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Classics, Ancient and Modern: A Historian's Recommendations for Thoughtful Christian Living

In the fourth century, Christian intellectuals, many of whom were educated in secular contexts, debated fiercely about the role of classical literature and culture in the life of the Church.

July 6, 2017
Congregations and Sermons: A Biblical Scholar's Vision for Imaginative, Communal Sermon Listening

Most of us consider the Bible more than an anthology or a textual repository for the ancient Israelites' and early Christians' religious traditions.

July 6, 2017

Morning Prayer: Psalm 126

A morning service of prayer held at the 2017 Vital Worship Grants Colloquium

July 5, 2017

Tears, Ashes, Trumpets: A Service of Scripture and Song

A service of scripture and song held at the 2017 Vital Worship Grants Colloquium

July 5, 2017
Morning Prayer: Psalm 105

A morning service of prayer held at the 2017 Vital Worship Grants Colloquium

July 5, 2017
Faith Formation and Worship: A Worship Historian's View from the "End of the World"

Worship is a formative practice: through active engagement in liturgy, Christians are formed in a particular understanding of God, of others, and of themselves, and of what it means to live a Christian life in this world.

June 30, 2017

What Difference Does Church Location Make? A Philosopher's Insights on New Urbanism

The location of your church makes a big difference in shaping Christian life and witness.

June 29, 2017
Why the Church Needs History, Especially Now: A Historian's Vision for Equipping the Church

At a time of increasing cultural and political polarization, the North American church faces enormous challenges in embodying the unity of Christ and living out Christ's mission in this time and place.

June 28, 2017