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Pastor Jon Zabell delivers the plenary address at the 2008 national worship conference. His presentation is valuable not only for those with an interest in the history of hymnals in WELS. It’s also valuable for any who care about worship trends and needs in the 21st century.

Can WELS practice worship that strengthens the parish and builds synodical strength and unity? See full presentation on Streams, but this excerpt is especially timely.

Compelling worship is one of the most important factors driving parish health. Stronger worship in its several aspects – setting, music, preaching, variety, engaged involvement – will, under God, build stronger parishes. Stronger parishes are better able to support the worldwide mission of WELS. Can WELS practice worship that strengthens the parish and builds synodical strength and unity?

Attention to many little details enables choir directors to gain great sound – not hoping for the best and drilling notes over and over. What are those details? How can they work with average singers? This workshop is in the form of an actual rehearsal. Participants (the choir) practice several songs to learn about good rehearsal technique through the modeling presented.