For the Life of the World

How do the core actions of worship nurture life with God?

The ecumenical movement of the 20th century revealed a common pattern of worship among Christian communions, a pattern that bears the imprint of distinctive denominational emphases. In this exploration of that pattern, Samuel Torvend invites readers to delve into this flexible tradition that centers a parish in the life of God given for the life of the world.

The basics of Episcopal and Anglican worship in North America are explored in this Little Books series, which invites parishioners and newcomers to consider both the beauty of worship and Episcopal ethical commitments.

Introduction

1 The Language of the Liturgy Is Scriptural Story and Ritual Symbol: There Is Always More

2 The Liturgy Orients Us to a Loving, Liberating, and Life-Giving Mission Two Words Concerning Liturgy A Challenge and a Promise

3 The Liturgy Asks Life-Changing Questions Christians Are Made, Not Born Protection From the World or Service in It?

4 The Liturgy Holds Tradition and Change Together Encountering Christ Today Invitations and Instructions
5 The Liturgy Leads Us to the Seasons of Life on God’s Earth A Day Filled with Promise A Week with an Earth-Loving God A Year with the Cosmic Christ

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