Worship as Art: Art as Worship
“Rather than considering art as additional or supplemental to our worship as Christians, it invites our contemplation of the profound essential nature of art in our daily worship and liturgical gatherings.”
Creating Community in Worship
While content may be king in many realms, in worship, the priority is communion and connection with God and fellow worshipers. Here are several ways to foster community during worship gatherings.
Integrating Christian Worship’s “Vertical” and “Horizontal” Dimensions
“Isaiah’s vision of heavenly worship, however, reminds us that ultimately the ‘vertical’ and ‘horizontal’ dimensions of worship are inextricably bound together. Just as the seraphim “were calling out to one another,” we glorify God not only through praise directed toward God but also as we exhort, encourage, and bless one another.”
Resilience in Pastoral Worship Ministry: An Interview with David Oceguera from Bolingbrook Church
“The most important thing I have done to lead with resilience and maintain a healthy well-being is to create a Rule of Life for myself. A Rule of Life is the practices and rhythms you want to include in your daily life that will help you remain close to God, dedicated to your calling, and committed to your most important relationships. It might be helpful to think of a rule of life as a trellis that supports you in staying committed to the things that are most important to you.”
Cultivating a New Worship Community: An Interview with Justin Alabata from Forest Lake Seventh-Day Adventist Church
“One of the most important strategies is clear and consistent communication. We spent a healthy amount of time fleshing out our church mission, vision, and values. These have helped us clearly communicate what our purpose is as a church. These also guide everything we do when it comes to starting and/or supporting different ministries.”
Collective, Comprehensive Worship Renewal: A Conversation with Alareece Collie and Morgan Kochenower of Frederick Seventh-day Adventist Church
“It is essential that we don’t just make changes as a leadership team, but that the congregation is not only aware of what we're doing but also why we're doing it so we can all contribute and work together.”
Singing the Gospel
Worship Pastor, Vanessa Hairston, shares song suggestions for building a Gospel-packed worship set list.
Our Livestream Journey: Priorities and Improvements
“New Hope had already been streaming their services for many years. But the pandemic led to a more intentional approach to improving the online experience.”