The Great Worship Awakening by Robb Redman
In this helpful (and much-needed) book, author Robb Redman-pastor, consultant, and educator-offers a unique insider's explanation of the ins and outs of Christian worship trends. The book explores the four major developments that comprise what he calls the worship awakening the seeker service movement, the praise and worship movement, the Christian worship music industry, and the liturgical renewal movement. Redman explains that these trends offer important examples and lessons for established churches. The Great Worship Awakening also includes helpful guidance for congregations who are considering making changes to their current worship style.
"Few writers today combine the breadth of scholarship and the kindof cultural relevancy that can put a finger on the pulse of what isgoing on in churches across AmericaIn this book, Robb Redmandraws upon his experience as a scholar, pastor, and consultant tothousands of pastors across America. He offers a biblicallygrounded analysis along with practical alternatives for those whoare seeking a worship awakening in their church."
-- David Miller, pastor, Faith Presbyterian Church, Seminole,Flordia; author, Contemporary Worship in the ReformedTradition
"With all the various strains, tensions, and changes in Protestantworship today, it is easy to get lost. Robb Redman provides auseful map to negotiate current trends in worship. Confused?Overwhelmed? Redman's assessment of the influences on worshiptoday-their background, importance, and Achilles' heels-and hisunderstanding of the different contexts for Protestant worshipprovide guidance in a tumultuous, exciting time."
-- Lester Ruth, assistant professor of worship and liturgy,Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, Kentucky
"Robb Redman provides a most helpful perspective on postmodernworship.
Regardless of the perspective of the reader, all will benefit fromthe
author's balanced critique of each perspective and recommendationsfor
local congregations."
-- C. Michael Hawn, professor of church music, Perkins Schoolof Theology, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
"Robb Redman has located the key concerns that underlie theworship
anxieties I encounter in my work as a pastor and worshipconsultant. As
Christians we are called to be "in the world, but not of theworld!" So
away with all these concessions to pop culture! Redman doesestablished
church culture a great favor by bringing it into dialogue withthe
contemporary world and at the same time providing a veryhelpful
vocabulary for the discussion."
-- Lyell Heise, pastor, Avondale College Seventh-DayAdventist Church, Cooranbong NSW, Australia
-- David Miller, pastor, Faith Presbyterian Church, Seminole,Flordia; author, Contemporary Worship in the ReformedTradition
"With all the various strains, tensions, and changes in Protestantworship today, it is easy to get lost. Robb Redman provides auseful map to negotiate current trends in worship. Confused?Overwhelmed? Redman's assessment of the influences on worshiptoday-their background, importance, and Achilles' heels-and hisunderstanding of the different contexts for Protestant worshipprovide guidance in a tumultuous, exciting time."
-- Lester Ruth, assistant professor of worship and liturgy,Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, Kentucky
"Robb Redman provides a most helpful perspective on postmodernworship.
Regardless of the perspective of the reader, all will benefit fromthe
author's balanced critique of each perspective and recommendationsfor
local congregations."
-- C. Michael Hawn, professor of church music, Perkins Schoolof Theology, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
"Robb Redman has located the key concerns that underlie theworship
anxieties I encounter in my work as a pastor and worshipconsultant. As
Christians we are called to be "in the world, but not of theworld!" So
away with all these concessions to pop culture! Redman doesestablished
church culture a great favor by bringing it into dialogue withthe
contemporary world and at the same time providing a veryhelpful
vocabulary for the discussion."
-- Lyell Heise, pastor, Avondale College Seventh-DayAdventist Church, Cooranbong NSW, Australia
Robb Redman is a leading consultant for churches involved in worship redesign and innovation and has served as a consulting editor for Worship Leader< magazine. Currently a pastor of Forest Hills Presbyterian Chruch in Helotes, Texas, a suburb of San Antonio, he was a vice president at Maranatha! Music and formerly director of the Doctor of Ministry program at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780787951269 |
| ISBN 10 | 0787951269 |
| Title | The Great Worship Awakening |
| Author | Robb Redman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Year published | 2002-10-18 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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