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ACLS Webinars Go Public!
After much hard work by Paul Barribeau and the webinar committee, and with the approval of the Board, we have started to make some of our recorded webinars public to see what kind of interest they generate.
Lenten practice of Stations of the Cross
The Stations of the Cross are a devotional practice that originated in the early centuries of the Christian Church. Pilgrims who could not walk the "Way of the Cross" in Jerusalem, were able to simulate this pilgrimage as they viewed a series of images which depicted...
February 16, 2021 Webinar: Linda McCray – “Abstract Art in Sacred Space”
Linda McCray, liturgical artist, will share her abstract spiritual original paintings to illustrate how abstract art can work in sacred space and ways to help your congregation connect with abstract art. Linda will also present a case study and experience Linda’s creative process through her abstract Stations of the Cross project.
January 19, 2021 Webinar: Roberto Chiotti – “The Architecture of Eco-Theology: Beyond Sustainable Liturgical Design”
Roberto Chiotti will present on the Architecture of Eco-Theology: More than just applying sustainable design strategies to sacred space, Roberto’s church architecture and liturgical designs attempt to tangibly, realistically, and meaningfully embody the tenets of eco-theology such that the architecture itself becomes a form of catechesis.
Announcing Design Week! Data + Design = Building for the Future
The church is currently facing challenges in three key areas: Mental & Emotional Well-being, Generation Z, and Phygital Church.
SWLC Conference Information
Dear ACLS Member, On behalf of the Southwest Liturgical Conference (SWLC) Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to invite you to be an Exhibitor or Sponsor for our annual Study Week 2021. This event, to be held February 2-4, 2021, will be hosted by the SWLC Board of...
Updated by-laws approved
The updated ACLS bylaws have been approved by the membership.
November 17, 2020 Webinar: Heather Craig – “Confronting Your Collection”
Heather Craig, a professional archivist, will provide an overview of the kinds of information she has found to be helpful to preserve your collection; as well as, provide suggestions for retention, organization and documentation of a personal collection of research.
Certificate in Liturgical Art and Architecture begins Summer of 2021
This new graduate certificate program, directed by former ACLS President and long-time member Carol Frenning, will commence on June 14 of 2021. Applications are currently being accepted.
59th Annual SWLC Study Week – Feb. 2-4, 2021
Save the date for the 2021 Virtual SWLC Study Week!