Silent Art
Auction
2019 CBF General Assembly
The CBF Silent Art Auction began in 2002 as the dream of our field personnel. Their hope was to showcase high quality, hand-made art and at the same time tell stories of marginalized people around the world. Although proceeds from the auction will go directly to support both the artists and the ministries of the field personnel involved, the overall goal of the Silent Art Auction is more than just raising money. We hope it will facilitate conversation and inspire prayer for the lives impacted as God works through CBF Global Missions. The stories behind the pieces within the auction are far more priceless than the items themselves. One way you can continue to support these ministries is by using this catalog as a prayer guide to assist you in praying for the artists who created these items as well as learning about the projects and field personnel supported through their sale. As you reflect on each item and read the descriptions of their origins, please take a moment to say a prayer for the people they represent.
Bidding Process Bidding will end on Friday afternoon before The Gathering Place closes at 5:30 p.m. You must be present to win. If the top bidder is not present at the close of bidding, the next highest bidder will be declared the winner. Items must be paid for on Friday afternoon at the close of the auction. Each winning bidder will be given a ticket to present for payment. Items may only be released after proof of purchase is presented.
Why The Arts Matter by Tina Bailey CBF Field Personnel Bali, Indonesia The arts give us one more way to:
Cultivate a deeper connection in our communities.
Empower local artists by showcasing their work.
Encourage the Global Church by celebrating local expressions of the Gospel through the arts.
Tell the stories of those who are often marginalized.
Appreciate the people with whom we minister.
We endeavor each year to find unique pieces for the Silent Art Auction, which are not just the run-of-the-mill tourist objects that anyone would buy. Instead, our aim is to showcase the high quality of work being done by the people where many of us minister as CBF field personnel. This often means that the artwork you find is not produced in a factory, but is created by marginalized and sometimes oppressed people—people in difficult situations who are creating items of beauty. Each item has a story. Each year the Silent Art Auction is different. The new artists we meet in our work, the new work of our long-term artists and the pieces our fellow field personnel discover in their areas of ministry shape the unique collection of pieces we bring to the General Assembly. My husband, Jonathan, and I cherish our work on behalf of artists, the Global Church, CBF constituents and the ever-blossoming dialog taking place between the arts and faith. We believe that the arts are close to the heart of God, and that we fulfill God’s intent for the creation when we create new forms, symbols and meanings. The items for auction represent the lives and ministries of CBF field personnel as well as artists from the areas where our field personnel are located. CBF field personnel who are also artists are highly encouraged to contribute as well. The arts are a means for becoming conscious of our shared humanity, a consciousness much needed in our world today as we face increasing sentiment that results in division and isolation. More than ever, we need the beautiful and unifying peace offered through our Lord. Proceeds from the auction go to support the ongoing work of CBF field personnel. Many of the pieces have been purchased, or donated directly from the artists themselves.
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Custom-made quilt, Linda Todd Phelps, 2019 textile. 67 x 84 inches
This quilt was designed and made to honor Scarlette Jasper, CBF field personnel, and Olive Branch Ministries in Somerset, Kentucky, by Linda Todd Phelps. Linda grew up in a family of quilters in South Central Kentucky. She now lives in Waynesville, North Carolina. The Longarm Quilting was done by Laura Suich. The fabric is from Faithfully Yours by Cloth works. Longarm quilting is the process by which a longarm sewing machine is used to sew together a quilt top, quilt batting and quilt backing into a finished quilt. Scarlette Jasper serves with Together for Hope, CBF’s rural development coalition, in the Appalachian foothills of Southern and South Central Kentucky. A longtime champion for the economically disadvantaged, Scarlette ministers within some of the poorest counties in the United States. The majority of the counties in which Scarlette serves are considered “distressed” counties on the basis of low per capita income and high rates of poverty and unemployment. Profits from the sale of this item will go back into the ministry of Scarlette Jasper.
