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A Conversation On Preaching, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship, Fleming Rutledge, Cornelius Plantinga Jr

Symposium on Worship Archive

Notes from a session titled, "A Conversation on Preaching" with Fleming Rutledge and Cornelius Plantinga, Jr.

Program Book - 2005 Calvin Symposium On Worship: Word, Image, Music, Action, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

Program book for the 2005 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule, presenter bios, and practical information.

Service Of Lament, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout accompanying a service of lament based on Psalms 42 and 43, focused on orientation, disorientation, and reorientation.

Our four plenary worship services this year are based on Psalms, each reflecting a different dimension of prayer. Each service is stylistically quite distinct, yet each includes many common elements. Though many participants may be prompted to prepare a series of services, sermons, or worship committee devotionals based on these four services, our primary goal is not to offer model services for analysis or replication. Rather, we pray that these services will be a source of biblically grounded encouragement, challenge, nourishment, …

Service Of Thanksgiving, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout accompanying a worship service focusing on Psalm 118 and thanksgiving. Also includes a transcript of the sermon by Fleming Rutledge.

Our four plenary services this year are based on Psalms, each reflecting a different dimension of prayer. Each service is stylistically quite distinct, yet each includes many common elements. Though many participants may be prompted to prepare a series of services, sermons, or worship committee devotions based on these four services, our primary goal is not to offer model services for analysis or replication. Rather, we pray that these services will be a source of biblically grounded encouragement, …

Brochure - 2005 Calvin Symposium On Worship, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

Brochure for the 2005 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule and instructions about how to pick sessions and then register online.

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: January 2005, Ronald J. Nydam, David Holwerda, John Bolt, John Rottman

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflections on Dealing with Divorce
3 - “The Messiness of Marriage: A Redemptive Theology” by Ron Nydam
5 - “The CRC Position on Divorce” by David Holwerda
7 - “Keeping Promises Today” by John Bolt
9 - A Sermon on Mark 10:1-12 by John Rottman
11 - “The Role of Elders in Marriage and Divorce” by Ron Nydam
12 - Council Room Q&A by Henry DeMoor

Departments
13 - News
14 - Connections Initiative

Christ And The Covenant: Francis Turretin's Federal Theology As A Defense Of The Doctrine Of Grace, Mark Beach

CTS PhD Doctoral Dissertations

The subject of this dissertation is Francis Turretin's federal theology as a defense of the doctrine of grace. Specifically, it deals with Turretin's exposition of the twofold covenant of God--that is, the covenant of nature and the covenant of grace. In treating this subject, the dissertation has a twofold objective--first, to conitribute to an understanding of the theology of Turretin; second, to offer an evaluation regarding the validity of certain trajectories of scholarship pertaining to federal theology in general. This study, in its analysis and exposition of Turretin's understanding of the twofold covenant, deals with several issues that have arisen …

The Decree Of Redemption Is In Effect: A Covenant David Dickson And The Covenant Of Redemption, Carol A. Williams

CTS PhD Doctoral Dissertations

While a significant amount of study has been devoted to the twofold system of covenants of works and grace, development of the threefold covenant system in Reformed theology of the seventeenth century that includes the pactum salutis has not been thoroughly researched. The doctrine of the intratrinitarian covenant between the Father and the Son concerning the whole work of redemption has been characterized in some secondary literature as speculative, unbiblical, the result of faulty exegesis, crassly contractual, a deviation from the pure teaching of the Reformers, and of dubious value. Moreever, these claims of discontinuity and questionable origin of pactum …

Reformed Worship (Rw) 74 - Lent / Easter (December 2004), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Features

Travels with Paul by Robert J. Keeley, Laura Keeley, and Marvin J. Hofman....3

Vigil of the Final Hours by Tracy Sybesma....6

Filthy Rags of Deadly Sings by Karen Van Bemden....14

Christ Has Died, Christ Is Risen, Christ Will Come Again by James Abbington and Emily R. Brink....16

God's Reply to Cries of the Heart by Len Kuyvenhoven....22

Traveling on Easter Sunday by Jane Vogel....24

If You Ask for Sunshine, Remember to Bring Sunscreen by Lisa A. Stracks....30

This Little Child from Far Away by Philip de Haan....33

Dear Rebecca Lee by …

Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 39 No 2 - November 2004), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

Articles: God So Loved the World: Theological Reflections on Religious Plurality in the History of Christianity by Richard Plantinga - 275 / The Weight of Community: Alasdair Macintyre, Abraham Kuyper, and the Problem of Public Theology in a Liberal Society by John Perry - 303 / "A Debt of Fealty to the Past": The Reformed Liturgical Theology of John H. A. Bomberger by Michael A. Farley - 332 / Calvin Bibliography 2004 by Paul Fields - 357 / Scholia Et Homiletica: Notes and Comments for the Minister: A Mid-Inauguration? A Meditation on Isaiah 6 by Christopher J. Seitz …

