Exhibit aims to reflect art as expression of faith

CANFIELD

In Pastor Larry Bowald’s eyes, “A Celebration of Faith Through the Arts,” reflects “the positive role of faith in our personal lives and in the world.”

The family-friendly art exhibit opens Sunday night with a reception.

“The church saw this as an opportunity to use art as an expression of faith ... and show something inspirational,” Pastor Bowald said. “We wanted to be as ambiguous as possible,” he said about the artwork that could be interpreted differently by each person who views it.

The pastor said “the artwork shows where our creativity comes from ... and that is from God. We were created in His image.”

Pastor Bowald said support of the arts is a long-standing tradition in the church overall.

He said he and the exhibit committee hope that visitors not only enjoy the art but that it may prompt discussions about faith and inspiration. “It might move people to talk about God-given gifts,” he said.

Read more about the exhibit in Friday's Vindicator or Vindy.com.