Visual Storytelling

 This is the sanctuary of 

St. Stephen's Lutheran Church 

in Hickory, North Carolina.

Artist Diane Guelzow 
(her husband Rev. David Guelzow
 serves at St. Stephan)
made these banners to compliment 
the stained glass windows in the chancel.
These banners are made with paint on paper.
They make a festive enhancement 
for worship.
I was drawn in to the "story" 
they helped to create.

Donna Lee orchestrated 

this large display of all ages of "fisher people".

 This was in keeping with 

the Convention theme- "Let's Go Fishing!"

Students in their Lutheran School 

handmade origami fish for the net.

These banners also enhanced 

the entrance to the Convention Hall.

They were also made by Diane Guelzow.

It is paint on paper.

Absolutely stunning.

There were many 
effective images that helped us remember the
theme, the story, the prayers,
and the ministries of the SED.

We give thanks to all who made 
this gathering a blessing to all that attended.
May these visuals help us all to be better witnesses,
storytellers, and "fisher people."
May we earn to fish on the "other side."