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You Without Sin, Joseph Jones, 2019
acrylic on canvas, 21 x 21 inches
Artist and CBF supporter Joseph Jones writes: “My inspiration unfolds each morning as I meditate on Christ’s teaching and living my life. Mediation in the mornings brings clarity to the mind and heart. The morning I saw this image I thought I heard Jesus say, you without sin throw the first rock. How can you not look deep within yourself ? As an artist, I see life in images: both present and past –- especially with paintings and furniture. Van Gogh’s paintings with their rich, vibrant colors have brought me so much peace. In contrast, the political and racial, injustice of this past year has been distressing. Picasso’s black and white painting, Guernica, grabbed my soul. It shows the injustice of humanity in war! I began to reflect on Christ’s teachings and saw the black and white of life. I saw how quantum theory shows us we live in a world of non-duality - black and white, right and wrong with Jesus being our model for living.” I met Jonathan and Tina Bailey 20 years ago on their home assignment. As a studio furniture maker and lover of the arts, I connected deeply with the work they are doing in Bali and how they reflect Christ. During a visit to Bali several years ago, I was quite taken by how Jonathan and Tina have merged into Balinese culture, bringing God’s love for everyone! As an artist, I want to be a part of their ministry, encouraging and supporting their work for peace, justice, grace and mercy in our world.” Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Supporting The Off Ramp #3
 Artillery Bead Necklace, Adera Designs, 2018 melted down spent artillery shells, 32 inches long
Adera Designs exists to create jobs for mothers living in the Korah community of Ethiopia and whose children attend the Adera Daycare. Each piece is lovingly made by hand from upcycled ammunition. Through Adera Designs we are not merely providing fish, but rather teaching to fish in hopes that the world will know we are His by the way we love. Adera designs is one of many enterprizes supported by The Off Ramp, a new nonprofit organization started by Nell Green. Reverend Nell Green, who serves as field personnel for the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, is an accomplished seamstress, and is the President/ CEO of the nonprofit organization, The Off Ramp, a nonprofit organization that seeks to create opportunities to thrive for those who are displaced or in danger of displacement. Proceeds will support The Off Ramp.
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Mary Magdalena Stole, Hayder Alnajafi and Nell Green, 2018 silk and polyester, 4 ½ inches wide. 45 inches long
Hayder Alnajafi is from Iraq. He came to the US as a refugee in 2015. He has worked as the head tailor for Threads by Nomad since its beginning in 2016. Hayder has over 20 years of experience as a tailor in his home country. Reverend Nell Green, who serves as field personnel for the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, is an accomplished seamstress, and is the President/CEO of the non profit organization, The Off Ramp. Proceeds will support The Off Ramp a nonprofit organization that seeks to create opportunities to thrive for those who are displaced or in danger of displacement.
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Boat Painting from Bangli Narcotics Prison
recycled materials: tea, newspaper, and acrylic paint on recycled canvas)
This painting was created in Bangli Narcotics Prison. The programs there are not yet fully supported financially but that does not keep the men there from finding ways to be creative. This piece of art represents the resourcefulness of the inmates in using recycled materials to create a beautiful work of art. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Tina’s focus is mentoring inmates in a painting studio developed by and for prisoners in Bali’s high security prison. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-incommunity not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives, it trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Tina and Jonathan Bailey.
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Moon, Ampar Junporn, 2018
acrylic on canvas board, 30 cm × 40 cm
Ampar is from Thailand and an inmate in Denpasar Women’s Prison. Tina has known Ampar for more than seven years and has seen her develop as an artist and as a leader. One year ago, the womem’s cell block became a separate prison and Ampar has been key to starting the art program in the new Women’s Prison. The clear leader of the art group, she has learned important life lessons inside. She said, “Before coming to prison making money was the most import thing for me. In prison, I learned that money is not important. Three things are most important: Love, truth and sharing. All must work together, but the other two are not possible with out love.” Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, and spiritual care in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Chakira Beaded Flower Necklace, Luzmilda López, 2019 chakira beads, 20 inches in length
Luzmilda López, age 39, lives in the village of Akwayala, Panama, on the shores of Lake Bayano. She is from the Guna indigenous people and an active member of the small Baptist church in her community. The sale of her bead work and molas provides a major source of income for her family. Luzmilda began beading with her mother around age six, and now she is teaching the craft to her own daughters. Guna women wear “winis,” or long strands of beads woven into intricate designs and wrapped on their legs and forearms. Sue and Greg Smith work with immigrants in the U.S. and promote awareness of the cultures and customs of Latin America. Based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, they provide immigration legal services and pastoral care as they address human needs of immigrants from many countries and cultures. They also lead immersion trips and assist in short-term mission endeavors to work alongside indigenous peoples. Proceeds will support the work of Greg and Sue Smith.
