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Drawing on three streams of recent work—the writings of N. T. Wright, the Faith Formation Committee of the Christian Reformed Church, and recent work in Reformed-Roman Catholic dialogue—this seminar will focus on three key themes: How can we most faithfully and fruitfully “picture” what the sacraments are about? How can we more faithfully understand the role (and potential role) of the sacraments in faith formation for people of all ages? How should we respond to the way that the sacraments have caused not union, but division in the body of Christ?
We anticipate leaving this seminar with gratitude for faithful and fruitful work being done by contemporary theologians, new insights to deepen our own participation in the sacraments, and several practical suggestions for enriching the practices of local congregations.
Presented at the 2012 Calvin Symposium on Worship.
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Music and prayer are prominent elements in worship liturgy. How does the culture of the worship community influence these worship practices? How should we engage culture and yet be countercultural in our practice of music and prayer? Engage with this panel from four continents as we explore how cultural values form and inform worship practices.
Congregations, pastors, and parents/caregivers have many opportunities to join together in worship and prayer practices that more intentionally engage children and help them come to know and love God and grow in faith together. Panelists will discuss ways to intentionally create intergenerational community in which people of all ages, including children, are welcomed as full participants whose participation enriches the community and gives praise to God.
A podcast from Calvin University featuring thoughtful leaders discussing key topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the context of Christian life and witness.
Music and prayer are prominent elements in worship liturgy. How does the culture of the worship community influence these worship practices? How should we engage culture and yet be countercultural in our practice of music and prayer? Engage with this panel from four continents as we explore how cultural values form and inform worship practices.
Congregations, pastors, and parents/caregivers have many opportunities to join together in worship and prayer practices that more intentionally engage children and help them come to know and love God and grow in faith together. Panelists will discuss ways to intentionally create intergenerational community in which people of all ages, including children, are welcomed as full participants whose participation enriches the community and gives praise to God.
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