Although numerous studies have examined biblical and theological rationales for using the visual arts in worship, this book by LisaJ. DeBoer fills in a piece of the picture missing so far the "social" dimensions of both our churches and the various art worlds represented in our congregations. The first part of the book looks at Orthodoxy, Catholicism, and Protestantism in turn including case studies of specific congregations showing how each tradition s use of the visual arts reveals an underlying ecclesiology. DeBoer then focuses on six themes that emerge when Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant uses of the visual arts are examined together the arts as expressions of the church s local and universal character, the meanings attributed to particular styles of art for the church, the role of the arts in enculturating the gospel, and more. DeBoer s "Visual Arts in the Worshiping Church "will focus and deepen the thinking of pastors, worship leaders, artists, students, and laypeople regarding what the arts might do in the midst of their congregations. "

Visual Arts in the Worshiping Church and Every Moment Holy, Volume I (Gift Edition): New Liturgies for Daily Life

Every Moment Holy, Volume I (Gift Edition): New Liturgies for Daily Life

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