An introduction to the planning of congregational music for worship leaders and practitioners. This course will explore the connections between the liturgical year (as set by the Revised Standard Lectionary), the biblical readings and a variety of music and liturgical resources and settings. The content material will draw, primarily, on liturgical resources within the Anglican …
View course details “CONGREGATIONAL MUSIC FOR THE LITURGICAL YEAR”

Instructor: Dr. John Gibaut

Instructor: Dr. Jay Koyle

From outdoor prayer walks to small groups to churches that only meet outside, many Christians in Canada are finding renewal in their faith by heading outdoors. What gifts does getting outside give to us and how can embodied practices and a deep connection to the land revitalize our connection to God? Come and learn from …
View course details “The Great Outdoors: Finding Faith in the Fields and Forests”

Indigenous people express themselves in many musical and artistic forms. The sound and feel of their own music elicit sensibilities of home and familiarity. A fundamental aspect to Indigenous cultural and national restoration has benn the flourishing of each nation or cultural group’s style of music and art. The colonial project worldwide has meant the …
View course details “NAIITS 20th Annual Symposium: Ethnomusicology: Indigenous Heart Languages”

In a post-lockdown church, online community has become a common reality. Most churches are offering ministry online, whether it be a weekly email, a Facebook group, online studies, or live-streaming worship. In this course, students will consider how to widen ministry beyond the walls and into their online community. Readings will include case studies as …
View course details “Genuine Online Relationships”

The Psalter is the hymn book of the Bible. The 150 psalms have been an integral part of both Jewish and Christian musical traditions, and over the centuries they have inspired countless composers to create important works. The course will explore the richness and power of the Psalter through an examination of the relationship between …
View course details “The Psalter – A Journey through 1,500 Years of Music”

The modern divide between Sunday worship and Monday work has had a devastating impact on the church. Many Christians today report that worship in the sanctuary feels completely disconnected from their work in the world. It’s almost as if they live in two separate worlds. Living their lives in pieces, the pieces–not surprisingly–begin to die. …
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This course provides a framework for preparing and leading worship by exploring the biblical and historical foundations of Christian worship. With the help of expert coaches, you will learn practical skills for worship ministry through a polyrhythmic metaphorical lens. These skills include producing liturgies and services (Erin Glanville), using visual arts in worship (Joy Banks), …
View course details “Worship in Polyrhythm”

On May 22, 1723, J.S. Bach moved to Leipzig to take up a posting as director of music at St. Thomas Church, beginning 27 years of vigorous musical output in that city. Over that time, Bach composed, performed, and directed some of the most famous sacred music in the western tradition. Through it all, the …
View course details “The Fifth Evangelist: The Sacred Repertoire of J.S. Bach”