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Lucie Eddie Campbell: A Mother of Gospel Music

James Abbington was inspired to insert an old gospel song before the eulogy at the funeral for baseball star Henry “Hank” Aaron. The reaction prompted him to honor the heritage of Lucie E. Campbell, an influential Black gospel musician whom many people have forgotten.

Feature Story | May 11, 2021

Strong in Joy

Worship with the Calvin University Gospel Choir and the Calvin University Worship Apprentices

Worship Service | April 22, 2021

A Virtual Worship Experience with the Calvin University Gospel Choir

Calvin University Gospel Choir, led by Nate Glasper, for a virtual worship experience.

Worship Service | December 08, 2020

Psalms From the Soul

Explore musical settings of the biblical Psalms shaped by a black gospel idiom, the power of call-and-response approaches to singing, and a deep commitment to engage the full congregation in singing as prompted by soloists or choirs.

Audio | March 02, 2016

Raymond Wise on the Needs and Opportunities in Church Music Today

A video conversation featuring Raymond Wise on the needs and opportunities in church music today

Video | November 06, 2014