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Arts for Relief and Missions seeks to use the arts and music for evangelism and ministry in the U.S. and abroad, and equip believers as ambassadors by building Christian character in the light of God's truth. This work is supported by the prayers and partnership of
God's people. We are a tax-exempt 501c3 charitable organization.
Donations to our work are deductible according to IRS guidelines.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 1993, ARM is an association of music and arts Christian professionals working in the market place in their field of expertise or serving in ministry in that capacity, as in the cases of ministers of music and worship leaders of associated churches. |
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Centuries ago visual art was used to bring people into the presence of the Lord for worship. A famous early 15th century altarpiece was commissioned by monks with one request - that the artist would paint it in such a way that those in their care dying from the plague and syphilis would be healed when they saw it. Before new patients were even washed, they were taken to the altar to see how the Lord, who suffered and died for them, also understood their own suffering. The 15th century monastery Isenheim, Germany became known as a place where miraculous healing occurred. Still today, the Lord is able to use the arts in ways that we have not ever thought possible. In these last days we see our world going through frightening deterioration and constant changes. We know we need fresh and vibrant ways to reach people with the message of our Lord who never changes. |
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To Orphans
In Russia today there are an estimated 650,000 children living in state-run orphanages and another 1.2 million orphans and abandoned children living in the cold streets, under manhole covers and in sewers, forests, or wherever they can find shelter against the elements.
ARM is involved in raising assistance for the hurting children of Russia to help give them food, shelter and other consistent care. We are a founding member of the CoMission for Children at Risk International, with board members on the executive committee of this action-based coalition of western organizations. (Go to the Orphan Ministries Page)
To Rwanda
We are also beginning new work to bring assistance to 300 Rwandan churches under Bishop-Elect Reverend Jupa Kaberuka as they build their Bible college and cathedral. Reverend Jupa and the pastors of these churches have asked for Biblical counseling training to bring God's Word of forgiveness, healing and reconcilliation to the people of Rwanda who survived the recent holocaust. Only God's word is able to do such a miracle in the hearts of people who have endured such tragedy at the hands of their own countrymen.
Our Ministry in Missions...
Evangelism
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Opening receptions of touring exhibitions are used as evangelistic outreach with musician teams to reach people who often have no other contact with the Gospel. This may include business people and other professionals as well as dignitaries who are not easily reached. A Vision for the Lost. . .The arts promote missions by bringing people into the lives of others with powerful visual images. By using art forms which have been fully devoted to the Lord's purposes, people can be brought into the presence of God who transforms out hearts to have a passion for the things of His heart. An Understanding of the Word...Throughout the first part of the Bible known as the Old Testament there is a constant pointing forward to a Messiah. Jesus often referred back to Old Testament narratives such as the story of Jonah to describe His own ministry. Many of our paintings are depictions of Old Testament narratives that point forward as "types" or symbols of Jesus, the coming Messiah.
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Worship
Large paintings executed live and on-site before audiences give powerful visual impact during messages in word or during worship in song. ARM also consists of many associated ministers of music who are involved in concert ministry for worship and also evangelism.We are involved in weekly worship concerts and other contemporary music ministries. Our concerts on a U.S. Naval training base have resulted in hundreds of young people giving their hearts to God. DiscipleshipOur practical, biblically-based seminars in the United States and Europe focus on expository preaching and character-building of people called to arts and music ministries. Check out our discipleship work at the CAMMA link! ARM board members bring years of experience in biblically-based teaching and preaching, as well as professional music and arts-related ministries. |
E-mail: arminc@arminc.org
ph: (215) 886-4258
PO Box 612 Glenside PA 19038-0612 USA
Copyright © 1999 - 2007 Arts for Relief and Missions, Inc.
All Artwork and Digital Representations of Paintings © R. Adcock