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Bruce Theron on Word and Worship, a South African lectionary resource

Across cultures and denominations, South African churches are growing in unity—thanks to the nation’s first ecumenical sermon and worship resource written in English.

March 16, 2017 | 5 min read

Bruce Theron on Decolonizing Worship in South Africa

Imagine singing “In the Bleak Midwinter” during the long hot days of Christmas in South Africa. The Bible is rich enough to include themes and symbols more relevant to living out Christian faith in the Global South.

March 16, 2017 | 6 min read


Alpha and Omega

A visual symbol that can be placed on the cover of service bulletins, within the written liturgy, or on a large screen display.

March 14, 2017 | 1 min read
Introducing Lent: A Season of Preparation and Repentance

Through deliberate forms of self-denial, Christians in Lent open their hearts to the self-giving grace of Jesus Christ and their own union with Christ.

March 6, 2017 | 3 min read
The Economies of Pentecost: Postcolonial Reflections on Pastoral Care, Healing, and Christian Worship

An annotated research guide from the field of practical theology, focusing on pastoral care and the African American experience

February 24, 2017 | 1 min read