We, The Chapel Creatives, are pleased to open an offering to the Lord— expanded and accessible spaces for the worship arts—a visual arts gallery and a virtual stage for singer songwriters. We hope these new spaces will inspire more authentic worship and creative energy for the glory of Christ. Our prayer for the future is that art will be displayed in calendared shows and concerts sometimes highlighting the vision of artists in and around our faith community, sometimes complementing a sermon series and sometimes focusing on a challenge or blessing in our current experiences. We’ll be learning along the way and welcome feedback. If you’d like to learn more about why we were inspired to start this project, click here.

May the creative God we serve lead us in our arts as worship and our worship as an art.

PSUMMER PSALMS EXHIBIT 2026

“Wisdom Speaks”

June 7th - August 16th

The power of words has been in podcast titles and news outlet headlines quite a bit in recent years. In our "Wisdom Speaks" exhibition we hope to add an additional layer to this thread —God's words impact society but, more importantly, they change the human heart. God is all wise and His Word explains, encourages, corrects, and guides. However, perhaps most importantly, the Holy Spirit uses it to transform us on the inside. It is, indeed, powerful.

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Psalm 119:105
"But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day. "
Proverbs 4:18

The Chapel Creatives' prayer is that this exhibit will help our community connect with the Word in a deep and worshipful way. It is a light that shines on Jesus's beauty and the wonderful inheritance we have as God's children.

Note: If you are interested in talking with an artist about their work or about purchases or commissions, email the curator, Mike Lane haoyist@gmail.com for contact information.

“Wisdom Speaks”

Jim Davis

Two thousand years ago when wisdom spoke it was through a voice. Today, 24 hours a day and through so many means, we are surrounded by worldly "wisdom". We need to combat those voices with God's wisdom—with His Word, Christian fellowship and the Holy Spirit. This will help guide us on the path of righteousness for His name's sake.

Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the markets she raises her voice; at the head of the noisy streets she cries out; at the entrance of the city gates she speaks: "How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge?
Proverbs 1:20-22

“Follow the Light”

Brenda Cottle

When you are lost just follow the light of Jesus, even though you are scared get keep your head up.

Based on Psalm 1

D. Borgerding

We say we like the law until it limits us Yet those limits are what makes it good.

Based on Psalm 8

D. Borgerding

Just as David questioned who he was to be thought of by God,
We often go through the same thought patterns.

Based on Psalm 19

D. Borgerding

The heavens declare the glory of God
and there is glory in following his design.

“How Blessed is the Man: A Meditation on Psalm 1”

Mike Lane

In this work I found inspiration in the formalized medieval illuminations surrounding the words on the pages of the Bible. I've always been mesmerized by the rich use of azurite blue and gold and the carefully executed calligraphy in ancient manuscripts. That said, I discovered something unexpected when I undertook the painting. I found that in the making, I had deeper connections with the meaning of each word whether by copying the text or by deciding how I might illustrate its truths in vibrant colors. I'm thankful for how the creative process ushered me into deeper contemplation and application of this passage in the Bible.

“Wisdom Calls”

Susan Hall

In this piece, l am personifying wisdom as a woman, crying aloud in the city streets, as pictured in verses 20-21, and offering a 'garland' of wise instruction to those who heed her words. I have included in the illustration flowers that are associated in biblical flower lore with wisdom and blessing, such as: Lavender: wisdom and knowledge Myrtle: peace, prosperity, blessing, joy and abundance Lilies: loveliness and purity
Anemones (lilies of the field): spiritual hope and trust Hyssop: purification
Almond blossom: hope and resurrection If you look, you may also notice other biblical botanical references, such as the grains of wheat that must fall to the ground and die in order to reap a harvest - do you notice any others?

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Listen, my son, to your father's instruction, and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck."
Proverbs 1: 7-9

"Proverbs 31: The Wise Woman"

Jeanette Thorpe

Proverbs 31:13
She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.
Proverbs 31:18
She sees that her trading is profitable and her lamp does not go out at night.
Proverbs 31:19
In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.
Proverbs 31:24
She makes linen garments and sells them, she supplies the merchants with sashes.
Proverbs 31:31
Honor her for all that her hands have done- let her work bring praise at the city gate.

Note: The earrings being commercially made but are representative of earrings in biblical times emulating water vessels.

Claudia Finn

"The whole earth is filled with awe at YOUR wonders; where morning dawns, where evening fades, YOU call forth songs of joy."
Psalm 65:8

Claudia Finn

"My heart has heard YOU say, 'Come and talk with me! And my heart responds, 'LORD, I am coming:"
Psalm 27:8

Claudia Finn

"As the Deer pants for the water so my soul longs after YOU, Lord Deep calls to deep in the roar of YOUR waterfalls; all YOUR breakers and waves have rolled over me..."
Psalms 42:7