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  • Grants

    Apply for Grants

    Apply for the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants Program to support and enhance Christian worship practices. We encourage proposals on universal design, cultural engagement, preaching, baptism, the Lord’s Supper, and more. Two grant streams are available.

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    All Grants Awarded

    Explore all grants awarded since the program launched in 2000, with funds provided by Lilly Endowment Inc.

    Info for Current Recipients

    Explore detailed guidelines and support resources to help you manage your grant effectively.

    Teacher-Scholar Grants

    Apply for the Teacher Scholar Grant to support innovative research and teaching in Christian worship. Proposals from educators and scholars are welcome.

    Worshiping Communities Grants

    Apply for the Worshiping Communities Grant to support and enhance worship practices within your community. Proposals for diverse and innovative worship initiatives are welcome.

    Teacher-Scholar Grants

    Apply for the Teacher Scholar Grant to support innovative research and teaching in Christian worship. Proposals from educators and scholars are welcome.

    Worshiping Communities Grants

    Apply for the Worshiping Communities Grant to support and enhance worship practices within your community. Proposals for diverse and innovative worship initiatives are welcome.
  • Events

    Events

    Join us for our annual Symposium on Worship and Summer Seminars. Engage in inspiring sessions, workshops, and intensive seminars to deepen your understanding and practice of Christian worship.

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    Calendar of Events

    Consider joining an upcoming event we sponsor or support. An archive is also available for reference.

    Symposium on Worship

    Engage in inspiring worship and workshops to enhance your worship practice. Join thought leaders and practitioners for enriching discussions.

    Upcoming Event

    Cultural Values
    Cultural Values in Ministry—June 2025
    Developed in partnership with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and the Calvin University School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, this online course equips worship planners and leaders of all types of ministries with practical tools for relating well to people from a variety of cultures. Understanding and respecting cultural differences is key to a healthy ministry. 
    June 2 - 13, 2025
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  • About

    About

    The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship at Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary advances Christian worship through resources, events, and grants. Since 1997, we have partnered with congregations and organizations to fulfill our mission.

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    Mission

    We promote the study and renewal of Christian worship through partnerships at Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary.

    What We Do

    We partner with congregations and organizations, focusing on resources, events, and grants.

    Diversity and Inclusion

    We promote worship practices that celebrate diversity and foster inclusion in all communities.

    Funding Partners

    Discover our generous funding partners who make our programs possible through their support and grants.

    Staff Directory

    Find contact information and profiles for CICW staff across all programs.

    Learn at Calvin

    Learn about MLC

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

    MLC Leadership Staff

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort staff.

    MLC Peer Leaders

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort peer leaders.

    Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary offer many options for learners and students of all ages and contexts.

    Contact Us

    Get in touch with us for inquiries, support, or more information about our programs and services.

    Staff Directory

    Find contact information and profiles for CICW staff across all programs.

    Learn at Calvin

    Learn about MLC

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

    MLC Leadership Staff

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort staff.

    MLC Peer Leaders

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort peer leaders.

    Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary offer many options for learners and students of all ages and contexts.

    Contact Us

    Get in touch with us for inquiries, support, or more information about our programs and services.
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  • Grants
    • All Grants Awarded
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  • Events
    • Calendar of Events
    • Symposium on Worship
  • About
    • Mission
    • What We Do
    • Diversity and Inclusion
    • Funding Partners
    • Staff Directory
    • Learn at Calvin
      • Learn about MLC
      • MLC Leadership Staff
      • MLC Peer Leaders
    • Contact Us

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    On the campus of Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary

    © 2025 Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Staff Directory

Joyce Borger

Title: Resource Development Specialist and Senior Editor, Reformed Worship
Email: joyce.borger@calvin.edu

Kai Ton Chau

Title: Program Manager
Email: kaiton.chau@calvin.edu

Dale Cooper

Title: Resource Development Specialist for Liturgical Spirituality
Email: dale.cooper@calvin.edu

María Eugenia Cornou

Title: Associate Director and Program Manager
Email: maria.cornou@calvin.edu

Cindy De Boer

Title: Program Coordinator
Email: cindy.deboer@calvin.edu

Nate Glasper

Title: Resource Development Specialist and Campus Worship Associate
Email: nathaniel.glasper@calvin.edu

Will Groenendyk

Title: Web Programmer
Email: will.groenendyk@calvin.edu

Chan Gyu Jang

Title: Resource Development Specialist for Web-based Liturgical Resources
Email: changyu.jang@calvin.edu

Emma Oehler

Title: Communications Coordinator and Administrative Assistant 
Email: emma.oehler@calvin.edu

Satrina Reid

Title: Program Manager
Email: satrina.reid@calvin.edu

Paul Ryan

Title: Resource Development Specialist for Mentoring Worship Leaders
Email: paul.ryan@calvin.edu

Kathy Smith

Title: Senior Associate Director and Program Manager
Email: kathy.smith@calvin.edu

Rebecca Snippe

Title: Program Manager
Email: becky.snippe@calvin.edu

Noel Snyder

Title: Program Manager
Email: noel.snyder@calvin.edu

Alexis VanZalen

Title: Program Manager
Email: alexis.vanzalen@calvin.edu

Kristen Verhulst

Title: Associate Director and Program Manager
Email: kristen.verhulst@calvin.edu

Joanna Wigboldy

Title: Program Manager
Email: joanna.wigboldy@calvin.edu

Lorrelei Wilks

Title: Administrative Assistant
Email: lorrelei.wilks@calvin.edu

John D. Witvliet

Title: Director and Professor of Worship, Theology, and Congregational and Ministry Studies
Email: john.witvliet@calvin.edu
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About

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1855 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-4402 USA

On the campus of Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary

© 2025 Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

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