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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.

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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