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

Come, O Emmanuel: A Service of Lessons and Carols

Since at least the eighth century, Christians have prepared to celebrate the birth of Christ by singing the O Antiphons. These seven songs, or antiphons, function as prayers asking for the Savior to come soon. Each employs a different name for the Messiah found in the Old Testament. In modern times, the O Antiphons are most commonly sung as the seven verses of the Advent hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” 

December 6, 2026, 3:00 PM
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

Renovate Church: Worshiping with Persons Experiencing Dementia
April 9, 2019, 1:00 PM
Zeeland, Michigan

Cultivating Communities of Caring: Choral Singing in Prisons
February 28, 2019, 12:30 PM
Grand Rapids, Michigan