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Chakira Beaded Necklace (black and white with gold and yellow design), Luzmilda López, 2019
chakira beads, 14 inches in length; 3 inches wide
Luzmilda López, age 39, lives in the village of Akwayala, Panama, on the shores of Lake Bayano. She is from the Guna indigenous people and an active member of the small Baptist church in her community. The sale of her beadwork and molas provides a major source of income for her family. Luzmilda began beading with her mother around age six, and now she is teaching the craft to her own daughters. Guna women wear “winis,” or long strands of beads woven into intricate designs and wrapped on their legs and forearms. The Guna (Kuna) practice many traditional customs well over 500 years old, but the group faces significant challenges as they seek to maintain their culture and art forms in a changing world. Sue and Greg Smith work with immigrants in the U.S., and promote awareness of cultures and customs of Latin America. Based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, they provide immigration legal services and pastoral care as they address human needs of immigrants from many countries and cultures. They also lead immersion trips and assist in short-term mission endeavors to work alongside indigenous peoples. Proceeds will support the work of Greg and Sue Smith.
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#9 Batik Painting of Dancers, Jogyakarta , Indonesia batik on cotton, 36 x 57 inches
Indonesia is famous for its tradition of batik. Batik painting is a specialty in the use of hot wax relief layered dying processes. There are a variety of techniques. This particular piece is an example of Batik Tulis painting (Hand-drawn). Each piece is concidered an original. Eddy and Cindy Ruble are leaders among CBF field personnel in Asia where they also have longterm ministries. The Rubles’ work spans diverse needs from disaster relief to providing higher education scholarships and empowering the survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and child sexual abuse. Proceeds will support the work of Cindy and Eddy Ruble.
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Songket Cloth (Selendang / Runner), Bukit Tinggi , Indonesia silk and gold thread hand-loomed, 12 x 66 inches
Songket is a widely used term in southeast Asia for supplementary weft patterning usually denoting metallic thread as the major supplementary weft element. (Textiles of Southeast Asia). This size of Songket would normally be used as a shoulder cloth but can also be used as a display piece in a home. Eddy and Cindy Ruble are leaders among CBF field personnel in Asia where they have longterm ministry. The Rubles’ work spans diverse needs from disaster relief to providing higher education scholarships and empowering the survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and child sexual abuse. Proceeds will support the work of Cindy and Eddy Ruble.
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Handmade Silver Jewelry by Si Yi Chen #11
Persian Chain Maille Silver Necklace, Si Yi Chen, 2018
silver, 19.5 cm
#12 Triple Ring Dragon Scale
Bracelet, SiYi Chen, 2019 silver, 18 cm
These two pieces were created by Si Yi Chen in the silver workshop at Kerobokan Prison in Bali, Indonesia. Each piece is handmade from start to finish, beginning with melting and mixing the silver, then forming an ingot, then drawing it out into wires on a rolling mill. It is then made into the different size rings, soldered and fastened together one-by-one. Si Yi is an inmate in Kerobokan Prison who is serving a life sentence with no end date. He, alongside Myuran Sukumaran, was one of nine Australian drug mules known collectively as the Bali Nine. Si Yi is a completely reformed man who spends most of his time designing and making silver jewelry and training other young inmates in silver-making. He created a jewelry line named Mule Jewels. It is not uncommon for former inmates that he trained to come back to see him and keep learning from him. It takes tremendous courage to hold onto hope when one lives with the reality that no matter how much you have changed, you still may live the rest of your life behind bars. Si Yi is only 34 years old and has already served 14 years. CBF field personnel Tina Bailey writes: “I met Si Yi when I started teaching in the Kerobokan Prison in Bali, Indonesia, seven years ago. We have become very good friends, and I have seen first hand his leadership and care for other inmates. We often eat lunch together, sometimes from amazing meals he cooks for us. I am hoping that his sentence will be reduced so he can one day be free.” Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Tina’s focus is mentoring inmates in a painting studio developed by and for prisoners in Bali’s high security prison. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-incommunity not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Tina and Jonathan Bailey.
