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.
Watch videoSermon 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 - 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.
Symposium 2013 - Forgiveness
Forgiveness was presented at the Calvin Symposium of Christian Worship. The sermon, entitled "Fighting the Good Fight: God's Rules for Righteous Retaliation", was preached by Carolyn Gordon.
Hospitality as a Central Christian Practice
Hospitality is a way of life, and when we offer hospitality, especially to folks who are usually overlooked or undervalued by the larger society, we make a strong statement about who is valuable and good to be with.
An article about the Ten Core Convictions
An article in Chinese about the Ten Core Convictions
More Context on Christians in Pakistan
Christian faith involves more dangers in Pakistan than in North America or Europe.
Singing the Psalms Creates Christian-Muslim Bonds
God’s Word is alive and active in Pakistan.
Singing the True Story of the Whole World
Knowing how the Bible hangs together helps Christians join God in the drama of redemption. The new Lift Up Your Hearts hymnal helps worshipers sing the biblical meta-narrative.
Why Persecuted Christians Sing Psalms in Pakistan
Singing psalms helps persecuted Christians in Pakistan keep the faith.
How to Use the Lift Up Your Hearts Hymnal
Pastors, teachers, and church musicians share tips.
Renewing Christian Worship in Pakistan
Knowing who and whose they are helps illiterate Christians pass on their faith to the next generation.
Hymn Festivals
The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship is providing support to worshiping communities across North America to host Hymnfests. The purpose of this program is to promote learning about what it means to sing the whole of God’s story.