A culturally diverse, faithfilled art exhibit in a broad array of mediums is on display for the next seven months at the Church History Museum in Salt Lake City.

The 11th International Art Competition begins March 14th and is operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. “We had over 900 submissions from over 26 countries – the range was astounding,” said competition juror Herman du Toit.

This year’s theme is “Meditations on Belief” and draws on a verse from Psalm 77: “I will remember the works of the Lord: surely I will remember thy wonders of old. I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.”

“It’s this wonderful, powerful force that I think draws us closer to God in terms of what it was like for Him to create the world … and create us and that ultimate expression of faith,” said Carrie Snow, manager of Collections and Care.