Beginning a Lenten Journey - Psalm 1
A service plan for Lent focused on Psalm 1, which reminds us that life is a journey with two possible paths; one path brings happiness, but the other path brings tragedy. This is part of a Lenten series on the Psalms.
June 1, 2005
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27 min read
Let Scripture Speak - John 10
A service plan for October leading up to Reformation Day focused on the authority of Scripture as a guide for believing and living in a four-week series on truths from the Reformation.
June 1, 2005
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10 min read
The Community of Grace - 1 Peter
A service plan from the Apostles' Creed focused on the united Body of Christ found in the Christian Church and the forgiveness of sins in a series on the Apostles' Creed as explained in the Heidelberg Catechism.
June 1, 2005
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11 min read
Beatitudes Series: Blessed Are the Merciful - Micah 6, Matthew 5, 18
A service on the Beatitudes and the blessing on those who are merciful in a series on the Beatitudes.
June 1, 2005
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1 min read
Worship Service: A Foolish Message - 1 Corinthians 1
A worship service plan focusing on the central message of the Christian Gospel: Salvation comes through the cross of Jesus Christ.
June 1, 2005
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8 min read
Is Christianity the Only True Religion? - Galatians 1, 1 Timothy 2
A service plan focused on the questions of validity in other world religions and the truth that salvation is found only in Jesus Christ, the son of God in a series addressing difficult questions of the faith.
June 1, 2005
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8 min read
Getting to Know Each Other: Pastors from two denominations share stories
Christians sometimes think they must water down their identities to find common ground with people from different Christian traditions. Eleazar Merriweather and John Witvliet offer a refreshing alternative. A feature story exploring relationships between denominations.
April 15, 2005
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12 min read
Equipping Worship Leaders: More important than ever
Equipping people for worship. The priesthood of all believers. Discovering your gifts. Given how many congregations have no pastor, these concepts are more important than ever. A feature story exploring how to equip lay-leaders in the church.
March 18, 2005
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8 min read
What is Vital Worship?
A summary of the meanings and implications of vital worship.
March 3, 2005
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3 min read
The Worship Sourcebook: An ecumenical guide to planning worship
Ever feel stuck in a rut while writing or voicing prayers for worship? The Worship Sourcebook offers help. A feature story about the ecumenical uses of the Worship Sourcebook.
December 10, 2004
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7 min read
Children's Choirs Shape Worship Habits
Many adults find that their children's choir experience instilled a homing instinct that brings them back to church. A feature story exploring the importance of Children's Choirs for spiritual formation.
November 12, 2004
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12 min read
Nine Tips for Designing Intergenerational Worship
Looking for simple ways to introduce intergenerational worship ideas without totally overhauling everything about your worship services? Here are nine tips to get you started.
August 23, 2004
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5 min read
