Why is IWS essential? Worship is the most important practice that humans can do, and therefore the study of worship is the supremely vital academic discipline of primary theology. We are thankful for God’s continued love and provision in the 2021-2022 fiscal year!Read More

Institutions pursue IWS graduates for influential academic positions.Read More

“I have been impacted heavily by several projects and research that I have done at some point in my IWS Journey. I’d say that the most impactful of them all is the continuous renewal and understanding that Jesus Christ is, in fact, our worship leader. Even though there is much to be done in preparing...Read More

“IWS is an extraordinary school led by extraordinary people. At a time when worship has unfortunately become a divisive issue for many churches, IWS offers a biblical, historical, and cultural path toward worship renewal. I have found the school’s approach to worship education to be a healthy balance of tradition and innovation, catholicity and contextualization,...Read More

“IWS has taught me to be intentional about the decisions I make as a worship leader. Is the Sunday service proclaiming God’s full story? What can I do to help the congregation celebrate all that God has done for them? Before IWS, my focus was about one service. However, now I look at the whole...Read More

“I consider my being at IWS for doctorate studies in worship as a dream at the peak of its fulfillment. I experience a lot of joy, a sense of belonging, and find so much inspiration in my class interactions with my professors and colleagues from diverse backgrounds, and all of those greatly enhanced my understanding...Read More

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 IWS students, alumni, faculty, staff, and trustees are making a real difference across the globe.Read More

The IWS program, and the community I found while studying, filled a longing that was deeper than I could have imagined.Read More

"The MWS program revolutionized my perspectives on worship."Read More

“When I took the step to enroll at IWS, my life was changed forever.”Read More

"Pursuing a Master’s degree at IWS was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!"Read More

“Although I am a Nigerian, coming from a different world view, culture, and color, I was warmly accepted by both staff and students.”Read More

Grace and peace to you! The 44th session of the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies concluded earlier this month. Remarkably, despite the difficult circumstances presented by Covid-19, a very positive attitude prevailed among students, faculty and staff. With great thanks to God, IWS is bringing renewal to the Church around the globe through...Read More

Here's the IWS Annual Report, with updates from our President and the Board Chair, a review of the year as it unfolded, a spotlight on a few of our outstanding students and alumni, and thanks too numerous to count. We would be honored if you gave it a read.Read More

A bequest is a simple way to create a legacy which generously provides for the future of IWS and demonstrates love and support for the advancement of our mission.Read More