The Sacred Actions of Christian Worship (Book)

Robert E. Webber

Edited by: Robert E. Webber.

Description

In this comprehensive volume, an ecumenical group of evangelical scholars, denominational leaders, and ministers provide insight into the traditions and practices of the sacred actions of worship in the ancient, Medieval, Eastern Orthodox, Reformation, and modern churches. Other sections highlight the historical origins and development of ritual in worship. Numerous historical and contemporary liturgical and special worship services are provided throughout the volume.

List of Illustrations
Additional Contributors
Board of Editorial Consultants
List of Cooperating Publishers
Preface to Volume 6

Introduction

Part 1: THE SACRED ACTIONS AMONG THE CHURCHES
Chapter 1: Sacred Actions Among Contemporary Churches

Part 2: HISTORY AND THEOLOGY OF SACRED ACTIONS, SACRAMENTS, AND ORDINANCES
Chapter 2: The Significance of Sacred Actions
Chapter 3: The History of Sacraments, Ordinances, and Sacred Actions

Part 3: BAPTISM
Chapter 4: A History of Baptism
Chapter 5: Contemporary Theologies of Water Baptism
Chapter 6: The Practice of Baptism
Chapter 7: Confirmation
Chapter 8: Renewal of the Baptismal Covenant

Part 4: THE LORD'S SUPPER
Chapter 9: The History of The Lord's Supper
Chapter 10: Theologies of The Lord's Supper
Chapter 11: The Practice of The Lord's Supper

Part 5: SACRED ACTIONS FOR THE SEASONS OF LIFE
Chapter 12: Child Dedication
Chapter 13: Marriage
Chapter 14: Funeral

Part 6: SACRED ACTIONS IN THE LIFE OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
Chapter 15: Ordinance and Commissioning
Chapter 16: Reconciliation
Chapter 17: Anointing of the Sick
Chapter 18: Footwashing
Chapter 19: The Solemn Assembly

Works Cited
Alphabetical Index

Length:	416 pages
Size:	8 1/2 x 11 inches
Format:	Hardcover (Cloth binding)
Available Date:	July 1995
Published By:	Hendrickson Publishers
ISBN:	1-56563-192-7