Lesson 13

Writing as Art and Ministry

Travis and Kathy Nelson help people tap into the creative act of developing their artistry through words.
The biblical basis for human beings as storytellers:

Gen 1: 1-26

Gen 2: 18-23

Where do writing and other forms of art/creating intersect?

How writing differs from other art forms:

What makes Christian writing different from secular writing?

Lesson 13

Writing as Art and Ministry

Written/Spoken word in ministry (personal and public)

Use in a ministry setting

Use in Journaling (writing only or art journals)

Use in publication (for use within or outside the church)
Theology/Teaching

Artist Statements

Performance pieces

Writers groups/Critique groups

Assignment

Brainstorm at least three ideas of ways you could use the written or spoken word in your own church
or community. Discuss what each activity would look like. Is it outreach? Who is your target audience (who
are you trying to minister to)? Who would be involved in facilitating, leading, or hosting?