Calvin Institute of Christian Worship - Events

The Theology and Practice of Pastoral Ministry - Grand Rapids, MI

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 3 Jun 2013 13:00:00 -0400

In this seminar, we will study the theology and practice of pastoral ministry with a view to creatively and critically engaging changing views of the church and its ministry in our contemporary culture.

Worship Renewal - A Day of Learning

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:09:00 -0400

Join with hundreds of others from worshiping communities across the US and Canada to listen, discuss, share, and worship together as we consider how disciplined creativity, theological integrity, and healthy leadership practices work together in the worship renewal process.

Los Protestantes: Latino Protestantism in the United States

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Los Protestantes: Latino Protestantism in the United States will look at the U.S. Latino community through missional eyes. How are Latino Protestants a part of what God is doing in the U.S. today? What are the issues that ministry and mission among Latinos bring to the table? The seminar will use lectures, readings, videos, case studies, small groups discussions and similar activities to help participants think through the issues they face as they serve among Latinos in the U.S.

Eastern Orthodoxy for the West

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 8 Jul 2013 15:07:00 -0400

This seminar introduces Western Christians to select themes in Eastern Orthodox theology. It also offers an enriching ecumenical discussion of points of doctrinal convergence and difference, with a view of identifying the resources for renewal of Christian life. The topics include the retrieval of the Church Fathers, doctrinal authority and the role of tradition in the church, understandings of salvation, and East and West liturgical theology and church renewal.

Imaginative Reading for Creative Preaching

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 8 Jul 2013 15:13:00 -0400

This seminar will explore some of the sources, methods, and homiletical impact of imaginative reading for creative preaching.

Organ Clinic: The Art of Improvisation and Leading Congregational Song with John Ferguson

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400

This week-long clinic is designed for both experienced organists and those who want to watch and learn.

Preaching Seminar on 1 Thessalonians: Sex, Second Coming and Sanctification

worship@calvin.edu (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship) — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 07:45:00 -0400

Jeffrey A.D. Weima, professor of New Testament at Calvin Theological Seminary, will help preachers brush up on the exegetical steps required in moving from the biblical text to a sermon that faithfully expresses its message for the church today.