Discover enriching worship resources and events for Advent and beyond! From the Lutheran Summer Music Advent Calendar to the ALCM’s 2025 conference and Augsburg Fortress seasonal offerings, there’s something for everyone. Explore tools for liturgical renewal, musical inspiration, and meaningful congregational engagement. Read more at ELCA Worship.

Inspiring Resources for Worship Leaders This Advent Season

As we enter the Advent season, the ELCA Worship team highlights several partner resources to inspire and equip worship leaders, musicians, and planners. These offerings, from music and reflection to professional development, are designed to enrich our worship life and deepen our connections in faith.

Lutheran Summer Music Advent Calendar

Mark your calendars for December 1–24 to join the Lutheran Summer Music Academy in their fourth annual Musical Advent Calendar. This daily offering of music and reflection is available on their Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and website.

Association of Lutheran Church Musicians Events

Planning for 2025? Register now for the ALCM conference in Raleigh and the “Where Do We Go from Here” composers’ symposium at Trinity English Lutheran Church. Reduced rates are available until January 14. Visit the conference website for details.

The Hymn Society’s Pastoral Moments Broadcast

Find peace amidst the noise by revisiting the 12-hour music and pastoral broadcast from Election Day 2020. It remains a timeless resource for reflection and respite. Watch on the Hymn Society’s website.

Institute of Liturgical Studies Conference

Explore “Rites of Passage: Engaging Occasional Practitioners in a Secular Age,” April 28–30, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana. This conference focuses on creating meaningful liturgical experiences for those who connect with the church during significant life transitions. Sign up for updates here.

Augsburg Fortress: Seasonal Resources for Advent and Christmas

Enhance your worship and home life with books like Ordinary Blessings for the Christmas Season by Meta Herrick Carlson or Martin Luther’s Christmas Book. These resources bring fresh perspectives to familiar traditions. Learn more at Augsburg Fortress.

With these resources, we can nurture our congregations and communities through vibrant and thoughtful worship practices. For full details, visit the ELCA Worship blog.