Anvil vol 37 issue 1, February 2021
Mission and the arts
“As image bearers of a creative God, we all have the ability to create.” Sarah Clarke introduces an artistic ANVIL.
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“As image bearers of a creative God, we all have the ability to create.” Sarah Clarke introduces an artistic ANVIL.
Artists in times of challenge and collapse
“The artist plots possible routes into the future.” David Benjamin Blower explores how the biblical and contemporary role of the prophet collides with art, culture and communication.
The empty pool
What truths are revealed when we prayerfully engage with a particular place? Ian Adams explores how art and theological reflection collide in persistent presence.
It’s a new day
Chris Duffett explains art’s vital role in revealing big theological truths in simple, accessible ways.
The art of anger
Theatre practitioner Rachel Griffiths explains how socially engaged artists can provide a space for righteous anger to be expressed.
The doors that the arts open
Shannon Hopkins asks questions about the role of creativity and art in a post-Christendom society.
The televisual art and theology of online worship
Priest and broadcaster Martin Poole explains how worship in a pandemic is a “both/and” experience for the church’s gathered, yet dispersed, body.
Video: “God is a creative God”
Rev. Sarah Flashman explores how creativity can be a powerful tool in helping people to explore their own spirituality.
Video: Socially engaged art with Lou Baker
Artist Lou Baker explores mutual creativity and relational creation between the artist and the recipient.
Audio: the outrageous light of this world
In this podcast interview Chris Duffett talks to Camilla Lloyd about art and mission.
Video: Agony births reality
Autoethnographic video by CMS Pioneer MA student, Katy Partridge, exploring chaos as the start of new creation.
Book review: Making New Disciples
An ideal book for students and local Christian leaders with both a desire to engage in evangelism and an open mind, says John Darch
Book review: Reimagining Mission from Urban Places
A UK book on mission, and exactly the sort of thinking that the church needs right now, says Jonny Baker.
Book review: The Cry of the Earth and the Cry of the Poor
Cathy Ross enjoys a great book for those who want to be reminded of our discipleship to Jesus, to the poor and to the earth.
