Liturgical rebels
The Liturgical Rebels podcast is for spiritual seekers who no longer feel comfortable with a traditional approach to Christian religious observances. It empowers followers of Jesus to creatively reconstruct their faith and spiritual practices.
Through conversation with groundbreaking practitioners from around the world who think creatively about new approaches to spirituality, we will emphasize the sacredness of all things and uncover ways in which God speaks to us through nature and creativity, through restorative justice and environmental concern, and through the mundane and ordinary acts of daily life. This podcast is for those who don’t want to just deconstruct, but also to reconstruct faith and spiritual practices; those who want to reshape belief and practice to journey closer to God and the wholeness, peace, justice and flourishing God intends not just for us as individuals but for the earth and all its inhabitants.
Liturgical rebels
Episode 3 - Explore Art with Scott Erickson
In this third episode of The Liturgical Rebels Christine Sine interviews Scott Erickson, a creative artist and storyteller, who shares his journey as an artist and how he uses his God-given creativity to bring the biblical story to life in fresh and new ways. They discuss his early artistic influences, his experience using art in church services, and his approach to developing a visual vocabulary. Scott and Christine also explore his decision to move away from traditional Christian symbols and his focus on creating artwork that invites viewers to unknow the familiar story. Scott emphasizes the importance of experiencing awe and wonder and the role of art in connecting with the giver of our souls.
Throughout the conversation, Scott reflects on the responses he receives to his artwork and the impact of art on the margins of society. In this conversation, Christine Sine and Scott also discuss the importance of mindfulness in daily life. They explore how mindfulness can improve emotional well-being, physical health, relationships, and productivity. The conversation emphasizes the benefits of being present in the moment and cultivating a mindful mindset.
Takeaways
- Art can be a powerful tool for bringing the biblical story to life in fresh and new ways.
- Developing a visual vocabulary and exploring symbols beyond traditional Christian imagery can help deepen our understanding of the story.
- Experiencing awe and wonder is essential for connecting with the deeper meaning of the story and the presence of God.
- Art created from the margins can have a profound impact on individuals and communities, offering a different perspective and inviting deeper reflection. Mindfulness is a powerful practice that can improve various aspects of life.
- Practicing mindfulness in daily life can lead to greater emotional well-being.
- Mindfulness can have positive effects on physical health, including reducing stress and improving sleep.
- Being mindful in relationships can enhance communication and connection.
- Incorporating mindfulness into work and daily tasks can increase productivity and focus.
Stay Connected
For more information about Scott Erickson his artwork and books, please visit him at scottericksonart.com, follow @scottthepainter on instagram or join him on substack https://scotterickson.substack.com
For more information about Christine Sine visit her website godspacelight.com or follow @christinesine on Instagram and Facebook.