Research guides: Preaching and Worship: Worship and the Arts

Resources for Incorporating the Arts in Worship

Art in the Christian Tradition
A searchable database of visual art compiled by the Vanderbilt Divinity Library
The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship
Reflections, worship templates, audio and video resources for the study and renewal of Christian worship
The Hymn Society
Videos, hymn suggestions, global music resources
Faith and Leadership
An online learning resource for Christian leaders and their institutions, from Duke University
Illustrated Ministry
Illustrated resources for church and home, designed to encourage creative and active engagement with faith
Practical Resources for Churches
Free online webinars for church leaders on a variety of topics, including worship and education
The Painted Prayerbook
Prayers, reflections, art, and downloadable retreats by Jan Richardson
Abbey of the Arts
Transformative living through contemplative and expressive arts; books, videos, reflections, and online retreats by Christine Valters Paintner
A Sanctified Art
Multimedia resources for worshiping communities of all shapes and sizes. A Sanctified Art aims to bring scripture and theological themes to life through film, visual art, curriculum, coloring pages, liturgy, graphic designs, and more.