Arts Ministry
The Asian Experience: Paper Arts, Part 3
The Year of the Fire Horse
Marble’s annual celebration of the Asian art world, the 2026 exhibit features a display, graciously loaned, of Chinese calligraphy, ancient block printing, and Chinese mosaic work. Each work represents a view of the 2026 Chinese “Year of the Fire Horse”. It is defined by “double fire” energy, marked by intense momentum, rapid change and bold action. This is often characterized by horses “seen” charging into the New Year to make way for new growth. As always, the future of Marble’s Arts Ministry continues to shine and grow as new ways of showcasing Asian art talent are celebrated. Now through May 31.
Scroll
"Harmony in the family brings prosperity in all things." Chinese Calligraphy
Lieutenant
"Chinese army Lieutenant riding with ancient horse and chariot to view troops." Ancient block printing
Horse
"The Fire Horse charging into the new year making way for new growth!" Chinese mosaic with seeds and shells
In addition, Victoria Pepe presents “Easter Lily Unfolding.” She writes, "This music /art video brings together and expresses Easter and Lent and spring and the ethereal spiritual nature of this whole season. It is meditative and peaceful with the sense of joy and expectation, fulfillment and new life blossoming in the coming Resurrection at Easter. The music is an excerpt from my original music "Roses In Gold."
You may also view an extended version of this exhibit with poetry by Susan Ceely Philips on the Wall of Hope, Inspiration and Healing Gallery outside the Labyrinth Room on the Concourse level.
The Arts Ministry seeks to create an environment that encourages and nurtures artists of all kinds to utilize their gifts.
By consciously and fully involving artists in every area of Marble life, artists are given a platform to share their art and breathe new spirit into the body of the Church, Christ, and the world.
Are you a professional or non-professional performing, fine, or design artist? The Arts Ministry is a safe, welcoming, and creative community that provides an inclusive space to gather together to support and recognize one another’s efforts, discuss and resolve issues pertinent to each discipline, be spiritually nurtured, and to create art.
Get Involved
The Fellowship of Professional Artists
This group meets once a month to address the unique needs of professional artists who are typically more entrepreneurial. Networking, branding, financial matters, goal setting, and marketing will be some of the topics discussed, all within a spiritual framework.
All professional artists are welcome. Please RSVP to Mario Sprouse.
The ARTS Peer Support Group
This is a small group (8 - 12 people) who gather twice a month to do more in-depth artistic and spiritual growth in relation to our art.
The Producers Club
This group meets once a month specifically to help members achieve their immediate professional goals. Much like a goal-setting workshop, the Producers Club will have an accountability factor with the aim of reaching specific professional milestones. Only those who are active professional performing, design, and fine artists can take part in this group.
All artists are welcome! Please RSVP to Mario Sprouse.
Arts Ministry Facebook Group
Artists of all kinds are invited to join our Arts Ministry Facebook Group. We have created a closed group that offers a welcoming space to support and recognize one another’s efforts, explore issues pertinent to each discipline, and be spiritually nurtured. To request to join.
The Arts Ministry is an important part of the vibrant life of Marble Collegiate Church. We hope you will join us!
Summer Arts Festival
Celebrate the creativity of our Marble artists in this program highlighting music, dance, film, video, poetry, plays, writing, and fine art including drawing, painting, and photography. Sponsored by the Arts Ministry. View past participants.
Questions & Information
For more information about the Arts Ministry, contact Mario Sprouse, Arts Coordinator, (212) 686-2770 ext. 438, or Karla Hendrick, Part-time Program Coordinator.
