The Church as Community
A panel of Calvin College students addressed what Christian community means to them, how it relates to the church, why it matters in the world, and how they may think differently about the church and Christian community than previous generations. They also reflected on the significance of worship in terms of establishing and maintaining Christian community both within and beyond the church’s walls. Presented by Todd Cioffi and panel at the 2013 Calvin Symposium on Worship.
The Sermon on the Mount: Preaching, Teaching and Living in Righteousness
Kenneth E. Bailey and Christine Pohl will help participants to understand themes from the Sermon and to consider their power and beauty for preaching, teaching, and life in Christian community. Hosted by Cornelius Plantinga, Jr.
Vespers with Korean Spirituality and Style of Worship Through Story, Song, and Prayer
Led by Jaewoo Kim and musicians
The Shape of Discipleship in the Contemporary Worship Movement
This seminar explored the fascinating story of how the Contemporary Worship Movement has reshaped worship practices, with particular attention on the theme of discipleship.
Robert Nordling on Orchestras as Models of Christian Formation
In December 2012, Robert Nordling gave an extended interview. In this edited excerpt, he explains how orchestras can help Christians grow together in faith.
Robert Nordling on Humility and Christian Leadership
In December 2012, Robert Nordling gave an extended interview. In this edited excerpt, he talks about humility as a key to Christian leadership and formation during college.
Symposium 2013 - Salt and Light
Salt and Light is a worship service from the Calvin Symposium on Christian Worship 2013. The sermon is taken from Matthew 5:13-16.
Sermon on the Mount: Proclaiming Scripture through Drama
2013 Symposium presenter and pastor of First Christian Reformed Church Randy Buursma leads his church drama team in proclaiming scripture in worship.
Symposium 2013 - The Giving of Good Gifts
The Giving of Good Gifts, based on Matthew 7: 7-12, was presented at the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship 2013. This closing worship service included the celebration of communion with Scott Hoezee, Joyce Borger, and Paul De Vries.
Symposium 2013 - Beatitudes
The Beatitudes based on Matthew 5:1-12 was presented at the Calvin Symposium of Christian Worship 2013. The liturgy transitions through each "blessed" statement with an Old Testament reading, New Testament reading, and sung prayer.
Symposium 2013 - Not to Worry
Not to Worry, based on Matthew 6: 25-34, was presented at the Calvin Symposium of Christian Worship. The sermon was preached by Luke Powery.
Symposium 2013 - In Christ there is no East or West
"In Christ there is no East or West" was a vesper service at the 2013 Calvin Symposium on Worship.