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WOR 220: Worship Words

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Worship Words

We will explore the value and importance of
symbols and words in the Church.

We will practice writing and adapting well-crafted
words that help say what we mean to say.

We will practice speaking well-vetted words in a
way that is authentic and compelling.

We will fabricate moments and elements of
Worship grounded in theologically rich and
artistically beautiful language.

Text

Worship Words by Debra Rienstra; Ron Rienstra; Todd Johnson (Series edited by); Clayton J. Schmit (Series edited by)
Call Number: BV15 .R54 2009
Words have great significance. But because of their ubiquity, words are easily taken for granted. In Worship Words the authors carefully examine the role and use of language in the worship practices of the church.

Books on Reserve

The Jesus Storybook Bible [Gift Edition] by Sally Lloyd-Jones; Jago (Illustrator)
Call Number: BS551.3 .J66 2017
A collection of Bible stories invites young readers to discover that Jesus is the center of God's great story of salvation.
Unceasing Worship by Harold M. Best
Call Number: BV10.3 .B47 2003
The fruition of a lifetime of study, reflection and experience, this volume sets forth Harold M. Best's understanding of worship and the arts. Widely respected as one of the foremost thinkers and practitioners in his field, Best explores the full scope of worship as continuous outpouring in all settings and contexts.
The Worship Architect by Constance M. Cherry
Call Number: BV15 .C42 2010
This book provides a reliable architectural plan for designing worship on a weekly basis. It sets forth basic principles and demonstrates how those principles are conducive to virtually any style of worship practiced today in a myriad of Christian communities.
Every Moment Holy by Ned Bustard (Illustrator); Douglas Kaine McKelvey; Andrew Peterson (Foreword by)
Call Number: BV190 .M34 2017 vol. 1
Every Moment Holy is a book of liturgies for the ordinary events of daily life. These are ways of reminding us that our lives are shot through with sacred purpose even when, especially when, we are too busy or too caught up in our busyness to notice.
Every Moment Holy by Ned Bustard (Illustrator); Douglas Kaine McKelvey
Call Number: BV190 .M342 2021 vol. 2
Publication Date: Currently Checked Out
A book of liturgies for seasons of dying and grieving. These [liturgies] are ways of reminding us that our lives are shot through with sacred purpose and eternal hopes even when, especially when, suffering and pain threaten to overwhelm us.
Common Prayer by Shane Claiborne; Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove; Enuma Okoro
Call Number: BV198 .C56 2010
This universal prayer book allows readers to greet each day together, remembering significant dates and Christian heroes in church history as well as important historic dates in the struggle for freedom and justice.
The Worship Sourcebook by Faith Alive Christian Resources (Created by)
Call Number: BV198 .W675 2013
The Worship Sourcebook is a unique resource now available for the traditional or liturgical church's worship service needs. Filled with beautiful prepared prayers, stirring liturgies, and useful service plans, it provides an alternative to the Book of Common Worship (PCUSA) that is aimed more broadly in terms of global resources for Reformed and evangelical churches.