Introduction to Christian Liturgy
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Reference, Ritual & Practices, Christianity, General Christianity
| Author: | Frank C. Senn | ISBN: | 9781451424331 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press | Publication: | July 1, 2012 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Frank C. Senn |
| ISBN: | 9781451424331 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press |
| Publication: | July 1, 2012 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press |
| Language: | English |
Designed as a general introduction to Christian liturgy, this book explores the meaning, history, and practice of worship in Eastern and Western, Catholic and Protestant traditions. Its chapters cover the theology of worship, the historical development of Eucharist and the Prayer Offices, the lectionary and customs of the church year, other sacramental rites, and the use of music and the arts. As such, it is a perfect textbook for students seeking to understand the basics of liturgical worship, as well as a reliable guide for worship leaders.
Designed as a general introduction to Christian liturgy, this book explores the meaning, history, and practice of worship in Eastern and Western, Catholic and Protestant traditions. Its chapters cover the theology of worship, the historical development of Eucharist and the Prayer Offices, the lectionary and customs of the church year, other sacramental rites, and the use of music and the arts. As such, it is a perfect textbook for students seeking to understand the basics of liturgical worship, as well as a reliable guide for worship leaders.
