Select Topic

A Tale of Three Churches: Using Drama in Worship

In this article that appeared in Reformed Worship magazine, Todd Johnson explores using drama in worship. To do this, he presents three fictitious churches that represent different worship traditions. Describing each church, he explores the ways the different churches can incorporate drama into their services.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read

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?

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read
Celebrating Bach's Legacy to the Church: After 250 years, he still preaches powerfully through his music

A look at Bach and his influence on the church.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read

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.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read
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.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read

Entering the Discomfort Zone: Our First Experience with Liturgical Dance

We need someone to help teach us as a community, little bit by little bit, how to see dance, how to apprehend and appreciate and worship through it.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read
Jazz Vespers: A Contemporary Riff on an Ancient Prayer Service

A little over two years ago, students at Calvin began a midweek, late evening, jazz- and poetry-based prayer service. This article explores that service.

March 1, 2006 | 1 min read