Ritual Practices category: 1070 books

The worship terrain has changed, but a consensus has yet to emerge even about what worship is, let alone how we should worship. Increasingly, however, people are hungry not just to know about God, but to experience God with all they they are—mind, heart, body, and soul. Worship must engage all of...

Keeping in mind two pastoral considerations - the liturgy itself and the assembly that worships - Father Kavanagh looks not beyond rubrics but deep into their historical and pastoral existence in order to develop rules of style which articulate this existence in current Roman liturgical usage. From this research has come a pastoral manual for clergy who preside at liturgical celebrations.

The rosary has been at the core of Catholic devotional life for centuries. Renewing its place in our spiritual life today can be powerfully assisted by going to Sacred Scripture to focus our minds and hearts on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of Mary. Hail Mary, Holy Bible...

This collection of litanies, candlelighting services, a hanging of the greens service, and more offers worship resources for the three years of lectionary reading for Advent, including the Sunday after Christmas.

The book, Intimacy with God is a reminder of the fact that life without a close relationship with God is a losing game. God created us to have one on one relationship with Him, which is why He created us in His image and likeness. We do not own ourselves. Our life is a gift from God and we must live...

             This is a book that clearly and comprehensively covers the topics of both water baptism and Spirit baptism from a purely biblical perspective — rather than from a particular ecclesiastical, historical, or theological perspective.  Rather than using isolated Scripture verses...

What did Christians in the Early Church sing? This short but informative book gives an answer to this intriguing question by looking at different psalms and hymns that have been passed down through the life of the church. William Petersen has researched this topic and shows his work succinctly and admirably.

Whether you are rich or poor, black or white, religious or nonreligious, life is challenging. We have daily struggles, and how we deal with those struggles defines us and determines the type of people we are. Life is not meant to be dealt on our own. The Holy Spirit was given to Christians to guide,...

A creative way to pray – across faith traditions – made new for all who seek a more intimate experience with God. Lushly illustrated. Divided into three parts, the first part of Bead by Bead takes a historical look at prayer beads across centuries and cultures. Part Two showcases opportunities...

When God established His covenant with Israel, He gave them a calendar of observances and festivals to celebrate so they would always remember their historical journey, their salvation, and, most importantly, their God. Like the Jewish calendar, the Christian year continues the celebration of God's covenant...

Public Worship 101 is an introduction to the Biblical theology of worship, the elements of worship, exclusive Psalmody, and a cappella Psalmody. This book retails for $40.00. It follows the basic outline of Dr. Prutow's Ministry of Worship classes with much more detail, including the addition of important...

A Sponsor's Confirmation Journal includes insightful questions, reflections, and explanations that help sponsors approach their role with confidence and enthusiasm. The journal begins with words of appreciation for the sponsor in recognition of the very important role that they have agreed to accept....

Worship Together in Your Church as in Heaven is a practical and foundational resource for pastors and worship leaders of all kinds. It addresses an urgent need in the church today: as our communities become increasingly diverse, how can we offer worship that is authentic and engaging for all of God’s...

Rudolf Steiner, the often undervalued, multifaceted genius of modern times, contributed much to the regeneration of culture. In addition to his philosophical teachings, he provided ideas for the development of many practical activities, including education - both general and special - agriculture,...