Third Street Mission
Last fall, St. Paul’s celebrated “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday by rolling up their yellow sleeves and digging in to help spruce up Third Street Park. Now we hope to build upon the ministry we have begun, and look for more ways to share the love of Jesus Christ with our neighbors. Leading up to this year’s return to Third Street park, we are looking for more ways to listen, care, go, and connect to God’s mission in this neighborhood. But it can only happen if people commit to being involved! Everyone is encouraged to break out their yellow shirts and participate in the following events:
Operation Spring Clean-up
Tuesday, May 5 from 5p-8p
What is it? A city-wide campaign to clean up the city
What should I expect? The city will be providing all the materials needed and a list of work that needs to be done. It will include pulling weeds, picking up trash, and painting the playground equipment.
Why be involved? This is an excellent opportunity to go into the neighborhood, connect with community-minded neighbors, and show that St. Paul’s cares about the well-being of this park and neighborhood.
How can I help? Put on your God’s Work. Our Hands. T-shirt and show up to the park! City park department workers and volunteers will be on hand to direct volunteers. If you don’t feel up to working, you could stop by with some waters and treats for the other volunteers!
Neighborhood Walk
June 24, 5p-7p
What is it? A walk through the neighborhood to invite people to the service & picnic in the park.
What should I expect? We’ll meet at Third Street Park for instructions and prayer. Then participants will be sent out into the neighborhood in pairs or triads to canvass the area.
Why be involved? Caring and helping begins with listening. We will listen to the community through observation and conversation with those who live there, and invite them to connect with St. Paul’s at worship in Third St Park the following Sunday.
How can I help? Help spread the word and encourage people to participate. Volunteers will also be needed to create invitations for worship and help coordinate the walk ahead of time. And then show up wearing yellow! We’ll gather at the park briefly at five, then gather together around 6:30pm for a short debriefing.
Worship & Picnic in 3rd St Park
June 28, 10:30 am, picnic to follow
What is it? Worship outdoors, followed by a picnic.
What should I expect? Service will begin at 10:30 and will follow the liturgy we have traditionally used in our park services, including communion. Afterwards, a picnic will be served.
Why be involved? Worship is central to our being as Christians. Through worship, we show care for and listen for God. Through Word & Sacrament, we are receive God’s care for us and the strength to go into the world, to live and serve God and neighbor.
How can I help? We will need several people to pitch in and provide food. The altar guild will also need help setting up for the service that morning. On the day of the event, show up, be bold, be kind. Engage one another and the community in conversation.
Preparations for God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Early August (date & time to be determined)
What is it? Planning for activities and assigning roles for “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday.
What should I expect? Assessing our work from the previous year, sharing what we have heard or learned over the summer, short time of brainstorming, and planning activities and publicity.
Why be involved? By tending to the work of preparation, we show we care and create ways for others to connect to God’s work. By working together, we learn to listen and connect to each other in faithful and productive ways.
How can I help? If you would like to be part of the planning team, please email the church office.
God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Sunday, Sept 13, 9a-2p
What is it? We will begin with a short morning prayer liturgy and communion. We will then break off into groups and assign the work to be done. Lunch will be provided.
What should I expect? To get dirty! We will begin with a short morning prayer liturgy and communion. We will then break off into groups and assign the work to be done. Lunch will be provided.
Why be involved? We are called by God to go and participate boldly in God’s reconciling work in the world. By caring for creation, we care for God and our neighbors, and connect with one another, the church, and the community through loving acts of service.
How can I help? Plan to attend service and stay to help out. Share the event with others, via Facebook, email and word of mouth. We will also hoping to provide activities after service for the children, and are currently accepting ideas. More specifics about tools, supplies, etc. will be available after the planning meeting.
Introducing Two New Featured Artists
St. Paul’s is proud to welcome two new artists to be featured in this year’s Art of the Passion.
Mary Beth Button is well-known for her series of the Stations of the Cross addressing mental illness and other social issues, which have been featured in Christian Century magazine. She is a graduate of Tisch School of arts at NYU and is currently pursuing a Master of Theological Studies at the Candler School of Theology at Emory University.
Cynthia Young has worked in the creative arts for over 30 years and presently serves as the Executive Director of the Sullivan Munce Cultural Center. As an artist who works across a variety of media, she enjoys participating in projects that “allow her to expand her creativity and innovation.”
Art of the Passion is a unique art exhibit that commemorates Christ’s passion & resurrection by bringing together the creative work of several artists into a single, meditative gallery walk. For more information about this year’s exhibit, see below.
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This year, Art of the Passion will feature two sets of the stations. Leading up to Good Friday, Stations of the Cross invites visitors to a deeper experience of story of Christ’s journey to the cross. Then on Easter Sunday, Stations of the Light picks up the story with the Resurrection, and guides visitors along the disciples’ journey with Jesus to Pentecost.