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#13 Forgiven, Tina Bailey, 2003 watercolor on paper, 12 x 16 inches
This painting of Tina’s was featured on the cover of Tracy Hartman’s book, “Letting The Other Speak: Proclaiming the Stories of Biblical Women.” Life in Asia and the plight of women has had a major influence on Tina’s art. She uses visual and performing arts in response to traumatic events: through dance following the Bali bombings, and through visual art following the Asian tsunami, and with West African refugees and even as far as Erbil Iraq. Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, and spritual care in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives, it trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Tina and Joanthan Bailey.
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Low Country Beauty, Tina Bailey, 2019 watercolor on paper, 16 x 11.5 inches
“The mysterious beauty of the low country swamps along the Savannah river holds so much Beauty for me. It is the area where I grew up. Water the color of strong tea flowing through boggy lands filled with water-loving trees, invokes the memories of my childhood.” - Tina Bailey Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Tina’s focus is mentoring inmates through painting, drawing, and spritual care in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Japanese Haori (kimono jacket)
78.8 cm x 62.5 cm x 48 cm
Kimonos are known around the world as traditional Japanese clothing. While they were worn daily in years past, in the modern age they are worn only for special occasions, particularly for traditional cultural events. Now that they are worn far less frequently, it is easy to find vintage kimonos and their accessories in markets around Japan. This haori is a light jacket worn over a kimono during cooler weather. The neutral, natural print would complement a variety of kimono patterns and can likewise complement modern western styles as an accent piece. Carson and Laura Foushee have been serving in Japan since 2013. After leading English ministries in the cities of Kanazawa and Toyama for three years, the Foushees are currently living in Tokyo and have recently completed two years of full-time language study. They are currently transitioning to a practicum period of putting their language to use in congregational and community settings alongside Tokiwadai Baptist Church and other Japan Baptist Convention ( JBC) congregations. During this season, the Foushees are continuing to discover how God is working in Japan and are discerning alongside the JBC future ministry opportunities. Proceeds will support the work of Carson and Laura Foushee.
#16 Japanese Obi (kimono belt) silk, 6 meters
Kimonos are known around the world as traditional Japanese clothing. While they were worn daily in years past, in the modern age they are worn only for special occasions, particularly for traditional cultural events. Now that they are worn far less frequently, it is easy to find vintage kimonos and their accessories in markets around Japan. The obi is a wide belt worn with a kimono. The bright and beautiful patterns make this one a lovely accent piece that can be used as dĂŠcor, such as a wall hanging, table runner or bed runner. Carson and Laura Foushee have been serving in Japan since 2013. After leading English ministries in the cities of Kanazawa and Toyama for three years, the Foushees are currently living in Tokyo and have recently completed two years of full-time language study. They are currently transitioning to a practicum period of putting their language to use in congregational and community settings alongside Tokiwadai Baptist Church. During this season, the Foushees are continuing to discover how God is working in Japan, particularly through their partner, the Japan Baptist Convention, and are discerning alongside them future ministry opportunities. Proceeds will support the work of Carson and Laura Foushee.
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LaCount Anderson serves as Mission Engagement Partner along with his wife Anna Anderson who serves as CBF field personnel. The Andersons were commissioned in 2009 and serve in eastern North Carolina through poverty relief. LaCount uses art as a part of his ministry— whether it is after school programs or telling others about the ministry in eastern N.C. He has produced several pieces of art for the CBF Silent Art Auction in past years, as well as other promotional materials for local churches and Baptist organizations. In 2017, his art was published in the magazine Southwestern Art. LaCount is from Savannah, Georgia, and is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (Randall Lolley, president). You may view a gallery of his works at www.lacountanderson.com. LaCount and Anna Anderson serve in eastern N.C. helping people in poverty, through an after-school program in Nash County; an agricultural garden ministry producing healthy food for a food desert in Edgecombe County and in assisting First Baptist Church, Ahoskie, in counseling people in financial crisis resulting from poverty.
