Picturing Theology

/ 2 8 7

P i c t u r i n g T h e o l o g y

The Ministry of Praise and Worship (continued)

C. The Trinitarian Principle applied to worship: unity, diversity, and equality 1. The symphony as model for worship in the Church of Jesus Christ 2. European styles dominate in American churches 3. The Nicene Creed: the Church is one, holy, apostolic, and catholic a. Hundreds of styles of praise b. Offered to God in scores of languages c. Ethno-musicology - the science of human music and learning d. No form is superior; all forms are acceptable if done in conjunction with the biblical edicts 4. Dangerous to ignore this principle: hegemony of European styles and power

D. Have clear standards and policies for everyone involved

E. Be careful not to become too professional; emphasize quality but allow for full participation by the body

F. Offer clear and encouraging leadership at all times

G. Recruit from a broad base of people

H. Organize for maximum success and effectiveness