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C.J. Kingdom-Grier and Emily Brink presented at worship symposia in Bangladesh and Nepal. Kingdom-Grier shares a highlight.
Cornelius “Neal” Plantinga Jr, president emeritus of Calvin Theological Seminary, often gives a specific benediction that blesses worshipers.
Todd Cioffi, professor of Congregational and Ministry Studies at Calvin College, explains why word of mouth brings students to this new department.
Calvin College’s new Congregational and Ministry Studies department helps students explore how their gifts and interests intersect with the work of the church in serving God’s kingdom.
The best way to learn the Psalms is to sing them, which is why a group of Dutch musicians is mining their "Genevan Psalter" heritage to create arrangements that appeal to today's worshipers.
Conversation with Mark Charles about Indigenous Wisdom
Conversation with Daryl Hollinger on his book From a Mustard Seed
Conversation with Anne Zaki on the worship symposium in Hong Kong
The vertical habits framework is easy to understand and talk about. It gives people the words to bring every part of themselves--even mental illness--to God in worship.
Kris Moore, Cheryl Shea, and others offer advice on paying attention to logistics and blessings so all experience God’s grace in worship.
Learn how one congregation used sermons and group creativity to help all ages become alive to the Spirit and more fully celebrate Pentecost.
An article about using screens to build community
