In this five-month course:
…Ministry leaders will:
• be trained in the basics of a variety of art forms, techniques, history, and vocabulary
• have countless opportunities to minister to and pray for artists
• form relationships with artists both inside and outside of the church
…Artists will:
• heal from past wounds caused by criticism and skepticism
• enjoy community with other artists, giving and receiving encouragement and prayer
• serve a local church congregation through prayer, worship, and ministry in the arts
• be challenged to grow in a variety of fine arts mediums, with particular attention to your
chosen fine art emphasis
It is not the goal of this school to determine whether a student is primarily an artist, or primarily a minister to artists, or a mixture of both. There is tremendous interaction between these fields, and we provide everyone with some training in both areas, leaving the application up to God. Seeds of both vocations will be abundantly sown into the life of each student.
Students will have new opportunities to grow in whatever capacities God prepares, whether the student is studying as an artist, as a minister to artists, or both. This program is customized to individual opportunities for training according to the gifts of the student and God’s leading.
Some examples:
Set up art tables and art supplies in the park while volunteers feed the homeless.
Lead a 90-minute devotions / prayer session for a small Bible study of artists.
Create original graphics to bless a local non-profit ministry.
Be a visiting guest artist at a Bible study for victims of domestic violence.
Oversee an administrative task for installing a church art exhibit.
Teach a group of youth on the topic of prophetic art.
Assist leaders of other churches in launching arts ministries at their churches.
Help organize a community mural in the city.
Create artwork or perform during a worship service.
Pray for and encourage artists who perform downtown.
Bring simple art projects to the elderly in nursing homes.
Teach a free art workshop for children in the community.
Course of Study
Required reading (prerequisites):
Imagine by Steve Turner
Heart of the Artist by Rory Noland
Classes and book study topics include:
Various Bible Studies
History of Art and the Church: An Overview
Icons and Guitars: Styles of Worship for the One True God
What Is Art? by Leo Tolstoy
A Humorous Look at Beauty: Barbara Nicolosi in For the Beauty of the Church
Art as Worship: Spontaneity and Excellence in the Holy Spirit
Finding Divine Inspiration by J. Scott McElroy
Isaiah 61: Ministering to the Brokenhearted through Art
Prophetic Art
The Importance of Keeping a Journal
The Missional Artist
Revolutionary Leadership by Tri Robinson
Deploying the Arts in the Local Church
Called to Love Artists: Ministering to Creatives
Prayer Classes and Worship Studies
Course offerings in the arts include the following, and are customized to the individual: (prior artistic experience is helpful but not required, only a willingness to experiment and learn)
Visual Basics: Elements of Design
Songwriting and Poetry
Drawing and Communication
Watercolor (Beginners and Intermediate)
Acrylic Painting (Beginners and Intermediate)
Presenting Scripture through Theater
Drawing the Human Figure (clothed)
Hand-building with Clay
The Potter’s Wheel
Mosaics
Plein Air Sketching and Painting (creating outdoors)
Fees for Creative Arts Ministry School:
Core Classes – $270.00
Books – $70.00
Art supply fee – $230.00
Field Trips – $80.00
TOTAL: $650 for 5 months (40 sessions), or $130/month
Host homes are available upon request based on availability at the cost of $150/month (additional $750.00)