We went to an outdoor concert last weekend…the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra does the music of Led Zeppelin. It was one of those strange and wonderful events, topped off by the spectacular sunset. And I started thinking how much fun God must have when He orchestrates a sunset. It’s a constantly changing masterpiece, and a glimmer of His inherent joy. And … Read More
CIVA held its bi-annual conference in Minneapolis June 18-21 at the beautiful campus of Bethel University and Seminar. CIVA has been around for 30 years, but I first heard of them about 10 years ago during a research trip to the Billy Graham Museum art archives in Wheaton, IL. The archivist gave me some of their wonderful catalogues with full-color … Read More
Wow. Willow Creek Church near Chicago is one of the wonders of the Christian world, not only for its size but for the maturity and scope of its arts ministries. I lived in the Chicago area in the 80’s and visited Willow once or twice…even then it was a rapidly growing church. Bill Hybels and the folks there have been … Read More
I thoroughly enjoyed the IAM (International Arts Movement) Encounter 09 in NYC. Hailee, my 18 year old artistic daughter, came along and it was extremely satisfying to see her get swept into the moment as Billy Collins read his delicious poems live, and Susan E. Isaacs poked fun at Christian culture with her wondrous monologue. The Conference This was my … Read More
This blog is dedicated to my dad, Dr. J. T. McElroy, a remarkable man who wrestled MS for 45 years and held on to his faith and sense of humor.