From Word to Worship
MICHAEL NIEBAUER
In this episode of the CPT Podcast, we talk with Dr. Michael Niebauer about his new book, From Word to Worship: How the Lectionary Welcomes You Into Sacred Time Through Story, Symbol, and Sacrament. Michael discusses how the lectionary helps Christians encounter Scripture as a unified story and see connections between biblical texts, the church calendar, and Christian worship. He also shares how his ministry in nursing homes has shaped his understanding of pastoral ministry and preaching.
The conversation explores Niebauer’s approach to reading Scripture, his interest in the interpretive practices of early Christians, and the way the lectionary can shape the church’s theological imagination.
Michael Niebauer (PhD, Duquesne University) is Director of Heritage Mission, an initiative that trains leaders to start worship services in care facilities. His latest book is From Word to Worship: How the Lectionary Welcomes You into Sacred Time. He is also the author of Four Mountains and Virtuous Persuasion, and his writings are featured on the Substack Mission – Ethics – Interpretation.
