Based on the postings from class members websites (see class members postings using links on the right), there will be a lively conversation when we gather face-to-face. The range of responses can be examined in light of individual and communal assumptions about worship and liturgy. Consider your own assumptions along with what can be extrapolated as those of Wilson and Moore.
How would these assumptions change depending on denomination or faith expression? For example,the American Theological Library Association (ATLA) conducted a Worship Video Project in which Bowld Music Library digitized five Baptist churches in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Check out some of the recordings. In particular, listen to Dr. Brett Younger's response to the qustion: what would you say is the philosophy or worship at Broadway Baptist Church in Fort Worth Texas? What are the purposes and goals? How does that compare with Next Level Church's video showing What to Expect in worship?
Mary suggested an article from Alban to continue the conversation:
Well-Tempered Worship by Robert Glick. It suggests that "some of the major elements of a well-tempered worship service
* honors Word and Sacrament equally,
* values symbolism,
* values the spoken word,
* welcomes and nurtures the arts,
* honors diversity,
* encourages various forms of prayer,
* remembers the children."
How does this resonate with your beliefs? Are they appropriate criteria for evaluating the use of digital media in worship and liturgy?
What would you add or subtract?
1 comment:
Adding a few to well-tempered worship:
*incorporates silence and stillness, as well as active and vocal participation
*is profoundly bodily
*recognizes the immanent and the transcendent presence of God, in community, sacrament and Spirit
Post a Comment