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Response To Kimberly Hope Belcher, Frederick L. Ware

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

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Response To Frederick L. Ware, Kimberly H. Belcher

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

Response to Frederick L. Ware, "Initiation (Water Baptism) in North American Pentecostalism."

Initiation (Water Baptism) In North American Pentecostalism, Frederick L. Ware

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

As Pentecostal theology grows in appreciation of sacramental theology, this Catholic-Pentecostal dialogue represents an immense opportunity for Pentecostals. Previous iterations of dialogue identified infant baptism and believer’s baptism as topics of interest. Through a series of questions, this article identifies several challenges to baptism of both kinds. The complexity of issues is explored through contrasting Pentecostal experiences of water baptism and Pentecostal denominational and constructive theological interpretations of water baptism.

Initiation Sacraments And Directions For Catholic-Pentecostal Dialogue: An Essay For The Exploratory Usccb/Pccna Dialogue, Kimberly H. Belcher

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

This article surveys Roman Catholic understandings of initiation sacraments. It traces historical developments and current practices for the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and Holy Communion. Throughout attention is paid to the areas where convergences and issues for further discussion between Roman Catholics and Pentecostals emerge.

A Catholic Perspective On The New Relationship Between The Pentecostal Charismatic Churches Of North American And The United States Conference Of Catholic Bishops, Walter F. Kedjierski

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

A Catholic perspective on the PCCNA and USCCB dialogues.

Pccna And Usccb Historic Exploratory Dialogue: From Mass To The Vatican Then “Little Rome", Harold D. Hunter

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

A history of the PCCNA and USCCB dialogues.

Front Matter - Spiritus 9.2 (Fall 2024), [email protected]

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

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Full Issue Spiritus 9.2 (Fall 2024), Jeffrey S. Lamp

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

This issue of Spiritus is a special one indeed. Almost three years ago I received a message from Martin Mittelstadt of Evangel University concerning the dialogue underway between representatives of the Pentecostal and Charismatic Churches of North America (PCCNA) and the US Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). This dialogue would take place over a three-year period (2021–2003), with papers and responses addressing three topics from the perspectives of Pentecostals and Roman Catholics. The participants expressed an interest in having the presentations from this dialogue published in journals representing both traditions.

Ecclesial Communion: Of Divine Economy Through Love And Participation, Kyle J. Groesch

Masters of Theological Studies

Following the councils of Nicaea and Constantinople, the early followers of Christian faith understood the proper name for their God to be entirely triune in essence: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. While this trinitarian heritage has scarcely been passed down to modern believers of Christianity, the fundamental truth of God’s triune nature remains the same. Out of the divine economy, humanity was crafted in the image of God with koinonia at heart. As Father, Son, and Holy Spirit comprise the singular ousia and cannot exist apart from one another, so the Body with many members is only possible in the …

“Christ For The World We Sing”: What Twentieth-Century Churches Of Christ Sang About Missions, Monty L. Lynn, Derran Reese, Kelly Cross Elliott, D. J. Bulls

Management Sciences

What twentieth-century members of acapella Churches of Christ sang to one another about missions informed, reinforced, and reflected congregational perspectives and practices. Fifty-four missions hymns from hymnals used within Churches of Christ suggest thirty-nine themes that encourage urgent and empathetic responses to spiritual distress, near and far. Hymns resonate with the trajectories of missions among Churches of Christ and provide insight into the ethos of congregations.

Reformed Worship (Rw) 153 - Advent / Christmas (September 2024), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Editorial: The Bending-Down God by Joyce Borger....2

Advent and Mission by Kevin Schutte....3

Worship Series: Reckless Inclusivity by Ruth Ann Schuringa....7

The Plan by Bethany Besteman....13

A Case for Intergenerational Worship by Lindsey Goetz....19

Q&A: Why Sing? by Paul Ryan....23

Songs for the Season: Building Bridges through Congregational Song by James MacMillan....25

Reflections for Timket by Vince Bantu....30

The Troubles by Karen Campbell....33

A Litany for a Sad Church by Johnathan Scott Sumner....38

For Pastors: The Christmas Mission by Scott Hoezee....39

Worship Series: The Gifts of Christmas by Kyle …

The Phenomenological Effects Of Fidel Castro’S Communist Revolution On The Christian Church In Cuba, Daniel Orama

Masters Theses

The claims that religious freedom in Cuba can coexist alongside the Communist, Marxist, Socialist regime without hindrance contradicts the Word of God and eyewitness testimonies of those who serve in the Cuban Christian church. Church pastors in Cuba often suffer imprisonment as long as twenty years before being allowed to return to their homes and communities. This study regains the views of countless pastors and those serving in churches throughout Cuba, whose opinions concerning Christians who put themselves in harm’s way against the communist authorities are expurgated. Using the qualitative research paradigm, this study utilizes qualitative artistic and creative research …

