Art as part of worship
When St. Mark’s moved into its new worship space in 1986, learning how to inhabit it was part of parish life. Richard Morris, the interim rector from 1986 to 1989 according to the congregation’s history, brought experience in the liturgical arts. He designed hangings and vestments for the new setting.[1]
The same account connects artist and parish member Thomas Sayre with large images of the cross installed in the Concourse. It traces their inspiration to a parish Lenten programme. The account mentions recognition for the work without identifying an award; no particular award is claimed here.[1]
Thomas Sayre and Gallery CLC
Sayre’s own website describes a Cross series arising from Lenten reflection. It offers context for the artist’s practice, although it is not a verified inventory of the works at St. Mark’s.[28]
Art also had a public-facing place on the campus. A local spring arts guide in 2019 listed Gallery CLC at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, with the New Hope Road address and the parish website. [29]
About the illustration on this site
The pencil-style illustration used throughout this memorial was created digitally from a generated image informed by reference photographs of the church. It is an interpretation of the building, not an archival photograph or a measured architectural drawing.