Windows Into the Soul: Art As Spiritual Expression by Michael Sullivan

Michael Sullivan discovered the power of art for himself in the midst of grieving the loss of a young parishioner. Ever since, he has used simple art projects as a form of prayer and a way of helping others explore what God is saying to them.

Working with clay, paint, crayons, or pencils, artists have long known that the act of creating art can help people explore the deepest recesses of their hearts – and bring about real change in their lives. Michael Sullivan discovered the power of art for himself in the midst of grieving the loss of a young parishioner. Ever since, he has been using simple art projects as a form of prayer and a way of helping others explore what God may be saying to them. Windows into the Soul is a practical, hands-on resource for those who want to explore this means of prayer and contemplation for themselves, approaching the process not as an artist but as a spiritual seeker. Readers will find projects in various media, including clay, charcoal, and acrylic, including not only technical directions, but a gentle guide to the spiritual gold to be mined from the experience.

Michael Sullivan is the former rector of Holy Innocent's Church and the current president of Kanuga, the Episcopal conference center in North Carolina. An Episcopal priest and former attorney, he is a frequent speaker and workshop leader.