Shaping a Reformation Commemoration Prayer or Worship Service

This workshop explores the ways we can prepare to commemorate this significant anniversary with both grace and truth, acknowledging both the insights and limitations of the Reformers, expressing gratitude for Christ-centered renewal and lament for divisions and even violence within Christ’s body.

By:: Hanns Lessing, Sabine Dressler, Lora A. Copley, Lisa M. Weaver, Dale Cooper, Dwight Kelly
Tags:: reformation, symposium 2017
Audio: posted on February 23, 2017

The presenters share perspectives on celebrations in both Europe and North America, and provide emerging resources for music, public prayer, preaching, and church education.

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