Baptism: A Sacrament for the Whole Congregation

This session drew upon biblical passages and confessional and liturgical texts from the Reformed tradition to demonstrate how Christian baptism is a communal, not an individual, sacrament.

By:: Lyle Bierma
Tags:: baptism, biblical, community, inclusion, intergenerational worship, liturgy, sacraments
Audio: posted on January 1, 2006

Listen Online

Download this multimedia file

It also included discussion of current liturgical practices that enhance or detract from this perspective on baptism.

Presented at the 2006 Calvin Symposium on Worship.

View the handout

Find more

Katie Ritsema-Roelofs on Intentional Work for Intergenerational Worship and Community
In this episode, worship planner and musician Katie Ritsema-Roelofs shares about the importance of thoughtful and intentional ways the whole congregation can join in the formational work of intergenerational, corporate worship.
Read more »

Easter Resource Guide
This list of Eastertide resources—including art, music, drama, devotions, liturgies, books, and sermons for the Great Fifty Days from Easter Sunday to Pentecost—will help you plan worship to celebrate Jesus Christ’s resurrection.
Read more »

Diversity & Inclusion for All
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.
Read more »

Continue exploring these topics on Zeteo Preaching and Worship, a search engine designed for thoughtful Christian preachers, teachers, and leaders.