More and more WELS congregations are incorporating Christian artwork—whether in stained-glass windows, altar furnishings, architecture, or paintings—into their churches. But what does this mean in the worship of our Lord? What messages does it send? Last month we shared the meaning of the art and architecture at the new Chapel of the Christ at Martin Luther College. This month we continue that exploration by looking at a triptych at a WELS church in Illinois. We're looking for more examples to share with our readers. How does your congregation use unique architecture or artwork—either old or new—in its church? Send a description and picture(s) to Forward in Christ, 2929 N Mayfair Rd, Milwaukee WI 53222.

Our back-page article examines another piece of art—you. Pastor Don Patterson reminds us that each one of us is the work of the Master, made special by our God—no matter what we look like. In another article, a woman emphasizes that fact and also the importance of faith in a heartbreaking story of how she lives with a facial deformity after battling cancer.