Worship - taking a closer look
To preach about worship, what text would you preach? Where in Scripture would you look?
Eugene Peterson on God's Standing Invitation: Eat This Book
Whether translating the Bible from original Hebrew and Greek or writing spiritual theology, Eugene Peterson says he has one aim--getting Scripture into the hearts, minds, arms, legs, and mouths of men and women. A feature story exploring Eugene Peterson's view on Christians reading and internalizing the Bible.
God in three persons: service plans for a four-week series on the Trinity
My children still can’t believe that I am unable to discern the three-dimensional image in a magic-eye picture.
What? I Have to Preach the Christmas Story Again?: Fresh approaches to planning
How to plan for the Christmas service.
How Are We Doing?: A conversation about celebrating the sacraments
Sometimes worship leaders need to step back and take stock of current practices. What are we doing well? What areas need more attention?
The Burden on the Crucifix: What the Sweetbrier Pastor did instead of writing Lenten sermons
A story by James Schaap about a pastor debating the meaning of the Crucifix and what it means.
Trinity Sunday and the Call to Worship
Why should we observe Trinity Sunday when it isn’t a clear event in Scripture?
Questions About Worship and Technology: A starting point for discussion
Quentin Schultze lists questions a church should answer when looking at the ties between technology and worship.
Minister of the Word-Through Music: An interview with Marty Haugen
I started to explore the idea that various “ministers” in worship all collaborate.
Trinity Matters: The Trinity needs to be named regularly in our worship
I wonder if the theological slush of congregational life in North America has left many ministers and congregations without a trinitarian vocabulary and doctrine actively shaping, challenging, and anchoring our faith. “Bless eternity” or “Blessed Trinity”? Does it really matter?
Worship Planning: From Concept to Service
A look at worship planning and some tips that make it easier.
Marking Time
Barbara Schultze explores the significance of dance in worship.