The exhibit is hosted by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Frankfort, Indiana
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Stations of the Cross March 21 – April 3 Sundays: 12 pm – 3 pm Monday – Friday: 4pm – 8 pm Saturday: 10am – 4 pm
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Stations of the Light April 5 – April 18 Sundays: 12 pm – 3 pm Monday – Friday: 4pm – 8 pm Saturday: 10am – 4 pm
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Expanded ‘Art of the Passion’ returns
Press Release: Art of the Passion
For Immediate Release
Twenty-four Artists Featured in Art of the Passion Art Exhibit
Twenty-four award winning and notable artists will be featured in a four week religious art exhibit commemorating Holy Week and Easter through a collaborative depiction of the Stations of the Cross and the Stations of the Light.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Frankfort, Indiana, is host to the reflective and meditative gallery-walk March 22-April 18, 2015.
A juried exhibit, Art of the Passion commemorates Christ’s passion and resurrection.
The 2015 exhibit brings together the creative work of a variety of artists into a meditative gallery walk.
The exhibit features two sets of stations.
Leading up to Good Friday, Stations of the Cross invites visitors to a deeper experience of the story of Christ’s journey to the cross.
Then, on Easter Sunday, Stations of the Light will open and continue the story with the Resurrection, as it guides visitors along the disciples’ walk with Jesus to Pentecost.
Twenty four artists have been chosen to interpret an assigned station within their own interpretation and style. The result is a dynamic and contemplative experience for the visitor and artist alike.
Featured Artists for 2015
Stations of the Cross
March 22-April 3
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 4-8
Saturday: 10-4
Sunday: 12-3
Ann Dahman: Logansport, IN
Teresa Martin: Julian, PA
Brenda Buckingham Ehrmann: Frankfort, IN
He Qi: Minneapolis, MN
Barb Kinsler: Frankfort, IN
Von Biggs: Indianapolis, IN
Thea Wilder: Frankfort, IN
Kerry Jackson: Indianapolis, IN
Bridgid Manning Hamilton: Lafayette, IN
Daniel Driggs: Frankfort, IN
Ann Lahr: Corvalis, OR
Ed Selvidge: Camden, IN
Mirvia Eckert: Indianapolis, IN
Susan Fox: Pittsboro, IN
Stations of the Light
April 5-April 18
Monday-Friday: 4-8
Saturday: 10-4
Sunday: 12-3
Beth Crawford: Denver, CO
Elias Garza: Frankfort, IN
Trish Williams: Peoria, IL
Daniel Driggs: Frankfort, IN
Stephanie Robertson: Indianapolis, IN
Brenda Buckingham Ehrmann, Frankfort, IN
Laura Fox-Wallis: Rock Hill, SC
Dwayne Daehler: Lafayette, IN
Cheryl Kaldahl: Lafayette, IN
Wayne Schedler: Lexington, KY
Marge Burkholder: Plymouth, IN
Von Biggs: Indianapolis, IN
Moises Garcia: North Manchester, IN
He Qi: Minneapolis, MN
VENUE
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
2029 S State Road 39
Frankfort, IN 46041
CONTACT INFORMATION
Pastor Joshua Burkholder
pastor@stpauls39.org
765.654.5933
Carol Rodibaugh
carolrodibaugh@yahoo.com
765.586.5172
Group Tours: Mondays – Fridays available, by appointment only
Contact:
Marshall Smith
mpsmith900@sbcglobal.net
765.659.1615
Holy Week
Community Lenten Breakfasts
2014 Lenten Breakfast Series
Sponsored by the Clinton County Ministers’ Association
Breakfasts begin at 8AM every Saturday in Lent.
DATE LOCATION
March 8 St. Matthew UMC, 1951 Wilshire Dr
March 15 1st Christian Church/Disciples of Christ, 58 S Columbia St.
March 22 T.B.D.
April 5 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 2029 S State Rd 39
April 12 Harmony Hall, Wesley Manor, 1555 N Main St
Gallery Hours, January 12 – 18
The He Qi art display at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will be open to the public during the following day & hours:
Sunday, January 12: The gallery will open following morning worship (which begins at 10:30 a.m.) and remain open through 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 14: The gallery will be open from 3 p.m. -6 p.m.
Friday, January 17: The gallery will open immediately following the presentation by artist He Qi (7:00 p.m./Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) and remain open during the following reception until 9 p.m.
A limited number of the newly published “Art of He Qi” and select posters of artwork will be available for purchase.
If you have a small group that would like to visit the exhibit or would like to visit at another specific time, please contact the church at office@stpauls39.org.
He Qi Exhibit to open Sunday, January 12th
Due to inclement weather, the gallery featuring the art of He Qi was unable to open this past week. Beginning this coming Sunday, the gallery will be open for public viewing on each week following Sunday morning worship until 2pm. Additional days and hours to be determined. Select posters and the recently published book, The Art of He Qi, will be available for purchase during gallery hours.
