As churches gathered more frequently in person for worship, most leaders were disappointed by the gradual and limited participation. Worship planning is now more challenging than… read more

Most if not nearly all congregations have resumed some form of in-person gatherings. Some congregational coordination teams have turned their focus to helping people in their… read more

Preaching: Ash Wednesday Sermon 1: Prayers We Don’t Pray Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17 1Have mercy on me, God, according to your faithful love! Wipe away my wrongdoings… read more

For more than 18 months since the global pandemic gripped human civilization, church leaders are asking whether and when people will return to in-person worship. The question… read more

As a liturgist, I am often approached by folks — all sorts of folks — who have taken on the task of planning a worship service. Often they’re… read more

No matter what day it is, a deadline looms over you. In less than six days, people will gather and wait for something to happen. What will it be? What will they experience? Will… read more