who we are

A branch of W.I.N.D. of the Spirit Ministries that serves as a network of artists who honor Christ together through art and community service.

our purpose

To inspire our world to seek God and a personal relationship with Him through Christ.

our art

Displays beauty, integrity, and excellence through all kinds of media and subject matter.

we minister by:

  • Sharing the good news of Christ as Savior in all that we do.
  • Serving our churches and communities.
  • Supporting one another as persons and artists.
  • Providing opportunities to exhibit.
  • Sponsoring imaginative fellowship events and seminars.

Our Story

We started with eight artists meeting at Marianne McDonough’s home. For 18 months, we prayed, planned, and sought God for His vision and purposes. It was an amazing spiritual adventure we all still treasure. Our worship was deep, and God’s Spirit encouraged us with His presence and wisdom.
In 2012, after laying much groundwork, we held our first conference, Worship in the Potter’s Hands. Everyone was excited, and we knew that we were starting a great adventure. 
Since that time, we have produced ten major exhibits, four of which have or are traveling to various locations in the Twin Cities and one that occupied the beautiful gallery at the Minneapolis Public Library. We also sponsored five conferences, a DVD series, numerous fellowship opportunities for our artists, a television program on worship arts, and a number of community outreach ministries for homeless children, nursing home residents, prisoners, cancer patients, and the city of Minneapolis May Day Festival.
In 2021, we launched our "Fresh Oil Artists" art blog, an ongoing presentation of new art with inspirational writings. We also feature art from past exhibits and singular artists.
We thank God for the privilege to serve Him and give Him all the glory, because His grace alone provided the vision, path, resources, and strategies. 

Our Current Exhibit: "In God's Hands”

Welcome to our 2023-2024 traveling exhibition! We launched this beautiful faith experience on May 19th at the Hugh's Pavillion in Edina, MN. Please click on the video to meet some of our artists and view the opening event.

Come, worship with us...

He's here. Our God. The Most High Sovereign God Who never changes.
We know our God will never desert or abandon us. We are safe in His love and His power.
Our new exhibition celebrates Almighty God in all His majesty and glory.
He's the One we look to and can count on, the One for Whom we were made.
We are excited to welcome you on this wonderful adventure!
Serving Christ together,
Marianne McDonough,
Director of W.I.N.D. of the Spirit Ministries and Great Commission Artists

Theme Scripture

Psalm 19:1 NIV
The heavens declare the glory of God;
the skies proclaim the works of His Hands.