Mortification of Spin The Church Calendar: Yay or Nay?
Feb 11, 2026
A lively debate about the origins and place of the church calendar in Reformed practice. They weigh Puritan objections and argue for congregational conscience. The conversation highlights Advent and Lent, exploring pedagogical benefits and potential abuses. Practical worship rhythms, seasonal preaching choices, and how a congregation might observe holy weeks are also discussed.
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Calendar As A Doctrinal Structure
- The church calendar structures the year to ensure the whole counsel of God is covered across time.
- Carl Trueman argues it provides pedagogical advantages by reinforcing doctrine with seasonal rhythms.
Seasonal Rhythm Reinforces Theology
- Seasonal timing can deepen gospel truth by aligning doctrine with natural and cultural rhythms.
- Carl Trueman notes Christmas at winter's darkest point vividly illustrates light entering darkness.
Leverage Advent For Clear Teaching
- Use Advent preaching to deliberately instruct people on the incarnation rather than assuming incidental coverage.
- Todd Pruitt recommends leveraging the season and carols to teach Christ's incarnation and reach guests.
