Local Psalm Festivals

As part of the Dwelling in the Psalms year, the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship has provided resources to support Psalm festivals around Canada and the United States. These events are open to the public and many will be livestreamed. 
August 31-December 31, 2026
Upcoming Events

Informational Webinar on Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants

Are you interested in applying for a Vital Worship, Vital Preaching grant? Join us for this free webinar catered toward new or prospective applicants to learn more about the program and participate in a live Q&A. 

September 14, 2026, 7:00 PM

Dwelling in the Psalms: Music for Organ, Choir, and Congregation

The Joe R. Engle Organ Concert and Psalm Festival will feature a wide range of repertoire drawn from the book of Psalms including a commissioned choral anthem based on Psalm 46 and composed by Eurydice Osterman entitled “Be Still and Know That I Am God.” Evelyn Simpson-Curenton will improvise an organ work based on Psalm 116, “I Love the Lord.” Organists Eric Wall and Ahreum Han Congdon will present organ works exploring the depth and breadth of the Psalter. And guest conductor, Brandon Boyd, will lead the Seminary Chapel Choir and audience in singing.

September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM
Princeton, New Jersey

Wisdom in the Age of AI

Discerning faithful and responsible use of AI in education, church, business, health care, and the arts

October 8-10, 2026
Grand Rapids, Michigan

2027 Calvin Symposium on Worship

The Calvin Symposium on Worship is a conference for worshipers, pastors, artists, musicians, scholars, students, ministry leaders, and more. As an ecumenical gathering, the Symposium creates space for Christians to worship, learn, and connect with people from many cultures, contexts, and Christian traditions from across the country and around the world.

February 3-5, 2027
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Everyday Faith: Possibilities, Limits, and Callings, with special guest Jeremy Begbie
August 6, 2021, 2:00 PM
Ministry in a COVID-Shaped World: Summer Session III
July 12-30, 2021
Creating Congregations of Belonging for People of All Abilities
July 12-30, 2021

Faithful Anti-Racism in a Global Context - July 2021
July 12-30, 2021
Everyday Faith: Possibilities, Limits, and Callings, with special guest Danjuma Gibson [Part 2]
July 14, 2021, 2:00 PM