The Brehm Center
Integrating worship, theology, and the arts for the renewal of church and culture
Moving the worship and arts conversation from research to resources to real life, our center exists to equip artist and ministry leaders for a changing culture, whether in the classroom, the studio, or the pulpit. We offer events, resources, and cohorts in our three locations as well as online.
Brehm Integrations
Go Behind the Scenes of our Work Integrating Worship, Theology, and the Arts
Our blog features content from Brehm faculty and staff as well as from students, artists, and ministry leaders who are actively integrating worship, theology, and the arts.
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When Churches and Artists Come Together During a Pandemic
August 11, 2021
One intention of the Brehm Residency is for artists and churches to learn and reflect on the nature of the arts and faith in a deep and embo... Read More
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Worship, Preaching, and Justice
April 20, 2021
The above art by John August Swanson has served as a visual representation of the vision of Brehm Preaching—A Lloyd John Ogilvie Initiativ... Read More
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Celebrating 20 Years… and a New Look!
March 10, 2021
Founded in 2001 and named after Fuller Seminary Board of Trustee members William and Delores Brehm, the Brehm Center’s mission is to integ... Read More
Brehm for Ministry Leaders
The Brehm Center was founded to help ministry leaders consider and experience how the arts might shape their ministry practices in creative and theologically informed ways. Explore our programs and resources specially designed to equip pastors and ministry leaders in this unprecedented season of ministry.
Brehm for Artists
We believe that artists can be voices in the wilderness of our culture. Our team is passionate about supporting artists’ creative, vocational, and spiritual formation, as well as equipping artists to serve well in both church and culture. Learn more about our cohorts and resources supporting artist community and development.
Brehm for Students
Do you want to go deeper in your understanding of worship, theology, and the arts? With a renowned faculty specializing in liturgical theology, arts, and culture, we offer both degreed and non-degreed opportunities to explore this generative intersection. Learn more about joining our learning community.
Founders and History
Founded in 2001 and named after Fuller Seminary Board of Trustee members William and Delores Brehm, the Brehm Center’s mission is to integrate worship, theology, and the arts for the renewal of church and culture. The original Brehm Charter states, “We believe that God is the original artist, the first Creator. By engaging expert faculty, world-class artists, and visiting scholars to investigate the theory and practice of making art in ministry, we hope to inspire a new generation of thoughtful, creative, and culturally engaged leaders that can wisely speak into the church as well as beyond its walls.” Read more below for a timeline of Brehm history.
Faculty and Staff
Shannon Sigler
Executive Director
shannonsigler@fuller.edu
Ruth Schmidt
Director of Strategy
Brehm Film Co-Director
ruthschmidt@fuller.edu
Todd Johnson
William K. and Delores S. Brehm Associate Professor of Worship, Theology, and the Arts
tjohnson@fuller.edu
Rob Johnston
Director of Brehm Film, and Professor of Theology and Culture
johnston@fuller.edu
Ed Willmington
Director of Brehm Music: A Fred Bock Initiative
edw@fuller.edu
W. David O. Taylor
Professor of Theology and Culture
davidtaylor1@fuller.edu
Maria Fee
Director of Brehm Visual Art
mariafee@fuller.edu
Jennifer Ackerman
Director of Brehm Preaching:
A Lloyd John Ogilvie Initiative
jenniferackerman@fuller.edu
May Kytonen
Director of Cohorts & Lead Designer
maykytonen@fuller.edu
Erin Brockway
Program Administrator, Brehm Preaching
erinbrockway@fuller.edu
Contact Us
Pasadena
135 N. Oakland Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91182
Primary Contact: Ruth Schmidt
Houston
10200 Richmond Ave #170
Houston, TX 77042
Primary Contact: David Taylor