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Learning Worship through Book Groups

How studying a book or sermons together in a small group knits church members together in worship, fellowship, and discipleship.

Feature Story | January 05, 2012

Lucy Kolin on Communion in a Multicultural Community

Lucy Kolin is pastor of a multiracial congregation, Resurrection Lutheran in Oakland, California.

Conversation | September 01, 2011

Glenda Brown on Dealing with Different Time Orientations

Glenda S. Brown explains an important lesson from The Crossing Baptist Church’s year of multicultural learning.

Feature Story | August 30, 2011

Background of the Worshiping The Triune God statement

An overview and introduction of 'Worshiping the Triune God,' a statement of faith and wisdom on worship and spirituality produced by the World Alliance of Reformed Churches.

Article | January 07, 2011

Uuh'

It didn't happen every day, but was frequent enough that I clearly remember it. I would be sitting with my grandparents, in their house, around their kitchen table. We would be finishing a meal or even just a simple snack, and the conversation would come to a lull….

Reflection | January 01, 2010

Just As It Should Be

It is called Throat Singing and I do not even know how to fully describe it. To me it sounded like a cross between an oboe and someone clearing his throat. It was fascinating to listen to. And as I sat there I found myself feeling excited, uncomfortable, confused and at peace, all at the same time.

Article | June 01, 2009

Ya'at'eeh

"Ya’at’eeh." That is what I should have said. Ya’at’eeh is a Navajo greeting. It is always accompanied with a hand shake, and, if the parties do not know each other, it is usually followed with a formal introduction.

Article | April 01, 2009

Embracing the Discomfort of Diversity

A reflection on the value of discomfort in experiencing worship outside our familiar cultural context.

Article | March 01, 2009

Ethnodoxology: Calling all peoples to worship in their heart language

The new field of ethnodoxology affirms that there's no single best way to worship. A feature story about how God has gifted each culture with heart language and heart music rooted in a particular place, ethnicity, or experience.

Feature Story | February 10, 2009

Paved Roads

“Be still and know that I am God.” That is the exhortation we hear from God in Psalms 46:10. But how possible is this in our modern technological world? What does it mean to be still before God? I used to think I understood

Article | January 01, 2009

When I Grow Up I Want to Be A Shepherd

"When I grow up I want to be a shepherd." I imagine that is what my grandfather said when he was a young boy growing up near Blanco Canyon in New Mexico.

Article | January 01, 2009

Gerardo Marti on Successful Multicultural Churches

Whether you say multicultural, multiracial, or multiethnic, churches want to become more diverse. So many churches want to know: what makes a congregation successfully multiethnic? A feature story exploring successful multicultural churches.

Feature Story | November 09, 2007

Worship as “Letting Go”

While studying successful multiethnic Protestant churches in metro Los Angeles, Gerardo Marti experienced tremendous variations in worship. “The churches ranged from highly liturgical and mainline to wildly charismatic and Pentecostal.

Feature Story | November 09, 2007

Choosing Global Songs for Christian Worship in Multiethnic Settings

The 21st century is characterized by people moving and mixing all over the world, trying to fit into new communities that are varied and diverse. That reality is pushing the church to be multiethnic like the church of the 1st century. We'll explore how to plan worship that is inclusive, allowing everyone to feel welcome by including musical gifts from their culture and worship "back home" in their new church home.

Audio | January 01, 2007

Culturally Diverse and Holistic Worship

Worship throughout scripture and history is culturally diverse, not monolithic, reflecting the diversity of God and his creation. True biblical worship is also holistic, involving the soul, the mind, and the body. This workshop explored the culturally diverse and holistic nature of worship, with reference especially to African American, Caribbean, and Hispanic worship.

Audio | January 01, 2007

Laotian Refugees Start and Join Churches

Laotian refugees and the Christians who befriended them are surprised at how God has joined together people and churches from different languages, religious assumptions, and life experiences. A feature story exploring the stories of Laotian refugees who have started and joined churches.

Feature Story | November 10, 2006

Ministry Models: How Churches Host and Partner with Refugees and Immigrants

Ethnic diversity is all around us in North America, and congregations can deepen their faith and grow their numbers by getting to know refugees and immigrants.

Feature Story | November 10, 2006

Global Perspectives on Worship

In this Symposium session, we explore cultural and liturgical issues our brothers and sisters are addressing, especially in Africa and Asia - for example, intergenerational and multicultural worship; use of indigenous songs, instruments, and dance; use of technology; challenges of religious pluralism. We explore how God is building his church in ways that move us all closer to the unity we have in Christ even as we celebrate the gifts of cultural diversity.

Audio | January 01, 2006

Drumming in Intergenerational Worship

This article explores drumming as it relates to multicultural worship, special needs members, gender equality, and socio-economic equality.

Article | June 15, 2005

New Ethnic Churches: Visit one soon

You no longer need a passport or have to sign up for a mission trip to meet Christians from other countries. Hearing other people's faith perspectives is now as easy as visiting a new church.

Feature Story | July 09, 2004

Calvin Institute of Christian Worship