Authenticity And Worship Technology: An Evaluation Of The Use Of Prerecorded Vocal And Instrumental Tracks In Worship In Augusta, Georgia, Susan R. Burgess

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Every week, congregations in Augusta, Georgia, gather for corporate worship. A common practice among these congregations is incorporating pre-recorded music technology in their services. Technological advancements have significantly transformed the worship landscape. In this performance-oriented culture, the focus at times shifts from congregationally focused praise to a worship stage production, overshadowing the importance of biblical and authentic worship. This phenomenological case study investigates the lived experiences of worshipers in Augusta, Georgia, focusing on the perceptions of authenticity of worship when pre-recorded music is used. The study involved 15 participants from the Central Savannah River Area, examining their perspectives on authentic …

Modern-Day Idol Worship At Life Changers Church: How It Was Identified And Replaced With True Worship Of God, Franzetta L. Ivy

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This DMIN project ventures to establish and further a ministry design rooted in God’s Word that instructs, equips, and enhances Christian lives. The project offers a structure by which God’s Word can renew and transform people’s minds. The ten-week project intervention utilized a weekly Bible class, interviews, questionnaires, and observations to collect information from seven participants at Life Changers Church. The purpose was to examine the problem of modern-day idol worship and foster motivation, commitment, and reverence for God by applying spiritual awareness through teaching from an intentionally designed worship handbook. This action-based research project endeavored to link the application …

Understanding Millennial Women Worship Leaders’ Perceptions Of Full-Time Ministry Through Their Lived Experiences, Katie Sheree Lenehan

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Millennials are the largest employed generation. Yet, with more women in vocational worship ministry than ever, roadblocks remain for Millennial women seeking to thrive and last in this sphere. There becomes a need to understand the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical challenges uniquely facing the Millennial woman worship leader, for these challenges are not necessarily new but certainly are unique in ferocity and how they present themselves to the Millennial woman. Understanding Millennial women worship leaders’ lived experiences becomes vital in retaining and promoting healthy ministry practices that enable long-term vocational success.

The Blessed Assembly: Irreplaceable Physical Co-Presence In Worship And Healthy Hybridity Reimagined After The Pandemic In The Digital Age, Yvette, Ying Wai Lau

Doctor of Pastoral Music Projects and Theses

Because of the unprecedented and unexpected force of the pandemic since 2020, most churches around the world have experienced some online worship during the lockdown of their cities or the mandated closure of the church buildings. For many people, online worship seems to be an equivalent, if not better, alternative for gathering together—a physical co-presence in worship—even after the pandemic has ended. As necessary and vital as online worship experiences have been for Christians during the pandemic, the witness of the church from Pentecost throughout Christian history indicates that gathered worship in physical spaces is irreplaceable for faith formation and …

Sabbath As A Healing Place: Alleviating Anxiety, Worry, And Depression In Gen. Z, Christopher Stephen

Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

"Sabbath as a Healing Place: Alleviating Anxiety, Worry, and Depression in Generation Z" delves into the restorative capacity of Sabbath observance as a mechanism to reduce anxiety, worry, and depression, within Generation Z. Generation Z's unique socio-cultural landscape is characterized by pervasive digital interconnectedness and significant exposure to multiple global crises. Within this context, observance of the Sabbath provides an opportunity to experience a physical and psychological respite. The research aims to explore the potential of Sabbath observance as a mechanism for alleviating anxiety, worry, and depression among individuals in Generation Z. Nine participants within the Generation Z demographic underwent …

A Religion For The Common Man: A Culturally Subversive Understanding Of Kabir’S Simple State, Wyatt Golden

NEXUS: The Liberty Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

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From The Editor, Angela Mccarthy

Pastoral Liturgy

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10th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 9 June 2024, Joe Tedesco

Pastoral Liturgy

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Full Journal

Pastoral Liturgy

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11th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 16 June 2024, Joe Tedesco

Pastoral Liturgy

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12th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 23 June 2024, Gerard Moore

Pastoral Liturgy

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13th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 30 June 2024, Angela Mccarthy

Pastoral Liturgy

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14th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 7 July 2024, Andrew Doohan

Pastoral Liturgy

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17th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 28 July 2024, Andrew Doohan

Pastoral Liturgy

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19th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 11 August 2024, Anthony Doran

Pastoral Liturgy

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Assumption Of The Blessed Virgin Mary - 15 August 2024, Mary Coloe

Pastoral Liturgy

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20th Sunday In Ordinary Time - 18 August 2024, Anthony Doran

Pastoral Liturgy

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21st Sunday In Ordinary Time - 25 August 2024, Angela Marquis

Pastoral Liturgy

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