Bethel University will host an opening reception for a new art exhibit, “Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness: Theological Aesthetics and Spiritual Formation,” on Thurs., Nov. 12, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Everest-Rohrer Rotunda. The event will include a lecture and question-and-answer session with the artist, Rev. Dr. Larisa Levicheva, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about her artwork and the meaning behind it.
“Holiness of life is an invitation by God for us to inhabit and experience what’s good and beautiful about him. I trust that people who visit the exhibit will be drawn by that beauty,” Levicheva says.
The exhibit, which opened November 5, in Bethel’s Weaver Gallery and features artwork by Levicheva inspired by Psalm 19:1, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” Through traditional Christian icons, the artwork represents important biblical figures and teachings while reflecting the beauty of God and important truths of the Christian faith. Featured pieces include depictions of the Holy Trinity, Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary. The exhibit will remain open in the Weaver Gallery through Jan. 8, 2027.
About the Artist
Rev. Dr. Larisa Levicheva is professor of biblical studies at Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University. She earned her doctorate in Old Testament studies from Middlesex University and the London School of Theology in 2014. She also holds a Master of Divinity and a ThM in World Mission and Evangelism from Asbury Theological Seminary. Levicheva has taught biblical studies and theology in Russia and Jamaica and currently teaches at Wesley Seminary. She has also contributed to several publications in areas of biblical studies, missions, and contextualization.