Nurturing Fertile Soil
The 153rd Annual Convention
of the Diocese of Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas
February 14-15, 2025
‘Then he took a seedling from the land, placed it in fertile soil; a plant by abundant waters.’ Ezekiel 17:5
General concept idea and artistic info:
Nurturing Fertile Soil (Ezekiel 17:5)
… then he took a seed from the land, placed it in the fertile soil.
Artistic Concept:
The concept is that Christianity is the seed and we as Christians are called to spread the word multiplying the words of Christ to love the Lord your God with all your heart and mind and soul and your neighbor as yourself. (Matthew 22:37)
Dove: stands both for Purity and peace and birds in general stand for the winged soul. A descending dove represents the Holy Ghost.
Vine: stands for God’s relationship with humanity
Cedar trees: represent beauty and majesty and the symbol of Messiah’s and his kingdom (Ezekiel 17: 22-24)
Olive trees: represent peace
The border is in celebration of Arkansas new Bishop, John Harmon
ARTIST: ANGIE TROTTER
Procession of Clergy
Ministry
Videos
Bishop John T.W. Harmon with
The Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas’ Kids!
Workshops
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Trinity Cathedral Tour
Presenter: Michael McNeely
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Ministry Exploration: Introduction to Discernment
Ministry Exploration: Introduction to Discernment, and Gathering for Aspirants, Postulants, and Candidates
Presenter: the Rev’d. Mary Vano, and Christy Glaze
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Vestry: Leading with Purpose
Presenter: the Rev’d. Barkley Thompson, and Becky Newberry
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Small & Rural Churches Initiative: Collaborative Partnership
Presenter: the Rev’d. Dr. Jason Alexander