
to Abraham and his descendants forever,
just as he promised our ancestors.
Eligibility
Open
to artists working in all media. Entries must be your own original
artwork. Artwork must be consistent to the show theme, although the link
may be more obvious in your description than in the work itself. Each
applicant may submit up to three works. Artwork must have sturdy wire
across the back for hanging; limited space for three dimensional artwork
is available. The St. Matthew Fine Arts Ministry reserves the right to
reject work that is deemed inappropriate or which differs from the
submitted image.
Liability
Legal Agreement & Participant’s Waiver: Submission of work
automatically waives any claim for damage or loss against Art as Worship and St. Matthew Lutheran Church, including
the officers, members, and employees thereof. St. Matthew Lutheran Church will exercise reasonable care
in handling all entries, but will not assume any liability for loss or
damage while in our possession. Work should be independently insured
by the artist.
Entry Procedure
There
is no entry fee nor does the Fine Arts Ministry keep a commission on
any sales. Each artist may submit up to 3 works. Please submit your
information by November 10, 2025.
We have scheduled the Opening Gala to be held on Saturday, November 15 from 6:30 - 9:00 pm. Mark your calendars -- we hope that you will be able to attend this special evening.
The exhibit will hang in our gallery through the end of December. We ask that all artwork remain hanging throughout the length of the exhibit, even if sold.
