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Introduction to Christian Worship

Grammar, Theology, and Practice

The who, what, when, where, why, and how of worship. Preaching, fellowship, sacraments, and prayer continue to serve as the model of worship. Topics include: theology of ordination; theology of sacred space; the order of worship; the church year; sacraments; music; and the practicalities of leading and planning worship.

Grounded and beginning with Scripture and the priesthood of all believers, Bruns introduces students to the theological and practical fundamentals of planning and leading worship.

Participating in Worship

History, Theory, and Practice

Transcending the common distinctions between high church/low church and formal/informal, this book argues for a balance in the patterns and various levels of worship participation, giving all Christians a fresh look at worship as a whole. Craig Erickson discusses the elements of participation in detail, setting historical and theological insights within a comprehensive theory of liturgical participation. He enables students, ministers, and congregations to understand the historical significance of the elements of worship and offers useful suggestions for strengthening Christian worship.

Transcending the common distinctions between high church/low church and formal/informal, this book argues for a balance in the patterns and various levels of worship participation, giving all Christians a fresh look at worship as a whole.

Ritualism and Evangelicalism. “The limits of ceremonial in religious worship,” ... Together with suggestive counsels to Evangelical Churchmen, etc

... altars , and ceremonies , is about as honest as their other common practice of quoting from Cranmer , and the other Reformers , passages in support of Ritualistic practices which were written by those Reformers in their earlier days ...

My prosecution under the Public worship regulation act, a statement

Upon July 10th , 1878 , he had written to the prosecutor as follows :Among the practices which you enumerate as illegalities committed in the course of service , there are some with regard to which the Vicar assures me that you and ...

Worship in Ancient Israel

An Essential Guide

Guides readers through the themes, central texts, prayers, festivals, and practices of ancient Israel's worship traditions in the Old Testament.

Guides readers through the themes, central texts, prayers, festivals, and practices of ancient Israel's worship traditions in the Old Testament.

Early Christian Worship

A Basic Introduction to Ideas and Practice

Early Christian Worship is a straightforward, readable introduction to worship in the first four centuries of the churchs existence. How did early Christians see and understand their own worship? How did this interact with early Christian beliefs? The book has been brought up-to-date and revised, with some chapters rewritten and an updated bibliography.

How did early Christians see and understand their own worship? How did this interact with early Christian beliefs? The book has been brought up-to-date and revised, with some chapters rewritten and an updated bibliography.

Introduction to Christian Worship

Introduction to Christian Worship, Third Edition traces the development of the major forms of Christian worship, and includes discussion of the newest service books of the principal churches of North America and the British Isles. This staple of liturgical history is used widely in Protestant seminaries and is read by clergy and laity alike as an accurate, informative, and accessible introduction to all aspects of Christian worship. This revision keeps pace with the latest scholarship and includes more maps, tables, woodcuts, and photographs.

Introduction to Christian Worship, Third Edition traces the development of the major forms of Christian worship, and includes discussion of the newest service books of the principal churches of North America and the British Isles.

Worship Old and New

A reexamination of the actual practice of worship that goes beyond the merely academic to provide a practical perspective through the eyes of the worship leader and the congregation. The most effective approach to worship is one that blends historical and traditional practices with contemporary elements. Worship Old and New is a scholarly, up-to-date, and thought-provoking resource for anyone serious about exploring worship and how to bring about a worship renewal in the church. Now reformatted and updated for an easier, more logical approach to worship theology, this revised edition is divided into four major sections, addressing: The biblical foundation of worship—found in the Old and New Testaments as well as the early Christian movement. The biblical theology of worship—how worship is an enactment of the Gospel. A brief history of worship—from ancient and medieval, to twentieth-century renewal. An overview of how worship is practiced—from content and structure, to the role of music and art. New information is incorporated into each section to give you a better grasp of the biblical themes of worship, a deeper understanding of Old Testament customs, and a solid grounding in modern-day renewal movements. This book is ideal for ministerial, classroom, and congregational settings.

This book is ideal for ministerial, classroom, and congregational settings.

The Purpose and Power of Praise & Worship

In this engaging and authoriative work you will learn the key to maximizing your full life on earth, why God placed man in the garden of Eden, The purpose and priority of the presence of God, the seven dimensions of praise, the purpose and power of personal and corporate worship, how to practice and protect the presence of God in your life, and much much more. This amazing book will equip and prepare you to move from ritual to a dynamic relationship, from form to fullness, and will ignite your passion for God's presence.

This amazing book will equip and prepare you to move from ritual to a dynamic relationship, from form to fullness, and will ignite your passion for God's presence.