Festival of Angels will inspire and amaze
This winter, Magheralin Parish Church will host 24 life–size angels as part of a major festival called Angels Among Us – an exhibition exploring the stories of God’s angels.
Sculpted from an extensive variety of media including glass, ceramics, metal and wood these breath–taking exhibits depicting biblical stories will surprise and affirm visitors between November 28 and December 8.
It will showcase the skills of established and emerging artists such as Ross Wilson and Keith Sheppard and many others who have given their talent and time to produce a unique biblical experience.
Revd Simon Genoe, rector of Magheralin, said; “Angels are God’s messengers and this is an exhibition celebrating the role of angels in God’s redemptive story, putting Jesus front and centre.
“There will be familiar angels and there will be some that will surprise and challenge, with the entire narrative pointing to our saviour Christ.”
Dr Sarah Cousins, the Creative Director, is excited about the exhibition and explains: “We are committed to creating a welcoming and flexible space within our church building to exhibit these works of art and we really want to enhance the capacity of other churches and indeed other public places, to host this exhibition.
“We understand that not all churches have the resources to organise a Festival of Angels from scratch so we envisage that churches, prisons, hospitals and other appropriate venues and social spaces will be able to host this travelling exhibition, in support of fundraising for a wide range of charitable causes.”
Bookings
The exhibition runs from November 28 – December 8 (6.00 pm to 9.30 pm Monday to Thursday; 10.00 am to 9.30 pm Friday and Saturday and 2.00 pm to 7.30 pm Sunday). Those interested in making group bookings or requiring further information should call Eileen Cousins on 07840484547.