Promoting Family Worship in the Church and in the Home
Because of cultural American norms, it is easy to assume that the corporate gatherings of the church are for adults and that Children’s programs are a substitute for children. But as a general principle, it seems consistent with the Bible’s description of the family and of the church to view corporate gatherings as being for all members of the covenant community. At Emmanuel Bible Church we love your children and we love to see families worshiping together! We encourage you to train your children to worship the Lord with you.
Here are some articles to help you work this out in the context of your family. You can pull these articles up off our website. Go to this format as the Pastor’s Page and click on the article.
Articles on families together in corporate worship
• “The Family: Together in God’s Presence,” by John and Noel Piper
• “Children in Worship—Let’s Bring it Back,” by Jason Helopoulos
• “Children in Worship—Mom Tested Tips,” by Jason Helopoulos
Statements from other church families together in corporate worship
• “Practical Suggestions on Your Role in Worship,” by David Eby, North City Presbyterian Church
• “Worshiping with Your Children,” by Matthew Fletcher, Webster Bible Church
If you had to read one article on this subject, we’d recommend the piece written by John and Noel Piper, “The Family: Together in God’s Presence.” It is good for families to worship together with the family of God.