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: October 2004, Jeffrey A. D. Weima, Michael J. Williams, Bob Rudesill, Lugene Schemper

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflections on Handling the Bible with Care
3 - “Correctly Handling the Word of Truth” by Jeffrey A. D. Weima
6 - Inviting the Prophets Back to Church by Michael J. Williams
8 - Faculty Interview: Becoming People of the Book
11 - An Unforgettable Chapel by Bob Rudesill
12 - Reading the Bible with the Experts by Lugene Schemper

Departments
13 - Preaching and Worship
14 - Continuing Education
15 - News

Natural Theology, Methodological Naturalism, And "Turtles All The Way Down", Del Ratzsch

University Faculty Publications and Creative Works

Natural theology has not been held in particularly high regard during the past century and one half. However, recent developments both within science and within philosophy of science offer some new possibilities and resources. In what follows I explore some areas and structures within which natural theological potential might (in principle) emerge. I further argue that the current weapon of choice against substantive science/religion mtertwining - methodological naturalism - not only fails as an inviolable norm, thus leaving the possibility of a genuine natural theology intact, but that it may even have unhappy theological consequences.

Reformed Worship (Rw) 73 - Advent / Christmas (September 2004), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Features

"What? I Have to Preach the Christmas Story Again?" by David Vroege....3

Through the Narrow Gate by Kurt Selles....6

And Mary Pondered All These Things by Dorothy Nienhuis....13

When Hearts Are Troubled by Joan Baker....16

Children's Messiah by Cheri Ter Haar and Jane Hilbrands....18

Arise, Shine!....21

For All the Saints by John C. Bush....25

Come, All You People by Mary Winters....28

Treasure Hunt by Trevor Rubingh....36

Articulating a Reformed Identity by Bill Van Groningen....40

Departments

Editorial: Permission to Pray by Emily R. Brink....2

Series for the Season: What to …

Stenmark, Planting A, And Scientific Neutrality, Del Ratzsch

University Faculty Publications and Creative Works

In the preceding article Mikael Stenmark rejects both (a) Alvin Plantinga's specific arguments aimed at legitimating 'Augustinian' science (or more generally 'worldview-partisan' science) and (b) the legitimacy of such 'sciences' After contending further that the Augustinian-science strategy is in any case not the most appropriate response by believers to the matters motivating Plantinga's attempt, Stenmark then offers an alternative strategic proposal of his own. In the following response, I briefly raise some issues concerning Stenmark's exegesis of Plantinga, then take issue with Stenmark's philosophy of science and with the case he advances in support of his alternative proposal.

Reformed Worship (Rw) 72 - Worship In Difficult Times (June 2004), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Features

Worship in Difficult Times by Kathy Smith....3

Pain Is a Four-Letter Word by Calvin Seerveld....6

What a Friend We Have in Jesus by Ken Gehrels....8

Words-Only Worship by Barry Morrison....10

Prayers for Hope and Healing by Joyce Borger....12

A Church That Burned Becomes a Church on Fire by RuthAnn Schuringa and Jean Chorostecki.....16

To Your Very Good Health by John Witvliet....18

From Fast to Feast by Cas Wepener....20

The Sweet and the Bitter by Peter Slofstra....29

The Heritage of African American Songs....32

The People Had a Mind to Work by …

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: April 2004, John D. Witvliet, Ronald J. Nydam, Gary Teja

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflections on Ministry in Cultural Context
3 - The Holy Restlessness of Contextual Ministry by John D. Witvliet
6 - Faculty Interview: Preparing Students for Ministry in Cultural Context
9 - Relating “Cross-Culturally” to Generation Y by Ron Nydam
11 - Cross-Cultural Issues in Church Planting by Gary Teja Venture by Lyle Bierma
9 - Grace and Truth by Dean Deppe
10 - Ministry at the Boundaries: An Interview with Chaplain Carl Kammeraad
11 - East, West, North and South Meet at CTS by Richard Sytsma

Departments
13 - Preaching
14 - Continuing Education
15 - News

Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 39 No 1 - April 2004), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

