The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship is providing support to worshiping communities to host Hymnfests. The purpose of this program is to promote singing the whole story of God and God’s people through vibrant congregational song and participation of all ages through a new resource: Lift Up Your Hearts.
Lift Up Your Hearts outlines the whole redemption history arc in two ways. The first section follows the biblical narrative from creation to new creation, including Christ’s life and the Christian year. The second section follows the order of worship, from God calling us to worship through God blessing and sending us out.
This Reformation hymn festival will be held at the Ridgewood Christian Reformed Church in Jenison, MI. The choirs from 12th Avenue CRC and Ridgewood CRC will be participating in the service. The theme of the service is "The Heritage of Our Faith."