Many of us equate worship with singing, but the biblical message is far more than this.
Unfortunately, many churches fall into the trap of simply appointing a talented individual to take care of music on Sundays, without understanding key biblical and theological essentials about the church’s worship. Consequently, worship can devolve into entertainment or looking to copy what seems to be the next ‘big thing’ in church growth. The result can be Christians who are mis-formed by the worship they participate in, developing self-centred approaches to worship, rather than a biblically informed, God-centred approach.
The first of a four-part series of micro-courses on worship arts theology and practice, this micro-course begins a journey of understanding the character of the Triune God we worship. It will help us define what God means when we use the word ‘worship’, how God is himself engaged with us in worship, and set a groundwork for what should take place when we come together (future modules). This series of micro-courses will help us think about how we unify our thoughts about Sunday worship, rather than live in the tensions that have divided us.
Check out the full syllabus here or keep scrolling for a description and registration.
What you'll do
- Watch recorded seminars on your own time, at your own pace, April 22-May 5, 2025
- Meet with the instructor and other participants for live discussions on Zoom May 7, 12, and 16 at 7:00pm PDT
- Submit final assignments by May 23
- Get 1 academic credit from Northwest (can be applied to selected competency-based theological education outcomes)
Cost (CAD)
For credit: $149 (+GST)
Audit: $99 (+GST)
Instructor Bio
Dr. Johnny Markin (Doctorate of Worship Studies, Robert Webber Institute) has 30+ years of Christian Music Ministry in Canada and the UK, including 12 years of touring ministry, 20 years as Pastor of Worship at Northview Community Church, Abbotsford, BC, Canada; 3 years as an Adjunct Instructor of Worship Arts and Travelling Teams Instructor at Trinity Western University, preparing student teams for local church guest ministry as well as for opening on tour across the UK & Ireland with Rend Collective; and is the founder of the Worship Leader Institute, which blends biblical theology and practice to equip worship leaders and churches.