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    Apply for the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants Program to support and enhance Christian worship practices. We encourage proposals on universal design, cultural engagement, preaching, baptism, the Lord’s Supper, and more. Two grant streams are available.

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    All Grants Awarded

    Explore all grants awarded since the program launched in 2000, with funds provided by Lilly Endowment Inc.

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    Explore detailed guidelines and support resources to help you manage your grant effectively.

    Teacher-Scholar Grants

    Apply for the Teacher Scholar Grant to support innovative research and teaching in Christian worship. Proposals from educators and scholars are welcome.

    Worshiping Communities Grants

    Apply for the Worshiping Communities Grant to support and enhance worship practices within your community. Proposals for diverse and innovative worship initiatives are welcome.

    Teacher-Scholar Grants

    Apply for the Teacher Scholar Grant to support innovative research and teaching in Christian worship. Proposals from educators and scholars are welcome.

    Worshiping Communities Grants

    Apply for the Worshiping Communities Grant to support and enhance worship practices within your community. Proposals for diverse and innovative worship initiatives are welcome.

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    Join us for our Symposium on Worship and Summer Seminars. Engage in inspiring sessions, workshops, and intensive seminars to deepen your understanding and practice of Christian worship.

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    Consider joining an upcoming event we sponsor or support. An archive is also available for reference.

    Dwelling in the Psalms

    You are invited to join the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship in a year of dwelling in the Psalms—the prayerbook and songbook of the Bible.

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    VWVP Webinar
    Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Informational Webinar | September 2025
    Are you interested in applying for a Vital Worship, Vital Preaching grant? Join us for this free webinar catered toward new or prospective applicants to learn more about the program and participate in a live Q&A. 
    September 30, 2025, 7:00 PM
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    About

    The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship at Calvin University advances Christian worship through resources, events, and grants. Since 1997, we have partnered with congregations and organizations to fulfill our mission.

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    Mission

    We promote the study and renewal of Christian worship through partnerships at Calvin University.

    What We Do

    We partner with congregations and organizations, focusing on resources, events, and grants.

    Diversity and Inclusion

    We promote worship practices that celebrate diversity and foster inclusion in all communities.

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    Discover our generous funding partners who make our programs possible through their support and grants.

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    Find contact information and profiles for CICW staff across all programs.

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    Learn about MLC

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

    MLC Leadership Staff

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort staff.

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    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort peer leaders.

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

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    Find contact information and profiles for CICW staff across all programs.

    Learn at Calvin

    Calvin University offers many options for learners and students of all ages and contexts.

    Learn about MLC

    Learn about MLC

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

    MLC Leadership Staff

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort staff.

    MLC Peer Leaders

    Meet the Ministry Leadership Cohort peer leaders.

    A program for first- and second-year Calvin University students exploring how their interests intersect with the church.

    Contact Us

    Get in touch with us for inquiries, support, or more information about our programs and services.


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Article Psalms/Scripture Music/Song Prayer

God, We Sing Your Glorious Praises: Hymns and Prayers for Devotional Use

To express gratitude to God for the gifts we received through Bert, the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship offers this collection of some of Bert Polman's litanies and prayers, hymns and psalm versifications.
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Article Theology Psalms/Scripture Planning Worship

Coop's Column - A Thankful People

Because life is a sheer gift from God, one we never deserved. The appropriate response, therefore, is to do two things: to take delight in the gift, to revel in and to savor it; and then, in response to bless the Giver with lavish thanks.
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Article Psalms/Scripture Prayer

Morning Prayer - Psalm 103

A sample plan for a service of morning prayer based on Psalm 103.
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My Care Runs Over - Psalm 23, Matthew 9 (Palm/Passion Sunday)

A service plan for Lent celebrating God's care for us flows over us like the abundance of anointing oil runs over the head and down on the shoulders of the one being anointed. Part of a Lenten series focused on "Walking with God through Psalm 23."
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Article Psalms/Scripture Christian Year

The Lord Upon the Throne - Christ the King Sunday - Psalm 11

This worship service for Christ the King Sunday, based on Psalm 11, traces the major events in the life of Christ, from the beginning of his incarnation to his exaltation as King.
Video Psalms/Scripture Dance

Psalm 13: The Joyful Song of Salvation 救恩的樂歌

This Cantonese setting of Psalm 13 was written and submitted by Yvette Lau - music arranger: Jim Ling; singer: Joanne Fung; choreographer: Eric Lau; dancer: Cat Lau - and focuses on praying to God with both lament and trust.
Psalm 150
Video Psalms/Scripture

Psalm 150: Psalm 150 for Unaccompanied Flute

This setting of Psalm 150 was submitted by composer Delvyn Case and performed by Elizabeth Ostling. It explores the mystical connection between breath, life, music, and praise as described in the psalm.
Psalm 95
Video Psalms/Scripture

Psalm 95: Vengan, cantemos al Señor / Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord

Canción de alabanza inspirada en el Salmo 95. / A setting of Psalm 95 that was submitted by Gerardo Oberman. This setting is a song of praise.
Video Language Arts Psalms/Scripture Drama

Praise: A Choral Reading of Psalm 150

This choral reading of Psalm 150 is adapted for up to 20 ensemble members.
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Article Psalms/Scripture Sacraments Theology

All Sheep Need a Shepherd - Psalm 23, John 10

A service plan for Lent on the strong assurance found in the grace of God that comes to us in Jesus Christ, viewing Christ as the fulfillment of the Shepherd-love of Psalm 23. Part of a Lenten series focused on "Walking with God through Psalm 23."
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