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Catherine Gunsalus González on Resources in the Ancient Church for Today's Worship

In this episode, Catherine Gunsalus González shares about her book "Resources in the Ancient Church for Today's Worship" which celebrates the riches of going back in time to enrich the practices of worship today.

Audio | Podcast | November 03, 2020

A Tale of Two Rivers: What's Happened in Seventy Years of Contemporary Praise and Worship

2020 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Workshop

Audio | March 05, 2020

Andrea C. Hunter on Contemporary Songwriters and Scholars

You might think of scholars as looking back and contemporary Christian songwriters as looking forward. Songwriter Andrea C. Hunter says that scholars can help remind musicians and congregations of what to aim for in worship. Scholars also mine treasures from Christian traditions in many eras and places.

Conversation | May 29, 2019

Andrea C. Hunter on Contemporary Worship Music’s Thou-to-I Shift

Her wide and deep experience with contemporary worship music gives Andrea C. Hunter keen insight on how it can form—or malform—Christians and congregations.

Conversation | May 29, 2019

The Impact of History on Worship Today: Commemorating the 400th Anniversary of the Synod of Dort

2019 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Workshop

Audio | May 10, 2019

Eddie Espinosa on Changes in Contemporary Worship Music

Eddie Espinosa, composer of “Change My Heart, O God,” explains why those who lead worship need to cultivate heart holiness.

Conversation | August 22, 2018

Hidden Secrets from the History of Contemporary Worship

Led by Lester Ruth, this workshop investigates little-known but significant details about the rise and development of this style of worship. Come ready to be surprised about contemporary worship’s complex history.

Audio | May 09, 2018

When the Music Fades: The Overlooked Facets of Contemporary Worship's Historical Development

A conversation between Lester Ruth and John Witvliet about contemporary worship, trinitarian lyrics, and the dynamics of church renewal.

Video | May 11, 2017

Church History as an Indispensable Source of Wisdom for Contemporary Ministry

a plenary address at the Calvin Symposium on Worship

Video | March 19, 2015

Ancient Wisdom for Preachers

In this workshop, Augustine and John Chrysostom are our primary guides as we reflect on the joys and challenges of proclaiming the Gospel.

Audio | March 11, 2015

Dale Cudjoe, Andy Park and Cindy Rethmeier on Deepening Worship Conversations

You might picture COCHUSA and Vineyard congregations as too different to find common ground. But Cudjoe, Park, and Rethmeier found productive ways to discuss worship together.

Conversation | April 17, 2014

How to Use Church at Worship Books

These case studies of worship in other times and places work well in personal devotions, small groups and classrooms.

Article | March 31, 2014

How to Discuss Church Worship Calmly and Productively

These case studies of worship in other times and places will give your congregation the freedom and framework to deepen your discussion of worship.

Feature Story | March 31, 2014

Deepening a Congregation’s Ability to Talk about Worship, Pt.2

We will explore what we can learn from the challenges and gifts of two churches of the recent past, Christ Temple in Jim Crow racism-laced Jackson, Mississippi, and the Anaheim Vineyard Fellowship in the late 1970s.

Audio | February 20, 2014

Deepening a Congregation’s Ability to Talk about Worship, Pt. 1

We will explore what we can learn from the challenges and gifts of two churches of the recent past, Christ Temple in Jim Crow racism-laced Jackson, Mississippi, and the Anaheim Vineyard Fellowship in the late 1970s.

Audio | February 20, 2014

Loving God Intimately: Worship with the Anaheim Vineyard Fellowship, 1977-1983

This workshop will explore one source for the changes that have swept around the world since the 1970s: the Anaheim Vineyard Fellowship and the ministry of its pastor, John Wimber.

Audio | February 18, 2014

Baptism in Art, Ritual, and Symbol

Using the resources of ancient texts, architectural remains, and visual art, this workshop aims first at uncovering baptism’s meaning for the first generations of Christians who received it and then at how that information can enrich our teaching about, preparation for, and practice of Christian baptism today.

Audio | February 22, 2013

Top Academic Books on the History of Worship

A selection of books on the history of worship.

Bibliography | March 15, 2012

Worship in the Desert: The Spirituality of the Desert Fathers and Mothers

“Spirituality” and “Worship” have been hot topics recently. In this session we’ll explore the world and worship of the ancient desert monastics—Christians living in the rugged regions of Syria and Egypt in early Christian history.

Audio | January 27, 2012

Does Worship Keep Your Understanding of God Too Small? Insights from Ancient Constantinople about the Transcendent in Worship

Worship today often stresses the nearness of God, on God as our personal friend. But God is much more. This session explored the setting and practices of worship in 6th century Constantinople to learn how they can contribute to our worship practices and larger understanding of the greatness of God.