My ministry trip 2024 will take me to seven countries to attend conferences, meet with ACT-Europe Staff, lead a spiritual pilgrimage and encourage various European nationals in their work.
Join us on second Pilgrimage in the Steps of St. Patrick. See more info here
Join me for an exciting evening of art and lecture concerning Abstract Art, to be held at Gordon-Conwell Seminary in Charlotte.
Join other creatives in discussing the nexus of art and faith at Amelie’s Bakery and Cafe on Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte.
A friendly discussion about the nexus of art and faith will be held at Amelie’s French Bakery & Cafe, Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte.
My husband and I will be in Budapest, Hungary for these meetings and to discuss serious issues about the expansion of Arts+Europe to a global organization.
We will show our short film, Abstraction, and share our journey of forgiveness at the Builder’s Class of Myers Park United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC.
Three book groups begin this week. Tuesday (Virtual), Wednesday and Friday morning. We will meet monthly.
First Gathering of A.C.T. Intl staff members, serving in Europe to build community and encouragement. The theme is “Appreciate the Margins.”
Bringing leaders of arts ministries and Bulgarian artists of faith together for worship, encouragement, and training.
After two years of Covid shut down, there is an imperative need for us to return to Europe to do our ministry. Glenn and I have numerous continuing ministry opportunities in Europe this fall. We would work with our ACT-Europe staff, as well as Europeans, bringing training, encouragement, and vision casting. Glenn also looks forward to studying the development of the church by closely studying the movements of the Spirit of God over time in specific places.
We need your help to accomplish the task. Our financial needs are based on working in a dozen European countries for three months.
Here is the Plan
Duration of the trip
September 30 to November 16
Budget
Based on an average of $3000/month = $9000 (all expenses, food, lodging and transportation). Additional amount for unforeseen expenses - $1000
Total $10,000
Here’s how you can Participate
We are asking for your prayer and financial support.Your contribution through this link to ACT Int'l directly. Your gift may be given as a one-time donation, or divided over the summer months. The funds must be received by August 31. Please communicate with us if you are planning to partner with us in the project.
To Give:
Please note:
This is a special project, separate from our normal living and ministry expenses. If you already give, please continue to give as you do. We’re asking for a special one-time gift for this project. Your gift should be given to Account #5051.
Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness and investment in the Kingdom!
Discussion about the Nexus of Art & Faith, 10:00 a.m. EDT March 25, 2022 at Amelie’s Bakery & Cafe, Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte.
I will share an update of my ministry and preach the message, Beauty in the Desolate Place, at this wonderful church service that is in a most welcoming congregation.
Glenn and I will update the church on our ministries and express our gratitude for their continuous support. The church is hosting a luncheon for our friends and supporters in Fresno following the service.
I will be attending (via Zoom), speaking, and mentoring during this Europe-wide conference.
This is a Zoom Gathering of leaders of arts’ ministries throughout Europe and beyond.
I’m privileged to speak at the initial seminar of the Malcolm Initiative for Arts & Mission at Biola University. Contact Professor Murray Decker to join this Zoom session.
I will write on a passage in John where Jesus repeats his promise to the disciples that he will send a “Helper” to them when he leaves. Makoto Fujimura’s painting, “Pentecost,” reenforces the powerful promise.
Attending this conference focused art and faith.
I will be sharing my story that begins as a mother in deep grief, encountering God in a contemporary art museum, and results in a doctoral dissertation and an international ministry. Contact Natalie Meeks if you would like to attend. nataliemeeks@gmail.com
Preaching on the “Tears of Christ” using the installation art piece, “Tears of Christ,” by Franz Gutmann. Contact Dana Bryan if you want to receive a link and join us on Sunday morning. dbryan@carolina.rr.com
Join me for a casual conversation about the nexus of the arts and faith. All are welcomed.
Join our house church community as we consider what it means to “Celebration the Goodness of God.”
Join me for a casual discussion of the nexus of art and faith.
The Second Sunday of Advent: the Candle of Bethlehem and Love
Casual discussion about the nexus of art and faith. All are welcome.
The Gathering is an evening of conversation and hope for all those who are looking for beauty from the brokenness around them. Artists in all genres of art have been invited to submit their creative expression that illustrates, “Beauty from Brokenness.” All are welcome.
A presentation of Abstraction will accompany a message on forgiveness at an English-speaking church in Vienna.
A gathering of Austrian artists will discuss the role of forgiveness as displayed in the arts. A screening of Abstraction will be done.
