Messages bombard us to do more and faster every day. Pausing for creativity and rest, it seems, are luxuries. And yet, from the foundation of the world, God models both and offers them as gifts for the refreshing of our souls. This class is an invitation to explore the challenges and opportunities inherent in resting and how creativity can be a path toward imagining a different way to live and be. This session can help you develop these Sabbath practices if you desire. Through a contemplative mixed-media project incorporating watercolor, Zentangle* patterns, and words, we’ll create and bring home personalized reminders of God’s freely given gifts. 

“Creativity is a quality of being that impacts our everyday experiences, our relationships, and our expressions of who we are.

Creativity flows throughout our thoughts, our words, our actions, and our interactions.

To be creative is to be human and to be fully human is to know God.” -Stephen Roach

A brief introduction to Zentangle and all supplies will be provided. All are welcome; previous art experience is not required.

*The Zentangle Method, created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas, is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns known as tangles. To learn more, visit www.zentangle.com.