St Anthony Claret Catholic Church, San Antonio · Fisher Heck Architects · Photo by Chris Cooper
About
Since 1978
The Association of Consultants for Liturgical Space brings together the professionals who design, build, and renew places of worship. ACLS supports its members through webinars, mentorship, biennial retreats, and a shared standard of practice.
Who we are
ACLS members are liturgical design consultants, artists, architects, artisans, and industry professionals. Our expertise spans the arts and art history, architecture, education, liturgical training, and pastoral work.
Scott Parsons
Lisa Bierer
Membership
ACLS offers its members opportunities for work, collaboration, and professional development: monthly webinars with experts in our fields, a nine-month mentorship program in liturgical consulting, a biennial retreat, and the ACLS quarterly newsletter. The association carries on its work through an elected governing board, standing and ad hoc committees, and the efforts of its members.
Peggy Parker
Our members pledge
To use an interdisciplinary and collaborative process with a spiritual foundation
To balance tradition with vision
To honor the traditions of the religious communities who engage our services
To work within the framework of denominational teachings and pastoral authority
To discuss difficulties honestly and work collaboratively toward a resolution
To work in a spirit of respect and cooperation with all project team members
To fulfill the terms of our agreements with honesty, integrity, and the highest professional standards
Jay Hall Carpenter, ACLS retreat at Washington National Cathedral
Board of Directors
ACLS is governed by an elected board of member professionals.
