Art and Christianity have been intertwined for centuries. St. Luke's is fortunate to have an extensive permanent collection of art in a variety of forms to inspire and enrich the lives of all who enter our church. Oils, watercolors, stitchery, engravings, sculpture, prints, photographs and multi-media works are all a part of our vast collection, given by many generationsof generous members and friends.
The most prominent piece in our collection is the Charles Umlauf sculpture in our courtyard, 'Teach All Nations' (pictured), which was commissioned and dedicated in 1966. St. Luke's is priviliged to own three other Umlauf sculptures, in addition to this one.
We in the Fine Arts Ministry encourage you to look at and appreciate the beautiful art on display throughout our church campus.To read about featured pieces from our collection, click on the photo links below.
Rotunda Art Gallery
The Rotunda Art Gallery has been in existence since the early 1980's. The Gallery is used to display various exhibits of art on a rotating, monthly basis. Many local artists, as well as artists from around the state, have exhibited and sold their works in our Gallery. A portion of all proceeds go to benefit the Visual Arts Fund at our church, which helps maintain our permanent collection and acquire new pieces. Thank you for supporting our Gallery!
Please visit one of the three Poet's Corners located on our campus. They can be found in the hallway adjacent to the main offices, in the alcove north of the Rotunda Art Gallery and in the stairwell of the Activities Center. Read this month's Selected Poem, Summer Sun by Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894)
Summer Poetry Contest
The Fine Arts Ministry is sponsoring a Summer Poetry Contest, and invites all youth and adults to submit original, unpublished poems for consideration. The winning poem will be selected by a panel and announced at the Fine Arts Fair on August 24. It will then be featured in our Poet’s Corners and on our website for the months of September and October.
Submissions must be received by August 15, either by e-mail or by post. Contact Carol Mohrman at 713-817-0091 or csmohrman@comcast.net for more information about submitting your poem.