Arlington Heights art students depict Stations of the Cross

A labor of love recently completed by student artists at First United Methodist Church in Arlington Heights will be on display during the two weeks prior to Good Friday in the church’s gathering area.

Each member of a multigenerational art ministry, led by church member Thom Frerk, chose to depict one “Station of the Cross” using a variety of media including oil and acrylic painting, stained glass, quilting, woodwork, watercolor, textiles, papermaking, paper-shaping and collage. A special feature sound installation is also planned for the exhibit.

Although it is not a common element in the Methodist tradition, the Stations of the Cross is a 14-step spiritual pilgrimage through the passion of Christ, from the moment he is condemned to die to his interment in a borrowed tomb. By sensually absorbing each image and meditating on its implications, worshippers can experience the depth of Jesus’ love and sacrifice.

The church is at 1903 E. Euclid Ave., in Arlington Heights. Visitors are welcome during Sunday morning worship time (9:30 a.m.) and on Saturdays, March 23 and 30, from noon to 4 p.m.