Negotiating Worship: What do the debates over worship style really mean?
Contents
IN FOCUS: Beyond Style
Calvin Institute of Christian Worship director John D. Witvliet explores the complex dynamics and motivations that lie behind debates over worship style
Collision Course?
When the Alban Institute invited worship experts from around the country to participate in a roundtable discussion, writer Holly G. Miller was there to report on what they said
Between Opposing Forces
Thomas G. Long, Bandy Professor of Preaching at Candler School of Theology, says that between the Hippolytus and Willow Creek forces, there is a “third way” in worship
The Spirit Is A-Movin’
Alban Institute field consultant Sam Leonard showcases congregations that are helping worshipers find their voice
Singing the “Right” Tune
Writer Micah Marty interviews Rabbi Jeffrey Summit of Tufts University about the role music plays in vital Jewish worship
Postmodern Worship: Three Views
Writer Hillary Wicai interviews Terry York, Sally Morgenthaler, and Chris Seay about how churches can minister to postmodern generations
FEATURES
Finding a Niche and Filling It
Visions-Decisions president Anthony E. Healy describes where congregations fit in a postindustrial economy
DEPARTMENTS
FIRST CLASS MAIL
PERSPECTIVES: The Main Thing
Alban Institute president James P. Wind reminds us that worship is the most important thing we do
REVIEWS
ASK ALBAN
Alban Institute field consultant Dan Hotchkiss describes how to set up an endowment fund