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Each window holds a Station of the Resurrection and below is a plaque with accompanying verse, artist name and Patron.
Backlighting really enhances the image.
Close up reveals the intricacy of the pierced tin.
Station 1, The women find the tomb empty. PHOTOS BY STEVE GIMMESTAD
Station 5, Jesus appears to the disciples.
By Steve Gimmestad
The culmination of eight months work by a group of very dedicated parishioners is now hanging in the sanctuary windows of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Marco Island.
“This was a unique project in that involved an unusual medium (tin) and some exceptional work by a large group of inspired people,” said Janet DeAnna, spokesperson for St. Mark’s Artists in Residence program. “We wanted to do a multi-media project so everyone could be involved.”
This was the sixth project by the group at St. Mark’s. They began in 2009 with plaques of oil and clay, then did shadow boxes, window cloths, stained glass and lastly carved/etched glass. This year the 10 window hangings depict the Stations of the Resurrection and are done in tin punched with various artists designs. Accompanying each station are lyrics by Father Kyle Bennett.
Because this was such an unusual medium, Janet, along with Coral Miller, had to search for a professional to perform
the delicate work. They found a great provider in Pierced Tin Designs by Country Accents out of Wiliamsport, PA.
“This was a high-end project and presented us with a wonderful challenge,” said Theresa Sullivan, owner of Pierced Tin Design. “Normally we don’t punch the tin all the way through but they wanted the backlight to be part of the design. Once done, we realized the ‘Wow Factor’ in doing it this way. It was a great project for us and we really appreciate the relationship we formed with the people at St. Mark’s.”
The finished pieces were framed in matching silver and hung with fishing wire. It’s almost like they are floating in the windows of the sanctuary. Below each hanging piece is a plaque with the Station of the Resurrection, lyrics, patron and artist names.
Many people have come through to view the art and pause at each Station. Some have
commented that the light shining through changes the piece evolves when viewed at different perspectives. These works are not something to be viewed quickly. It takes a little time to grasp the full meaning and concepts represented by each of the 10 Stations.
Because of the work and people involved, this project was very dear to Janet’s heart. “Very rarely do you find your Pastor encouraging expression in so many ways. This was a very personal project for all of us.”
“It’s amazing!” said Father Kyle Bennett. “This is an art form we had not seen before. We were created to create, and God calls us to engage all our creativity in many ways. I believe in working with the biggest canvas we can possibly find. This is a wonderful way to tell the story.”
There will be a special worship service at St. Mark’s on May 3rd at 9:15am complete with original music to celebrate the message these artworks
depict. They will hang in the sanctuary until Pentecost on May 24.
Stations of the Resurrection
The women find the tomb empty
Jesus was gone, nothing left to say
Except, “Who will roll the tomb stone away?”
“Do not be alarmed,” a gentle voice said
But don’t search for the living among the dead
Artist: Janet DeAnna
Gift of Dale & Randy Lindquist
Running to affirm the Magdalene’s story
No rock cave could ever hold in God’s Glory
The outer wrapping bore an image in relief
An empty shelf is the cornerstone of my belief
Artist: Janet DeAnna
Gift of Jim & Corky Miller
“Where?” she cries to the supposed gardener
Addressing unaware the Messiah Carpenter
Her eyes were opened when he said her name
“Teacher!” she cried, never to be the same
Artist: Janet De Riseis
Gift of Carl De Riseis
Recognition did not come with the words He said
But in His offering of the broken bread
Thinking back on their journey to Emmaus
Each to the other, “Did not our hearts burn in us?”
Artist: Hannah Ineson
Gift of Rosemary & Michael Wick
In thanksgiving for Fr. John Ineson
Jesus appears to the disciples
Living in fear has blinded many a man
Love is the lens to view the nail-pierced hand
Don’t let doubt arise in your broken heart
Touch and believe where the skin is torn apart
Artist: Cynthia Dayton
Gift of Meredith Letham
In remembrance of Robert E. Letham, beloved husband & father
Oh Thomas what a gift you give to me
I too want to touch to affirm my belief
What’s wrong with a faith based on a need to embrace?
A tender touch from another gives a glimpse of God’s face
Artist: Wade Mundinger
Gift of Hap & Wendy Happney
In thanksgiving to God
Castaway on a boat sinking on a falling tide
‘Till a voice cries out, “Try it on the other side”
Humbled by the blessings when I listen to His voice
Even when to ‘wade in the water’ is the best choice
Artist: Cathy Weis
Gift of Tom Weis
We live by the rule that we reap what we sow
What harvest for denials before the rooster crows
That fateful night haunts me in my troubled sleep
His forgiveness heals all, I’m told to feed His sheep
Artist: Coral Aiken Miller
Gift of Janet DeAnna
In thanksgiving for friendship
A child of God once told me a tale so true
She claimed Heaven was as close as me and you
Every time we give love a little taste
We turn our little world into a Holy place
Artist: Elizabeth Doyle
Gift of St. Mark’s ECW
Ever watch a dancer with hands waving in the air
Just trying to let God know that she is aware
Aware of the gift of being freed from sin
A simple gesture of thanks to be born again
Artists: Victor Abbott and Fr. Kyle Bennett
Gift of St. Mark’s Brotherhood
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