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

ADDITIONAL ARTICLES

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