Second Bible and Ministry Conference: “Reading and Preaching the Gospel of Isaiah in the Twenty-first Century,” Calvin Theological Seminary, June 5–7, 2003 Introduction - 9 / Plenary Addresses: The Challenges of Reading the “Gospel” of Isaiah for Preaching by Carl J. Bosma - 11 / The Book of Isaiah: A Short Course on Biblical Theology by John N. Oswalt - 54 / The Manifestation of Yahweh and the Commission of Isaiah: Isaiah 6 Read against the Background of Isaiah 1 by Willem A. M. Beuken - 72 / The Emergence of the Shoot of Jesse (Isaiah 11:1–16): An Eschatological or …

Reformed Worship (Rw) 71 - Ascension / Pentecost (March 2004), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Features

The Festival-Envy Syndrome by Syd Hielema....3

Well-Chosen Words by John Witvliet....6

The Heavens Declare the Glory of God....10

Nurturing the City of God by Paul Detterman....18

Where Twenty or Thirty Are Gathered by Lisa Stracks....23

We Welcome You as Christ by Douglas J. Brouwer....26

Hymns from the Cutting Edge by Debbie Polman....28

The Best We Have to Offer by David Bowden....36

Life in the Spirit....38

Our World Belongs to God by Paul LaMaire....40

Departments

Editorial: More Than Scripture, Sermon, and Song by Emily R. Brink....2

Series for the Season: August …

My Soul Finds Rest In God Alone: A Meditative Noontime Prayer Service, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout for a noontime prayer service centering on Psalm 62. During this service we will have the opportunity to reflect during times of silence. This silence is intended to give us space to meditate on scripture or the words we have sung or to offer silent prayer.

My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. -Psalm 62:1

Christ Has Died, He Is Risen, He Will Come Again: Proclaiming The Gospel Through The Heritage Of African American Prayer And Song, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship, James Abbington

Symposium on Worship Archive

An evening service led by James Abbington that focuses on the heritage of African American prayer and song.

The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Me, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout accompanying a morning service based the theme of "the Spirit of the Lord," with readings from Isaiah 61, Luke 4:14-21, and 1 Peter 1:13-16.

From The Heart To The Heavens: Hymn Festival, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

The hymn festival handout, which focused on different means of worshiping: from the heart, in the congregation, with Christians of all times, with Christians of all places, and with the heavenly hosts.

The Immeasurable Riches Of God's Grace: A Service Based On Ephesians 1-3, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout accompanying a morning worship service focusing on Ephesians 1-3 and including adoration, prayer of thanks, a proclamation, and prayers of intercession.

Brochure - 2004 Calvin Symposium On Worship And The Arts, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A mailer advertising the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule and instructions for registration.

Divine Reverberations, Linda S. Welker

Symposium on Worship Archive

Program for a play titled "Divine Reverberations," presented during the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship. The play was written by members of Linda Walker's Fall 2003 Laboratory Theater class, based on interviews with Christians who lived in Hungary during the formation and early years of the Hungarian People's Republic in the late 1940s-50s. The performance highlights the importance of the Genevan Psalms in sustaining Reformed Christians persecuted under Communist rule, and it testifies to God's faithfulness through times of trial.

Reflecting The Glory: Encouragement And Instruction From Paul's Treatise On Ministry (2 Corinthians 2-5), Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A service examining 2 Corinthians 2-5, starting with the fragrance of Christ, from glory to glory, God's work, start to finish, present affliction, eternal weight of glory, and ending with the ministry of reconciliation.

Talmud In The Art Of Ben-Zion And Marc Chagall, Civa, Christians In The Visual Arts

Symposium on Worship Archive

Handout from the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship art exhibit. Includes information about the exhibition, titled "Talmud in the Art of Ben-Zion and Marc Chagall," as well as an advertisement for another travelling exhibition curated by CIVA, Christians in the the Visual Arts.

Program Book - 2004 Calvin Symposium On Worship And The Arts, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

Program book for the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule, presenter bios, and practical information.

Morning Prayer: Based On Psalm 103, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A handout accompanying a morning worship service based on Psalm 103. It walks through the call to praise, times of need, met by God's compassion, fragility surrounded by love, and praise that seeks to expand.

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: January 2004, Roger S. Greenway, Henry De Moor, Lyle D. Bierma, Dean Deppe

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflections on Ministry at the Boundaries
3 - Can’t We All Worship Together? The Ethos of Pluralism by Roger S. Greenway
5 - Reformed on Baptism — Without Apology by Henry De Moor
7 - CRC Dialogue with the Roman Catholic Church: A New Ecumenical Venture by Lyle Bierma
9 - Grace and Truth by Dean Deppe
10 - Ministry at the Boundaries: An Interview with Chaplain Carl Kammeraad
11 - East, West, North and South Meet at CTS by Richard Sytsma

Departments
12 - Pastoral Care
13 - Continuing Education
15 - News