At its core, the Arts Segment of Willow Creek Association is about rediscovering awe: constantly moving toward the deep sense of wonder that is kindled inside of us when we are touched by God. Awe doesn’t come from mere intellectual argument, proficiency of a craft, or the excellence of human efforts. Instead, awe flows when hearts and minds are opened to hear and receive God’s life-changing message of truth and hope.

As His followers, formed in His image, artists and teaches in the church have the amazing privilege of using our God-given creative gifts and abilities in a process that opens the hearts of believers and seekers to the awe-inspiring reality of His presence. As we offer our gifts and abilities to be used by God, we enter into a partnership with Him, creating moments of awe that effectively resonate His life-changing message to others.

With special emphasis on serving those involved in the “creating and carrying out” of a church’s weekly services, the Arts Segment is dedicated to providing Christ-following artists and teachers with training, resources, and networking opportunities that encourage them to experience the awe of God themselves, and to create moments of awe where the hearts of others are opened to the grace and goodness of God.