NALS/Gordon-Conwell Lutheran Studies Program
On Sunday evenings this fall, Prs. Andrew Weisner and Nathan Yoder will be offering a seminar on liturgy and sacramental practice. Clergy and laity who attend in person may audit free of charge. Through lecture and “hands-on” instruction, this course will serve as an accessible introduction to, and a thorough review of, the fundamentals of conveying the gospel in worship.
Details:
Start Date: Sunday, September 14-Dec 14
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Troutman, NC (225 Morgan St., Troutman, NC 28166)
In the Lutheran tradition, the chief goal—indeed, the purpose—of the ordained ministry is "to preach, teach, and administer sacraments." Two (and sometimes, all three) of those happen in the midst of worship (liturgy). The ordained minister, a pastor, needs to know the history, theology, and "mechanics of doing" liturgy in order to properly serve Christ's Church and His people.
Knowledge of how church leaders of the past (especially Lutheran ones) have understood and performed their role is essential for those endeavoring to perform the tasks and role of the gospel now in the arena in which the people of the gospel gather, i.e., liturgy. Furthermore, even before early Christian writers of the second century (e.g., Ignatius of Antioch, +115, and Justin Martyr, + 165) write about the importance of liturgy, there is witness to liturgy and corporate prayer in the Scriptures.
In order to carry out their vocation, pastors require knowledge of the history, meaning (theology), and mechanics of worship (practical aspects of worship actions and leadership), and how liturgy and preaching function together in gospel proclamation. To investigate these areas is the rationale and purpose of this course.
Also check out other Workshops in Troutman, Arts events in Troutman, Literary Art events in Troutman.
