Arts & Culture
Anglicanism holds a particular affinity for beauty and the arts. Here, we celebrate both historical and contemporary contributions to music, visual arts, architecture, literature, and more. Additionally, we reflect on the Church’s use of creativity and the arts in worship across the ages and engage in discussions contributing to cultural dialogue.
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Our very best resources on art, beauty, and creativity
C.S. Lewis and the Fullness of Joy
I cannot imagine a more fitting tribute to the work of Jesus in the life of author, professor, and apologist…George Herbert: A Rookie Anglican Guide to the Priest and Poet
George Herbert, perhaps the greatest devotional poet in the English language, was also a faithful pastor to a small country…Cinnamon-Scented Discipleship: Curating Art in Children’s Ministry
Known, Loved, Not Alone At Restoration Anglican Church in Arlington, VA, this distillation of the Gospel—known, loved, not alone—permeates all…And I replied “My Lord”: A Reading of George Herbert’s “The Collar”
As someone who did not always observe All Saints’ Day or All Souls’ Day, I have grown to appreciate the…
Music
From chant and traditional hymnody to contemporary songwriting
Veni Creator Spiritus: The Ancient Ordination Hymn
The silence of the ordination service is heavy with expectation, especially when the ordinand lowers his body to the ground…Taizé: Brother Roger’s Vision of Christian Unity
Taizé is the name of a small village in France, which is home to a monastic community of ecumenical Christian…Making Music with Jeremiah
It may seem odd to others why I would write and record an entire album from the Book of Jeremiah…Hymn Guide: Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
A beloved hymn for Thanksgiving, “Come, ye thankful people, come” is also a fitting hymn for Advent. It presents a…
Poetry
The rich poetic legacy of Anglicanism
Batter My Heart, Three-Person’d God: A Reading of John Donne’s Holy Sonnet XIV
“Batter My Heart, Three-Person’d God,” also known as Holy Sonnet XIV, is the 17th-century poet-priest John Donne’s brilliant and controversial…The Anglican Poet-Priests
Anglicanism’s beautiful use of language has shaped the many Christian believers it has discipled. There should be no surprise, then,…Today’s Anglican Poets
Among all the Christian traditions, and especially those in the Protestant sphere, Anglicanism stands out for its rich and beautiful…12 Christmas Books for Kids
In our family, we store our Christmas books in the attic for most of the year. So it is a…
Literature
Anglican reflections on fiction and nonfiction
The Abolition of Man: C.S. Lewis’s Most Prophetic Work of Nonfiction
Published as The Abolition of Man, Lewis’s lectures offered a stark warning: Western civilization was abandoning its commitment to objective…C.S. Lewis and the Fullness of Joy
I cannot imagine a more fitting tribute to the work of Jesus in the life of author, professor, and apologist…The Return of Mere Anglicanism (With Lessons from C.S. Lewis)
CHARLESTON, SC – It was as sunny and welcoming as ever to the Anglicans gathering from far and wide on…The Journey into Aslan’s Country: On the Creative Process of C.S. Lewis
The earliest draft of what would become C.S. Lewis’s classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe had no sign…
Architecture
Cultivating an Anglican appreciation of our architectural tradition
Green is for Growth: The Color of Ordinary Time
In most Anglican churches, you will see the color green during the season of Ordinary Time. It appears in green…The Baptism of Our Lord: A Rookie Anglican Guide
Jesus began his public ministry with his baptism, administered by John the Baptist at the Jordan River. All four gospels…A Holy Place: Preserving Historic Churches
A few weeks ago, my church took a field trip—one that went over the road and almost 200 years into…For Whom The Bell Tolls
Every day, thousands of people walk or ride past Christ Church in the old city of Jerusalem. Would you help…
Visual Arts
Reflections on drawing, painting, sculpture, and other visual art
Cædmon of Whitby and the Hymn of Creation
Cædmon is a quiet saint whose voice still echoes across the centuries, not because he sought his own fame but…Recovering the Power of the Arts
The church’s rich artistic heritage is worth reclaiming. In doing so, we can rethink the vital relationship between Christianity and…Eight Unique Gifts that Support Anglican Artists
The gift-giving season of Christmas is right around the corner. Here are a few ideas to steer you away from…Icons Over Idols: Heroes in an Age of Disillusionment
There is an overwhelming lack of trust in leadership and institutions, including religious leaders, in our day. I’ve had young…
