A Relationship Built with Trust Steinbach Art Council to Host Visual and Performing Arts Conference - Opportunity for Artists to Learn and Share

What does it mean to trust someone? Recently I was asked that question. The dictionary defines ‘trust’ as “relying on the integrity, justice and friendship of another person.” It also says “to have confidence in.”

Confidence is a word synonymous with trust. Psalm 118:8 is the middle verse in the Bible, and it gives us a great truth that relates to all the Bible, “It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.”

We put our trust and confidence in things we can see and prove to be trustworthy. You have confidence in your easy chair in your living room because you have proved it faithful to hold you, time and time again. So, you just flop into that chair without giving it a second thought.

Also, you trust your friend. You don’t have to quiz them on how they will react to what you tell them because they have proven themselves faithful in the past. Therefore, you have confidence they will be there for you.

God wants us to trust Him in the same way and for the same reasons. You trust your friends because you’ve spent time with them and interacted with them on many occasions. They have proved themselves to be faithful. God says to us in Malachi 3:10 “Prove me now herewith.”

He wants us to have a close relationship with Him and get to know Him so well that you can trust Him in all things.

A child gets to know his parents very well because he spends most of his time with them. If you really want to get to know God so you can trust Him, then you need to become His child so you can spend time with Him.

John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” When a person believes that Jesus Christ died for their sins, God gives them eternal life and He makes them His child. Then, the more time you spend with God in prayer and reading His Word, the Bible, the more you will grow to trust Him and have confidence in His leading in your life.

Proverbs 18:24 says God is “a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” When you really get to know God as your Friend, then Proverbs 3:5,6 says you can get to this point in your life, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

If we could all get to this point, this world would be a much better place. But regardless of what other people say or do, you can come to God, put your faith and confidence in Him and let Him lead you, step by step, through life. Why not trust Him today?

By Dan Guetre

The Manitoba Arts Network (MAN) has announced that the Steinbach Arts Council will be this year’s host for Manitoba Showcase 2023 scheduled this fall from October 26-29.

Manitoba Showcase is an annual visual and performing arts conference that features some of the best Canadian artists, from a wide range of genres, for Manitoban presenters and galleries, connecting them with future opportunities and collaboration.

The preeminent event of its kind in Manitoba, Showcase engages over 150 artists, presenters, agents, managers, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop and rekindle relationships. The conference will feature speakers, performances, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educa- tors, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities, peer-to-peer and one-toone career advice from specialist advisors, and other showcase artists.

The Mennonite Heritage Museum is the primary location for the Manitoba Showcase workshops with Steinbach Regional Secondary School booked as the Showcase venue. The Steinbach Arts Council building will host the exhibitions, and late-night networking.

The conference will feature speakers, performances, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educators, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities, and much more.

Peer-to-peer and one-to-one career advice and information from MAN staff, specialist advisors, and other showcase artists is a key component of the annual event.

Over the 4 days, 25 artists, and 150 delegates featuring some of the best Canadian visual and performing artists will attend the event featuring 12 performing artists showcases, 6 RBC emerging performing artist showcases, 5 visual art exhibitions, 5 pitches, 8 workshops and 12 networking events.

“It’s a weekend of entertainment, inspiration, and the ultimate place to connect with artists, presenters, industry professionals, colleagues, and friends,” noted MAN in their announcement. “It’s an excellent opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and get exposed to the latest techniques, and digital trends that will help you stand out from your competitors.”

Early Bird registration deadline is September 22. Go to manitobaartsnetwork.ca. If you have any questions/issues, do not hesitate to reach them at admin@mbartsnet.ca or call toll free 1-866-919-2787.