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Wesley Gardens Driveway, LaCount Anderson, 2018 watercolor on paper, 15 x11 inches
This particular piece of art is produced with watercolor. A favorite spot that LaCount enjoys is on Burnside Island, Savannah, Ga. Wesley Gardens is a retreat center located on the island. This depicts the driveway leading to the beautiful and historic retreat owned by Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, Savannah, Ga. Proceeds go to support the work of Anna and LaCount Anderson.
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Pineapple, LaCount Anderson, 2018 pen and ink, on paper, 15 x 11 inches
This particular piece of art is produced with pen and ink. The style is a relatively new and upcoming art form called the “Zentangle Method.” Zentangle is a method for drawing that combines meditation and art. Zentangle was invented by a monk named Rick Roberts and an artist named Maria Thomas. Proceeds go to support the work of Anna and Lacount Anderson.
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#19 “Letter B Monogram”, LaCount Anderson, 2018 pen and ink, watercolor on paper, 15 x 11 inches
This particular piece of art is produced with pen and ink and watercolor. The style is a relatively new and upcoming art form called the “Zentangle Method.” LaCount and Anna Anderson serve in eastern N.C. helping people in poverty. They work in an after-school program in Nash County an agricultural garden ministry producing healthy food for a food desert in Edgecombe County, and assisting First Baptist Church, Ahoskie, in counseling people in financial crisis resulting from poverty. Proceeds will support the work of Anna and LaCount Anderson.
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East Tennessee Landscape, LaCount Anderson, 2018 watercolor on paper, 15 x 11 inches
“We live in North Carolina and are blessed with the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. This watercolor is on the other side of the mountain in east Tennessee an equally beautiful part of the mountain range.” - LaCount Anderson LaCount and Anna Anderson serve in eastern N.C. helping people in poverty. They work in an after-school program in Nash County, an agricultural garden ministry producing healthy food for a food desert in Edgecombe County, and assisting First Baptist Church, Ahoskie, in counseling people in financial crisis resulting from poverty. Proceeds will support the work of Anna and LaCount Anderson.
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Abstract, Ingit Friskila, 2018 oil on canvas, 30 cm x 60 cm
Ingit is an extremely talented young woman who is currently an inmate in Denpasar Women’s Prison. She participates in the art program that Tina Bailey leads. Like many young women, she struggles with finding confidence to face the challenges of life. She is described by others as smart, talented and easy to work with. Inside, she has learned how to respect others. Ingit works best in a small circle of friends. Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, dance and spiritual care in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number oflike-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Balinese offering Basket, Kerobokan Prison, 2019 mixed media and recycled newspaper, 10 x 10 x 6.5 inches
There are several projects inside Kerobokan Prison in Denpasar, Bali. Crafting these baskets takes a special skill set. Newspaper is fashioned into long cylinders with glue and molded to construct these beautiful baskets, which are quite impressive. Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, spiritual care and dance in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Pink Flowers,Wahyu Suhada, 2019 oil on canvas , 40 cm x 40 cm
Wahyu is an inmate at Kerobokan Prison. But not for long! He will be free in October. He is drug free and ready to face a new life. “In the past eight years, I have had the privilege to meet a few outstanding artists inside the art room in Kerobokan Prison. Wahyu is one of those artists. Wahyu believes that there are no accidents in life and that is what motivates him in his search to find his purpose and the beauty of life. I hope that once he is free he can find the needed resources to make a fresh start in life and follow his dreams. I am very proud of him and how he has matured, both in his life and as an artist, over the past two years that I have known him.” - Tina Bailey Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, dance and spritualcare in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-incommunity not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Tina and Jonathan Baliey.
