Call for Artists

We are delighted to extend this special invitation for the Call for Artists for New Leaf Network’s Table Conference 2023, which will focus on "Nourishing Hope for a Flourishing Future Church in Canada." This highly anticipated event will bring together academics, theologians, pastors, students and ministry leaders, as well as creatives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in meaningful discussions, share valuable insights, and explore innovative ideas to foster hope and growth in the church within our Canadian context.

The New Leaf Network has been a bridge between academics and church leaders bringing together both research and practice. This call for artists is a widening of our imagination, and a recognition of the various ways we can learn and connect and be nourished.

Date: October 12-13, 2023
Location: Waterloo, ON, & online
Theme: A Shared Feast: Nourishing Hope for a Flourishing Future Church in Canada
Keynote Speakers: Joash Thomas, Dr. Hilary McBride, Nikayla Reize, PhD.

About the Conference:

As the church navigates the complexities of post-Christendom Canada, we recognize the importance of fostering hope and vitality. This conference aims to explore innovative ideas, cutting-edge research, and actionable strategies that will foster hope and empower the church in Canada to flourish. We are seeking artistic expression that encourages fresh questions, sparks our imagination, creating a space that helps to envision and shape a hopeful and vibrant future for the Canadian Church.

Call for Artists:

We invite visual artists, artisans, crafters, musicians, mixed media artists (or other media we have not considered!) that delve into various aspects of hope for the future of the church in Canada.

Submission Guidelines:

If you wish to contribute to this exhibition, please submit of proposal of your work to info@newleafnetwork.ca by September 15th, 2023. Our committee of reviewers will carefully evaluate each submission, and notification of acceptance will be sent out by September 30th, 2023. Please include your full name, contact information, academic/professional affiliation (if any), and a brief bio with your submission.

Thank you for considering our invitation. Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@newleafntwork.ca. We look forward to welcoming you to the Table 2023.

Warm regards,
The New Leaf Team