The Play Collective
We believe in the power of PLAY:
Playing on purpose
Leading into the future
Art, Storytelling, and You, oh my!
Yes, and…
This creative approach to ministry is what makes us powerful, unique leaders, and crucial resources for churches who recognize the need to make change. We partner together and with you to imagine new realities and envision how your ministry can thrive in an uncertain future. Look at our bios and what we offer, and contact us to talk about next steps we can take together.
Heather Roth Johnson
Art, storytelling, and you, oh my!
Arts and storytelling in worship connect faith to the human heart in powerful, lasting ways. Through music, visual art, drama, and narrative, worship becomes more than spoken words—it becomes an experience that invites participation, imagination, and memory. Stories help pass faith from one generation to the next, making timeless truths accessible to children, meaningful to adults, and reflective for elders. Art crosses cultural and age barriers, allowing people to encounter God emotionally as well as intellectually. When worship engages creativity and story, it honors how people learn, remember, and believe, strengthening community and faith across all generations.