Resources on Kevin Adams

Kevin Adams on the Mission at the Heart of Classic Worship Article by Joan Huyser-Honig http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/kevin-adams-on-the-mission-at-the-heart-of-classic-worship Article by Joan Huyser-Honig Topics: Hospitality , Liturgy , Study , Worship Planning Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship A conversation between Joan Huyser-Honig and Kevin Adams on the four-fold ordo--an ancient pattern at the heart of classic Christian worship that helps welcome and orient people into life in the body of Christ.

Framing Worship Article by Joan Huyser-Honig http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/kevin-adams-on-framing-words-for-missional-worship Article by Joan Huyser-Honig Topics: Hospitality , Liturgy , Study , Worship Planning Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship In this interview, Kevin Adams talks about "worship frames"—carefully chosen words that present classic worship elements, helping congregants go forth to embody God’s grace, mercy, and peace.

Healing Worship Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/healing-worship Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Worship , Leading Worship , Eucharist , Healing Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams invites worship leaders to live into the image of the pastor being a doctor of souls by offering healing through music, spoken word, and Eucharistic invitation.

The Gospel in a Handshake Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/gospel-handshake Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Peace , Conflict , Reconciliation Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams describes the power of the ancient practice of passing the peace of Christ in worship. Framed properly, this service element can embody the entire gospel message.

You Are the Salt of the Earth Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Kevin Adams http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/you-are-the-salt-of-the-earth Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Kevin Adams Topics: Salt , Light , Worship Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Video of a worship service and sermon led by Kevin Adams and André Thomas based on Matthew 5:13-16 at the 2022 Calvin Symposium on Worship. (Length: 56:35)

On Giving and Receiving Blessings Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/giving-and-receiving-blessings Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Blessing , Liturgy , Seekers , Grace Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams notes that a closing benediction can seem strange to visitors, and suggests how we can introduce or frame the benediction in a way that makes sense to spiritual novices.

Healing Worship Article by Kevin Adams https://network.crcna.org/worship/healing-worship Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Confession , Healing , Worship , Blessing Source: The CRC Network There’s an old image for the pastoral vocation; it can be claimed by worship leaders too. It is to be a doctor of souls. Kevin Adams reflects on how worship can be a healing experience.

Hamilton and Jesus Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/hamilton-and-jesus Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Worship Planning , Leading Worship , Liturgy , Worship Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams ponders what songs we would we sing and say and pray if we knew folks in our church would have those songs and words playing in their minds as their first waking thoughts.

Praying the Psalms in Life and in Worship Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Kevin Adams http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/praying-the-psalms-in-life-and-in-worship Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Kevin Adams Topics: Psalms , Worship , Prayer , Spiritual Growth Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Audio of Kevin Adams and Paul Ryan discussing the vitality and relevancy of the Psalms in worship. In joy and in sorrow, in faith and in doubt, the Psalms can help us to worship and pray....

Framing Epiphany in Worship Planning Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/framing-epiphany-worship-planning Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams Topics: Epiphany , Magi , Light , Leading Worship Source: Reformed Worship In this article, Kevin Adams considers how worship leaders might frame the season of Epiphany and offers suggestions for wording that might be used to introduce Epiphany in worship.

God Provides in the Desert Service Outline or Song Suggestions by Mary Louise Bringle https://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/god-provides-in-the-desert Service Outline or Song Suggestions translated by Mary Louise Bringle Topics: God's Provision , Hope , Worship Planning Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship A worship service based on Exodus 17:1-7 and led by Tony Alonso. Themes include God's provision in the wilderness and hope.

Rethinking Christian Community and Worship in a Global and Post Modern Context Article by Kevin Adams https://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/rethinking-christian-community-and-worship-in-a-global-and-post-modern-context/ Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Hospitality , Seekers , Worship , Leading Worship Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This video workshop explores how to create a worship environment that builds genuine community among those with negative experiences of church and a panel discusses approaches to inviting people to join in worshiping a hospitable God.

All In Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/all Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kevin Adams Topics: Community , Baptism , Church Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams tells the story of a young woman who grew up agnostic, came to the faith, and became "all in".

Opening Worship from Around the World Service Outline or Song Suggestions by Christina Edmondson http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/opening-worship-from-around-the-world Service Outline or Song Suggestions by Christina Edmondson Topics: Global Church , World , Worship , Diversity Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Video of an online global worship service using the gifts from many communities around the world, and focusing on God’s promise that God will hold “all things” together. Includes Scriptures, songs, intercessory prayers, and a benediction.

Wondering about Grace Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/article/march-2008/wondering-about-grace Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Grace , Worship , Seekers , Congregation Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams writes about Granite Springs Church, a ministry for a California suburb with a foundation of grace, modeled on Jesus' parable of the prodigal (Luke 15:11-32).

The Bible in Worship: Deep Engagement with Scripture in a Culture of Low Biblical Literacy Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/the-bible-in-worship-deep-engagement-with-scripture-in-a-culture-of-low-biblical-literacy Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams Topics: Culture , Scripture , Bible , Worship Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This seminar is from the 2019 Calvin Symposium on Worship which features pastors and Bible scholars speaking on the role of the Bible in worship within a culture of low Biblical literacy.

Praying Our Emotions Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/article/june-2010/praying-our-emotions Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kevin Adams Topics: Prayer , Suffering , Worship , Worship Planning Source: Reformed Worship When society offers all different ways to cope with life, Gerry and Kevin Adams' church wanted to offer something else, the Psalms. Here is the ten week series that they originally offered.

Universal and Responsive Design for Missional Worship Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/universal-and-responsive-design-for-missional-worship-a-vision-of-inclusion Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams Topics: Missions , Worship Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship During a workshop at the 2019 Cultivating Vital Worship event, Kevin J. Adams and Barbara J. Newman held a discussion on how a church can be mission-minded.

Scythian Worship? Nations and Cultures at Worship Article by Kevin Adams https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/scythian-worship-nations-and-cultures-worship Article by Kevin Adams Topics: Baptism , Cultures , Worship , Leading Worship Source: Reformed Worship Kevin Adams explores how our national or cultural identity affects the way we design and practice our worship noting that baptism reminds us that we're deeply included in this new community/culture called the church.

Shaping a Congregation's Worship DNA Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/shaping-a-congregations-worship-dna Article about Worship and the Sacraments by Kevin Adams Topics: Worship , Community , Worship Planning , Congregation Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This article explores practical and theological insights about designing and shaping the first year of worship in new and restart church settings, addressing the tradition, neighborhood, and persons of the church planting context, leader and team.