{"product_id":"worshiping-with-united-methodists-revised-edition-a-guide-for-pastors-and-church-leaders","title":"Worshiping with United Methodists Revised Edition: A Guide for Pastors and Church Leaders","description":"Revised and updated, this popular book shows pastors and worship leaders the basics of United Methodist worship.\n\nIn this straightforward and updated commentary, Hoyt Hickman explains the basic pattern of United Methodist worship within the broader context of Christian worship. Drawing upon five basic principles, the author explains the formative nature of worship and how it can revitalize persons' lives. These principles are: God's Word is primary; active congregational participation is crucial; spontaneity and order are both important; worship should be relevant and inclusive; and worship is communion. This revision will highlight the African-American contribution to UM worship, discuss at greater length what the various worship styles mean for us today, say more about the formative nature of worship, and include updated resources including the Abingdon Worship Annual, the Abingdon Preaching Annual, and WorshipConnection.\n\nExplains basic resources for planning and leading worship.\nGives the basic pattern of UM worship and its origins.\nGives practical suggestions how to renew and revitalize worship.\nHelps pastors be effective leaders in planning and revitalizing worship.\nHelps pastors understand and communicate the uniqueness of UM worship.\nHelps pastors lead their congregation into a deeper and richer experience of God through worship.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0687335264\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: PKV.0687335264.VG\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Hickman, Hoyt L.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent condition with just a hint of character. Minor signs of love, but the pages are still clean and ready for adventure.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Aspen Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52664676974879,"sku":"PKV.0687335264.VG","price":3.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0470\/3007\/files\/0687335264-0.jpg?v=1783530404","url":"https:\/\/www.aspenbookco.com\/products\/worshiping-with-united-methodists-revised-edition-a-guide-for-pastors-and-church-leaders","provider":"Aspen Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}