Upcoming Intensives
- January 5-12, 2022
- June 22-29, 2022
Semesters begin prior to the on-campus visit and continue after. Contact the admissions office for details.
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Affordable, Low-Residency, Student-Directed Graduate Education
Learn from the best worship faculty in the world, without leaving your context. Pursue the projects that are right for your own ministry.
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Multi-Cultural, Multi-Denominational
Our students come from around the globe and from dozens of traditions. Come worship with the nations. Learn from your colleagues. Be stretched—and strengthened.
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Intentionally Ancient-Future
“The road to the future runs through the past,” wrote Robert E. Webber. Our ancient-future posture will prepare you for that road.
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Work to Bring Renewal Where You Are
Learn how to connect your people with the Gospel story more powerfully week by week through the renewal of worship, then apply what you learn in your ministry.
Recent News and Press Releases
IWS Live Stream, January 2022 EditionJan 4
Join the IWS community live in worship!
IWS 2022 Webinars on Worship RenewalDec 21
Introducing 2022 IWS Webinars
Annual Report 2020-2021Dec 3
The 2020-21 fiscal year was another strong year at IWS, thanks be to God. But, like last year, what a year it has been! Please take a moment to read in our annual report how… Read more
Dr. Amy Davis Abdallah to Teach During January TermSep 24
IWS is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Davis Abdallah to teach DWS704 this coming January alongside Dr. Reggie Kidd. Dr. Davis Abdallah has a Ph. D. in Liturgical Studies from Drew University…. Read more
January ’22 Session to be Held on CampusSep 10
IWS will hold all nine courses (MWS 501–504 and DWS 701–801) on its campus January 5-12, 2022, under protocols necessary to emphasize student and staff safety.
Other Recent Articles
Ekklesia Episode 4: Ecumenism – More Than Just “Getting Along”Dec 8IWS
On this episode Kevin and Jim discuss the definition and misinterpretations of Ecumenism to provide a clearer vision on how to be the unified Body of Christ to the world. Listen below, or visit this… Read more
Ekklesia Episode 3: The Word – The Second Pillar of Christian WorshipDec 2IWS
On this episode, Jim and Kevin discuss the second pillar of worship, the sharing of the Word of God. Listen below, or visit this podcast page to subscribe in your player of choice.
Ekklesia Episode 2: Gathering – The First Pillar of Christian WorshipNov 24IWS
On this episode, Kevin and Jim discuss the Gathering Rite: the first of the four pillars of Christian Worship. Listen below, or visit this podcast page to subscribe in your player of choice.
Ekklesia Episode 1: Christian Worship – The BIG PictureNov 17IWS
IWS is excited to announce the launch of a new limited-run podcast series! In this first episode, Kevin and Jim discuss what the big picture of Christian worship looks like.