Liturgical Practices of Enslaved Africana People in the American Colonial Period As Witnessed in Select [En]slave[d] Narratives
This recording from the African American Religious Autobiographies Seminar, held in July 2022, presents an examination of enslaved narratives as a genre and primary source of the experiences of enslaved Africana people in the American context and presents select excerpts reflective of their theology and liturgical practice. Reverend Weaver joined us for a night of learning, presenting on her current historical research into the worship practices of early enslaved Americans.
Juneteenth Worship and Prayer Resources
In observance of the first national recognition of Juneteenth in the United States, these prayers, Scriptures, and music suggestions reflect the history, heart, and hope of African Americans.
Baptism as a Way of Life
How does the one-time act of receiving baptism connect to the everyday life of Christians? In this panel discussion, a group of pastor-theologians will reflect on the relationship of baptism as a worship practice and sacrament to baptism as a lived identity. This is a YouTube Video Premiere panel discussion.
Worship with James Abbington, Joyce Johnson, Lisa Weaver, and friends in Atlanta, Georgia
This service takes place in Atlanta, Georgia. It is a service of the word based on Ephesians 6:10-18.
Virtual Worship
2021 Online Calvin Symposium on Worship | On-Demand Panel Discussion Video
Praying at the Table, Praying at the Font
2020 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Workshop
The Christian Year and Ordinary Life
2020 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Seminar
For the Fruit of All Creation
2019 Vital Worship Grants Colloquium | Evening Worship
The Formative Power of the Christian Year
2019 Cultivating Vital Worship | Session
Closing Communion Worship: The Ascension
Closing Communion Worship on Acts 1:1-11: The Ascension at the 2018 Worship Symposium.
Workshop | The Multiple Streams of African-American Worship Practices: Insights for the Global Church
2019 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Workshop
The Many Streams of African American Congregational Song
2019 Calvin Symposium on Worship | Plenary