Christian Year

Redeeming the Time: Homiletic Theology for a Pilgrim People

This workshop focused on the formative power of the lectionary when it is read within the theological narrative of the Christian year: the story of salvation.

January 1, 2008
Using the Lenten Triad

A familiar feature of Advent and Christmas worship both at home and in church is the Advent wreath. Each Sunday of Advent another candle is lit, culminating in the lighting of the Christ Candle on Christmas Day.

December 1, 2007
Using the Lenten Triad

A familiar feature of Advent and Christmas worship both at home and in church is the Advent wreath. Each Sunday of Advent another candle is lit, culminating in the lighting of the Christ Candle on Christmas Day.

December 1, 2007

A Litany for Ascension Day

A Litany for Ascension Day was an article that appeared in Reformed Worship magazine. Written by David J. Diephouse, it provides words with which to rejoice at the day of ascension and in the present.

March 1, 2007
A Litany for Ascension Day

A Litany for Ascension Day was an article that appeared in Reformed Worship magazine. Written by David J. Diephouse, it provides words with which to rejoice at the day of ascension and in the present.

March 1, 2007

Epiphany in Missional Churches

Learn why missional churches are deciding that Epiphany is a lot more than a fuss about wise men. A feature story exploring the importance of celebrating Epiphany, especially in missional churches.

December 22, 2006
Epiphany in Missional Churches

Learn why missional churches are deciding that Epiphany is a lot more than a fuss about wise men. A feature story exploring the importance of celebrating Epiphany, especially in missional churches.

December 22, 2006

We Believe...: A service based on the Nicene Creed

The Sunday after Pentecost is often called Trinity Sunday in recognition that all three persons of the Trinity have now been remembered and celebrated in the great festivals of the Christian year.

March 6, 2006
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