Summary

All congregations experience crises, transitions, and conflicts. Worship will be affected by these difficult times, and can be the place where healing begins and continues.

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This audio session examines the reactions of congregations to difficult times; explores themes and resources for worship in times of crisis, transition, and conflict; and provides advice for congregational leaders as they guide their congregations through the turbulence of difficult times.

Presented at the 2007 Calvin Symposium on Worship.

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