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Mother of Earth, Rambu Ngana, 2018 acrylic on canvas, 40 X 50 cm
Rambu was an inmate in Denpasar Women’s Prison. She is now free and adjusting to her new life. She learned a lot about her self inside. She is a very talented person who also loves music, writes her own songs and also paints. Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, and dance in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Tina’s focus is mentoring inmates in a painting studio developed by and for prisoners in Bali’s high security prison. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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#25 Tulle Broughton, Zeina, 2017 Tulle lace work
*Photo not Available* This kind of art is becoming obsolete as many people have stopped making it. This kind of artwork is known to many cities in Lebanon and Kfarshima in the suburbs of Beirut is one of them. The women of the city are experts on such kind of needlework. The artist must have patience and good eyesight in order to do such delicate work which requires great accuracy. The material used in this artwork is tulle, a very delicate material. It is worked with small needles. The designs are either drawn or the stitches are counted to produce the desired design. “We have been working in Lebanon and the Middle East since the year 2000. Some of the main things we do are the Jesus Celebrations. This year marks our 20th year of celebrations. These countries include Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. We also work with refugees and hold weekly women’s and men’s meetings with numbers exceeding 500 people.We also hold two medical/ dental clinics annually as well as several children’s camps every summer.” - Maha Boulos Proceeds will support the work of Chaouki and Maha Boulos.
#26 Orange Sunset, Bela Saputri, 2018 acrylic on Canvas, 35cm x 30 cm
Bela is just 22 years old. Described by the other inmates as sweet, she hopes to find success when she is free. Painting is one of the things that has helped her the most inside prison and the life lessons she has learned inside include a better understanding of how to value others. Tina mentors prisoners through painting, drawing, spiritual care and dance in Bali’s high security prisons. Jonathan and Tina Bailey serve in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts. Tina’s focus is mentoring inmates in a painting studio developed by and for prisoners in Bali’s high security prison. Jonathan focuses on building community in the context of traditional Balinese music ensembles. Together, and with a growing number of like-minded people, an inclusive community that bridges ethnicity and religion continues to develop. Such creating-in-community not only symbolizes God’s creative action in our lives. It trains us to love and accept others who are different from us. Proceeds will support the work of Jonathan and Tina Bailey.
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Ideas for Arts Engagement Uses beyond the auction for this catalog: Pray for the artists who made each item. Pray for the ministries of field personnel represented. Pray for the places of origin of each item. Practice Lectio Divina by meditating on the words or images of each item. Learn about the places, people and cultures represented here.
Ways to get connected to the arts and artists: Become curious about the artists in your own communities. Provided creative spaces for the community in your churches. Nurture imagination. Make artistic messes. Explore art therapy possibilities.
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Notes
CBF FIELD PERSONNEL CBF Global Missions mobilizes field personnel to share the love and compassion of Jesus Christ in over 30 countries and regions around the world. Responding to God’s call and empowered by the Holy Spirit, field personnel cultivate beloved community, bear witness to Jesus Christ and seek transformational development among people who have been forgotten and forsaken by others. Our field personnel serve alongside congregations and local ministry partners within three primary contexts: global poverty, global migration and the global church. As CBF Global Missions innovates for the 21st century, we have implemented an exciting new funding model for mission. The Offering for Global Missions secures the long-term presence of all CBF field personnel, while field personnel raise support from friends, family and other partners to fund their mission programming. Give to the Offering and explore the ministries of CBF field personnel and join as financial supporters in their work around the world.
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" The artist must train not only his eye but also his soul" Kandinsky
About the Baileys’ Ministry Jonathan and Tina Bailey are Cooperative Baptist Fellowship field personnel serving in Bali, Indonesia, with emphasis on spiritual expression through music, dance and visual arts both inside and outside the local Christian community. The Baileys encourage artists who are Christian to stay connected to their culture using the music, dance and visual arts of their native community, offering culturally appropriate forms for the local church. Also, Jonathan and Tina provide support for and encourage artists through the Narwastu Art Community, which they organized in 2005. This community is made up of musicians and dancers from around the world who learn and collaborate alongside a core group of Balinese and internationals who call Bali their home. While the art created is significant, the initiatives of the Narwastu community also provide the space for meaningful relationships that bridge cultural, linguistic and religious differences to begin and grow. It is in this open space of heart and mind that transformation takes place. Tina also teaches in prison arts program for inmates in Bali’s high security prison, mentoring prisoners in art-making and forming relationships with inmates. She works to develop artistic technique as well as life-skills to assist inmates as they re-integrate into society once they are released. She also consults for other prisons that are also interested in developing similar programs.
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CULTIVATING BELOVED COMMUNITY by being the presence of Christ through the arts
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