December 2011
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Chiaroscuro, the artistic term that designates the use of light and dark, is a quality found in Luke’s Christmas narrative. Shepherds living in a blackened field are frightened awake by an assault of shining reality. Good news, the Lord is near. Likewise, our darkened hearts rush when we encounter the living God, illuminating possibilities, igniting bright recognition in our darkened minds.
An infant, like a germ of an idea, enables life to unfold into wondrous possibilities. News of this baby turns fright into adoration. Through art we become messengers in the dark, witnesses of light, always returning to the darkened field with true praise.
This Advent, do not be afraid of the dark; make art.
Sincerely,
Chiaroscuro, the artistic term that designates the use of light and dark, is a quality found in Luke’s Christmas narrative. Shepherds living in a blackened field are frightened awake by an assault of shining reality. Good news, the Lord is near. Likewise, our darkened hearts rush when we encounter the living God, illuminating possibilities, igniting bright recognition in our darkened minds.
An infant, like a germ of an idea, enables life to unfold into wondrous possibilities. News of this baby turns fright into adoration. Through art we become messengers in the dark, witnesses of light, always returning to the darkened field with true praise.
This Advent, do not be afraid of the dark; make art.
Sincerely,
Warren Jackson
Warren finds the challenge of being an artist as both fulfilling and threatening, for it is through his struggles as an actor he frequently finds himself in the presence of God. Attending last year’s vocation group Christmas party, Warren was drawn by the palpable Spirit that flowed among the many artists. Here, amid like-minded individuals he felt fed. Hailing from the Chicago theater scene, Warren’s NY area acting credits include Romeo and Juliet, Aquila Theater and The Clandestine Marriage, Centenary Stage Company. Regional work includes Fences, Clarence Brown Theater (TN) and The Tempest, NC Shakespeare Festival. He has received various award nominations for several of his Chicago works. He holds an MFA in Acting from the University of Arizona. He is currently rehearsing a production of Thornton Wilder’s The Long Christmas Dinner in Brooklyn’s Old Stone House. His prayer request is for the peace that comes from knowing who is ultimately in control.
Artists & designers - do you want to leave your mark at the West 83rd St. Redeemer Worship site? The Children's Ministry is looking for volunteer artists to create some simple murals for their classrooms. Please email Bethany for more information.
Building communities of artists where they
can know and be known by God and one another
A NIGHT OF ADVENT
Monday, December 19, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
We invite all leaders and participants of the Vocation Groups, the Entrepreneurship Initiative, & the Arts Ministry to gather together for an evening of advent cheer. Space is limited. RSVP required HERE. Location received in confirmation.
FAITH & WORK NIGHT
Jan 30 + Feb 27 + Mar 26 + Apr 30 + May 21
Starting in January, ALL Redeemer vocation groups will meet on the last Monday night each month at Redeemer's new W83 building. We'll have individual vocation group breakouts & corporate time for common teaching. Attend with fellowship groups, spouses, friends, and roommates and simplify your calendars!
INTERARTS FELLOWSHIP
JAN 16 - The Artist and Body LIFE
Monday, December 19, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
We invite all leaders and participants of the Vocation Groups, the Entrepreneurship Initiative, & the Arts Ministry to gather together for an evening of advent cheer. Space is limited. RSVP required HERE. Location received in confirmation.
FAITH & WORK NIGHT
Jan 30 + Feb 27 + Mar 26 + Apr 30 + May 21
Starting in January, ALL Redeemer vocation groups will meet on the last Monday night each month at Redeemer's new W83 building. We'll have individual vocation group breakouts & corporate time for common teaching. Attend with fellowship groups, spouses, friends, and roommates and simplify your calendars!
INTERARTS FELLOWSHIP
JAN 16 - The Artist and Body LIFE
Artists creating Christ-centered community,
for the benefit of the Church and our city
FALL JUDIED ART EXHIBITION - LOOKING FOR TRANSFORMATION: INNER AND OUTER SIGHTCome view over 40 works of art and hear live music from Restless Noah Lekas. The Exhibition runs until January 3rd.
Leading the Redeemer congregation to engage with the art of NYC and with its artists, for the purposes of cultural renewal
GOSPEL & CULTURE CONFERENCE RESOURCES
On November 4-5 we held our first conference on faith & work where 450+ participants experienced how God is powerfully at work in the world a gained a new vision for how He sees and uses our work. Dr. Richard Mouw's keynote address and Q&A are available in video format on our website. Continue to check back periodically as we continue to release the other presentations via video. Also, a limited number of Conference Workbooks (with 30-day Through the Bible Devotional) are available for purchase. The cost is $7 per book, plus s&h. Email cfw@redeemer.com to order copies.
"GLIMPSE" LEADERS NEEDED!
The Glimpse events from our Gospel & Culture Conference in November created such a buzz that we just couldn't let them die! What's a Glimpse, you ask? A cultural event (1) based in New York City, (2) experienced in community, (3) which points toward evidence of God’s glory and sovereignty over all things. We are seeking 1 Glimpse per congregation per month starting in January. Spread the word and send your proposal to cfw@redeemer.com. To get an idea, view Glimpses from the conference HERE
WEST SIDE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Starting in 2012, the West Side will add another Sunday service and hundreds of volunteers are needed! To serve one Sunday a month, email phoebe@redeemer.com
On November 4-5 we held our first conference on faith & work where 450+ participants experienced how God is powerfully at work in the world a gained a new vision for how He sees and uses our work. Dr. Richard Mouw's keynote address and Q&A are available in video format on our website. Continue to check back periodically as we continue to release the other presentations via video. Also, a limited number of Conference Workbooks (with 30-day Through the Bible Devotional) are available for purchase. The cost is $7 per book, plus s&h. Email cfw@redeemer.com to order copies.
"GLIMPSE" LEADERS NEEDED!
The Glimpse events from our Gospel & Culture Conference in November created such a buzz that we just couldn't let them die! What's a Glimpse, you ask? A cultural event (1) based in New York City, (2) experienced in community, (3) which points toward evidence of God’s glory and sovereignty over all things. We are seeking 1 Glimpse per congregation per month starting in January. Spread the word and send your proposal to cfw@redeemer.com. To get an idea, view Glimpses from the conference HERE
WEST SIDE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Starting in 2012, the West Side will add another Sunday service and hundreds of volunteers are needed! To serve one Sunday a month, email phoebe@redeemer.com
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