This is a banner I made for the Metro DC Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America for their celebration of the Reformation in 2011. It is inspired by Romans 8: 37, the verse that proceeds one of my personal favorites. It is a processional banner, with words on the back for the viewers to see as the banner moves onward.
I printed on red, gold, adobe, and copper-colored silk. The banner is created in three layers, window screening, five wavy panels of silk, and a large cross of cotton duck appliqued with gold mesh fabric. The design is physically and symbolically for a church in movement. It is easier to process a large banner when the air can move through it. Traditional symbols used in a contemporary format and the mixture of materials suggest change.
I chose this scripture after a rousing Bible Study on a Wednesday morning at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Winchester, VA. This is my home congregation. Those of us who gather at 7:30 in the morning are devoted learners. Pastor Jim Utt posed the question, “What would be better than being conquerors?” I had a very snappy response that morning. And for you, in this moment, what would be better than being conquerors? 
Norma this is outstanding!!! do you have this or did they get to keep it? headed to a Reformation service in Wake Forest on Sunday. still need to et you and John connected…. let me know if ever in the Springfield area….