Meet the artist: He Qi will also be speaking about his life and art at St. Paul’s on Friday, January 17, at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30p. Following the event, a light reception will be provided and the gallery will remain open to visitors until 9pm.
The Art of He Qi
Baptism of Jesus (2005)
©He Qi
Artist to Speak on Jan. 17; Artwork on Display from Jan. 6 to March 2
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Frankfort, Ind., will be hosting the work of He Qi, a Chinese artist whose distinctive style blends traditional Chinese materials and methods with unique interpretations of classic Christian scenes. “
The artwork will be on display in the church’s gallery space at 2029 S. State Rd. 39, Frankfort, Ind., from Jan. 6 – March 2, and He Qi will be present at the same location to speak about his life and work on Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at 7 p.m. A brief reception for the artist will be held immediately following his talk, both of which are free and open to the public.
Please contact St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at office@stpauls39.org or visit St. Paul’s facebook page for specific exhibit hours or more information about this event.
Coming of age during the Cultural Revolution in 1970s China, He Qi learned to paint by copying portraits of Chairman Mao. At that time, he also encountered a copy of Raphael’s “Madonna and Child” printed in a magazine. The image caught his attention, and he soon began copying it, as well, but did so in secret.
Such diversity of influences remains evident in his work. Dr. Richard Melheim, “It’s Chagall meets Matisse meets Picasso meets the East.”
Currently residing in Minnesota, He Qi studied at Nanjing Normal University, Nanjing Art Institute in China, and Hamburg Art Institute in Germany. He was the first person from mainland China to earn a Ph.D. in religious art after the Cultural Revolution, and currently serves as a guest professor at Drew University.
He’s artwork has been on display throughout Europe, Asia, and North America; it has also been featured in a variety of publications, including Christianity Today and The Washington Post.
The exhibit will be open to the public during gallery hours; admission is free, but donations to St. Paul’s Art of the Passion are welcome. Posters of He Qi’s work, along with his new artbook, will be available for purchase.
For more information, contact office@stpauls39.org
Community Impact Grant
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is pleased to announce the
Community Impact Grant.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invites organizations, individuals, and churches in Clinton County and adjacent counties to apply for funding for a project or event that will have a positive impact on the community.
Each applicant will need to complete an application form which clearly identifies the need in the community the project will address and describes the desired impact of the project. Eligible applicants may request up to $1500 to help make it happen.
Those interested in applying should consult the guidelines and submit the completed application by November 18, 2013. The recipient of the grant will be announced December 10.
You may download the application and guidelines here:
For more information, please contact us via email at office@stpauls39.org.
St. Paul’s is called to share God’s love with all people, to proclaim God’s love in word & deed, and to grow together in faith as followers of Christ.
St. Paul’s is a congregation within the Indiana-Kentucky Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Art of the Passion
In commemoration of Holy Week, Art of the Passion provides a way for visitors to reflect more deeply on the passion of God revealed in Christ. This unique exhibit brings together the work of several different artists and is hosted by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (Frankfort, IN).
The Stations of the Cross was originally developed for those who made pilgrimage to the Holy Land to retrace the steps of Jesus. Particular places in the Holy Land were marked for prayer and meditation on a particular moment of Christ’s passion. This idea was eventually brought to Europe, where monastic communities created a series of images or objects as a way for those who could not travel to the Holy Land to experience walking through the story of Christ’s passion.
Art of the Passion continues in this tradition by inviting a variety of artists to express their own creative interpretations of these stations and bringing those pieces together to form a meditative gallery walk that tells the story of Christ’s journey to the cross.
New artwork is displayed each year and the exhibit is open to the public during the week preceding Easter. Visitors are provided the choice of a written devotional guide (provided in English and Spanish) or an audio recording of the readings and reflections.
The 2013 Art of the Passion will be open March 24th – 30th (exhibit hours listed below) and will feature the following artists:
Linda Witte Henke Mixed Media
Wayne Shedler Leather Work
Ed Selvidge Painting
Stephanie Robertson Fabric
Mirvia Rivera-Eckert Acrylic Painting
Ann Lahr Wood Fired Ceramic
Barbara Kinsler Block Print
Cheryl Kaldahl
Elias Garza Mixed Media/Block Printing
Lauren Ehrman Block Print
Daniel Driggs Acrylic Painting
Bill Dahman Sculpture
Ann Dahman Color Etching on Granite
Dwayne Daehler Photography
Marge Burkholder
You can read more about these artists and follow the event on the Art of the Passion Facebook page!
It is St. Paul’s prayer that the creative expression of these artists will allow you to enter into the experience of Holy Week in a new way and rediscover in greater depth God’s passionate love for you.
Exhibit Hours:
The exhibit will be on display at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Frankfort, Indiana from March 24th through March 30th, 2013 during the following hours:
Sunday 12p – 4p
Mon-Thurs 10a – 2p, 3p – 8p
Good Friday 10a -8p
Holy Saturday 12p -6p
