Integrating Faith and Art: A Conversation with Shannon Sigler

She has background in both the arts and ministry.

She has research on Charles Wesley and his understanding of salvation.

She has vision for the future of the Brem Center.

She sees the importance of integrating faith and art in worship.

She knows the power of art to transform and inspire.

She accepts the journey to integrating faith and art

—

Shannon Sigler, is the Executive Director of the Brehm Center for Worship Theology and the Arts at Fuller Seminary. Sigler and former Fuller Seminary president Mark Labberton talk about her journey integrating her faith with her art and how she came to this role. She also discusses her research on Charles Wesley and his understanding of salvation and its implications for artists in the church today. Additionally, Sigler shares her vision for the future of the Brehm Center, which includes expanding its reach and impact in the world of worship and the arts.

It seems like Sigler has always had a passion for both art and ministry. She grew up in a musical family and sang in church choirs from a young age. She also studied art in college and later earned a master's degree in theology.

After graduating from seminary, she worked as a pastor for several years. However, she felt a calling to bring her artistic talents to her ministry. She began to create artwork that explored themes of faith and spirituality.

In 2008, Shannon Sigler joined the faculty of Fuller Seminary as the Director of The Brehm Center for Worship and the Arts. She has since been instrumental in building the center into a leading resource for artists and theologians who are interested in exploring the intersection of faith and art.

Sigler and Charles Wesley

In her research on Charles Wesley, Sigler has been particularly interested in his understanding of salvation. Wesley believed that salvation is not just a matter of believing in Jesus Christ, but also of experiencing his transforming grace in our lives.

This understanding of salvation has had a profound impact on Sigler's own faith and art. She believes that art can be a powerful tool for communicating the gospel and inviting people into a deeper relationship with God.

Sigler’s vision for the future of The Brem Center

Sigler has a vision for The Brem Center to become a global hub for artists and theologians who are interested in exploring the intersection of faith and art. She wants the center to offer a variety of resources, including educational programs, publications, and conferences.

She also hopes to expand the center's reach to include artists from all over the world. She believes that art has the power to transcend cultural and religious differences and bring people together.

Sigler’s importance of integrating faith and art in worship

Sigler believes that it is essential to integrate faith and art in worship. She believes that art can help us to connect with God on a deeper emotional and spiritual level. Art can also help us to communicate the gospel in new and creative ways. For example, Sigler has created a number of artworks that depict biblical stories in a contemporary context.

Sigler and the power of art to transform and inspire

Sigler believes that art has the power to transform and inspire. She believes that art can help us to see the world in new ways and to connect with our deepest selves.

In her own life, she has found that art has been a source of comfort, healing, and inspiration. She deeply believes that art can have a similar impact on the lives of others. She also is a passionate advocate for integrating faith and art. She believes that art has the power to transform and inspire, and that it is essential to find ways to bring art into our worship and spiritual lives.

Her work at The Brem Center is making a significant contribution to the field of theology and the arts. Her vision for the future of the center is ambitious, but I believe that she has the passion and dedication to make it a reality. Whether you are an artist, a musician, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of art, there are many ways to connect your faith with your creativity.

Question: How do you consider how you can integrate faith and art into your own life?