After the year we’ve had, everyone needs a little hope and joy.
And an angel.
Inspired by a project in Kennebunkport, Maine, the Saugatuck Church arts and ministry team wanted to design something to engage Westporters as they passed by.
Call it the downtown church’s holiday gift to the community.
Katherine Ross designed the angel wings …
Katherine Ross designed the wings. Michael Brennecke cut them, dug the hole and mixed the cement to secure them on the broad lawn outside the handsome building.
… and Michael Brennecke dug the hole and mixed the cement …
“We have been so isolated from each other, and under so much stress,” says Rev. Alison Patton.
“We hope these angel wings spark a little playfulness, give us a way to connect with each other, and encourage folks to share.” (Don’t forget to tag Saugatuck Church!)
“The world needs love, justice and compassion this season So we ae calling all angels.”
A sign will go up soon, but you heard it here first: “Be an angel this season. Take a selfie to post!”
… while MaryEllen Hendricks is another member of the Saugatuck Church arts and ministry team.
Thanks, Dan, for highlighting this incredibly fun project from our Arts and Ministry team at Saugatuck! We all need a bit of joy in our lives in a normal holiday season – and we know this season is anything BUT normal. My hope is that all Westport Angels will come snap a shot and feel the joy of the season.
This was a wonderful idea.