Trinity United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking local artists to interpret the Seven Last Words of Christ from the Cross and exhibit in the church during Lent, Wednesday, March 6 through April 21.
The work will be on display and featured prominently during Trinity Fusion on Monday, April 15 at 6:00 pm. We ask that artists commit to one of the seven words and deliver the work to the church to install by Thursday, February 28.
All mediums from paintings, photography, sculpture, pottery, textiles and other 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms are accepted. Artists can contact Ruth Smith by February 15 with a brief bio, image(s) of work(s) to submit, and the Word/Theme that you would like to represent below:
Word 1: “Into your hands I commend my spirit.” Theme: Trust, faithfulness, reliability; Word 2: “It is finished.” Theme: Perfection in timing, completion; Word 3: “Father, forgive them.” Theme: Forgiveness and Grace; Word 4: “Woman, behold your son.” Theme: Family, inclusive community; Word 5: “Today, you will be with me in paradise.” Theme: life/death, beauty/suffering, beginnings/endings; Word 6: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Theme: Forsakenness, barrenness, questioning; and Word 7: “I thirst.” Theme: thirst, water, emptiness.
Any questions are encouraged by contacting Ruth at: communications@trinitylafayette.org. Artists selected will be notified by Thursday, February 21.
About
Trinity United Methodist Church is a cornerstone of the historic Centennial Neighborhood in Lafayette. Their vision is to “grow in love and service through relationships with God and others.” 2019 is the 150th anniversary of their church building.
The Tippecanoe Arts Federation is the umbrella organization and arts council for 14 counties. TAF provides educational opportunities in the visual, performing, and literary arts, outreach programs for both underserved and at-risk youth, and funding for capital and operational expenses to fellow arts organizations region wide. Established in 1976, the Tippecanoe Arts Federation serves as a model for arts advocacy by promoting the role of the arts within our region. More information is available at TippecanoeArts.org.