David H. Pereyra

Architect and theologian · Ritual, Space and Inclusive Design

David H. Pereyra

Architect and Theologian · Ritual, Space and Inclusive Design

Research, Teaching and Design

Proclaiming Holy Scriptures

In this book, I offer a comprehensive study on the proclamation of Holy Scriptures as an enacted celebration. I also explore its role as a performance within sacralized theatrical spaces. Scripture is integral to religious life within Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. These traditions have venerated the reading of texts from an appointed place as a sacred act.

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David H. Pereyra

An Interdisciplinary Researcher

Where to start

Researchers and students: see my Curriculum Vitae for publications, presentations and courses.
Accessibility and inclusive-design professionals: read about my work at the IDRC.
Faith communities and liturgical design: visit Our Doors Are Open, or write to me about a worship space or a ritual.

From Point of View

A Workshop on Sacred Spaces and Movements in the Liturgy

September 7, 2024

This video, “A Workshop on Sacred Spaces and Movements in the Liturgy,” was originally a workshop for the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Toronto, Canada, in 2018. It explores the profound connection between sacred spaces and the movements that animate liturgical worship. The workshop runs for 28 minutes and delves into how sacred architecture … More A Workshop on Sacred Spaces and Movements in the Liturgy

Teacher-Scholar Panel: Inclusive Worship, Reconciliation, and Public Witness

July 17, 2022

Calvin Institute of Christian Worship – 2022 Online Grants Event John Witvliet, moderator. David Pereyra (OCAD University) To gather diverse worshiping communities in online workshops and webinars. The goal is to create a culture of inclusion by assessing inclusive thinking. This also includes helping communities develop strategies to increase their inclusivity. Additionally, it involves gathering … More Teacher-Scholar Panel: Inclusive Worship, Reconciliation, and Public Witness

The Lector: Medium for Proclaiming Holy Scriptures

January 9, 2022

At this point in time, as we physically distance and isolate in response to COVID-19, there is no shortage of those who, provocatively, are considering new opportunities through virtual celebrations, replacing the human voice with the voice of artificial intelligence and supplanting paper texts with electronic and digital technologies. There have also been attempts to … More The Lector: Medium for Proclaiming Holy Scriptures