Jesus and the Rockettes...

A friend of ours posted this story (click here) about a veteran Rockette and how Jesus impacted her life and those among the ranks of lovely ladies with the high kicks. It brought home to me how even in the most unusual places the Nazarene appears in the life of someone who trusts in him.

The world of dance is not known as a culture that "knows Christ", in fact in many ways it is completely opposite. I found this story extremely encouraging and leading me to pray that God would shine more of His light in the dance world of NYC and beyond.

"...you will take up your timbrels and go out to dance with the joyful."
Jeremiah 31

Peace,
Kirk & Sarah

Fujimura interview...

Thought this might interest you. This is an interview Mako did recently that he has said is one of the best he's given. (click here)

Enjoy,
Kirk

A Four Gospels update...

FYI...a show has been arranged in NYC at the Dillon Gallery and a website for pre-orders posted for Mako's upcoming release of the Gospels. In case you are interested.

Click here for the website and info.

Kirk & Sarah

Another friend who illustrates...

I recently came across this exhibition of a friend (click HERE for the website) whom I got to know through my work with the International Arts Movement. Jerry was a fellow board member with Mako Fujimura on the National Endowment for the Arts. In fact I would say Jerry was the one Mako became the closest with (outside the chairman, Dana Gioia) over his years of service. Jerry and his wife Gloria have both been involved in the arts for a very long time. His art has not only a wonderful straightforward quality, one that connects with children, but also a depth that makes you notice that good art is being made here. Added to his desire to produce beautiful things, is a desire also to see more good done as a result of his work; an admirable drive.

So, if you find yourself in western Massachusetts near Stockbridge it might be worth a visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum.

Peace,
Kirk & Sarah

Jerry Pinkney's exhibtion link to Rockwell Museum

The Four Holy Gospels...

Just found out about this newly released short documentary (click HERE to see it) about my friend Mako's project for the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible (click HERE for more info on the project). What's awesome about this work is not only do I (Kirk) know the people in front of the camera, but I also know the guys behind the camera. The director and editor, Brendan and Adam, were students of mine while they were studying at NYU Film School. They were key leaders in the transFORM movement in NYC while I was there. This brings me deep satisfaction to see, AND an abundance of praise to the Creator who is the source of all beauty.

Kirk (& Sarah)

4 Holy Gospels link