Orthodox Worship

Abstract

This article attempts to convey both the riches of the experience of Orthodox Christian worship and the wealth of materials used in the liturgical celebration. There will be a discussion of the setting, the temple, and the modes of participation in the worship experience. The place of the senses in the experience will be noted, along with a sampling of the texts used. The article also contains a full discussion of the many liturgical texts required. An annotated bibliography of books and list of websites, together with a select glossary, are included.     

The Missional Shape of Worship in Evangelical Lutheran Worship

Abstract : Mission stands out as an orienting concept in ELW unlike its predecessors. ELW has a missional theological framework as well as a practical missional orientation, a situation in which worship and mission are understood and practiced in relation to one another. It is possible that ELW will help congregations claim the missional character of worship.     

Worship with a twist

The core values of hospitality, respect, and innovation help to guide and initiate changes in the worship services of a rehabilitation hospital. The Antiphon of the day, special hymnals containing residents choices, and inclusion in the prayers of the day helped achieve these goals. Residents are constantly given choices with the Chaplain ready to keep the service moving smoothly. In these ways the core values are included in all services. Specific resources are listed, and the article is followed by a response from another chaplain with a somewhat different approach.     

信神疑鬼酿灾祸

2004年2月15日下午2时15分,浙江省海宁市黄湾镇五丰村发生一起因群众自发迷信活动引发的特大火灾,40人命丧黄泉。 因从事迷信活动酿成特大火灾,竟然夺走40条人命,堪称迷信活动危害之最了。海宁特大火灾事故的发生深深震撼了我的心灵,促使我提笔撷取了几起近年来发生于我国各地因愚昧迷信酿成灾祸的例子,以期提高人民群众对封建迷信危害性的认识,提高警惕性,防患于未然。