Preaching Baptism: Incorporating Baptismal Values into Weekly Liturgy

Preaching Baptism is a guide to reinforcing baptismal values in the weekly liturgy, from the pulpit, and other teaching moments, offering guidance to clergy to keep baptismal vocation at the core of every Sunday's sermon.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 03 August 2023
Publisher: Church Publishing Inc

Although the sacrament of baptism is central to Christian experience, it is usually only discussed in many churches when a baptism happens to be occurring. In Preaching Baptism, priest and noted preacher James Bradley Shumard identifies ways to reinforce baptismal values in the weekly liturgy, from the pulpit in sermons, as well as from other teaching moments in the liturgy. Including chapters on preaching about baptism across the church year, connecting the lectionary to baptism, baptismal vows, and more, this volume offers guidance to clergy in keeping baptismal vocation at the core in every Sunday's sermon.

The sacrament of baptism holds immense significance in the Christian faith, yet it often receives limited attention in many churches unless a baptism is taking place. In his book Preaching Baptism, Reverend James Bradley Shumard, a priest and renowned preacher, aims to address this issue by providing valuable insights on how to reinforce baptismal values within the weekly liturgy. Through his teachings, Shumard encourages clergy to incorporate baptismal themes into their sermons, leveraging the pulpit as a powerful platform to convey these important messages. Moreover, he emphasizes the importance of integrating baptismal themes into various teaching moments throughout the liturgy, ensuring that the significance of baptism is consistently emphasized.

Preaching Baptism is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of preaching about baptism throughout the church year. These chapters provide practical guidance for clergy on how to connect the lectionary to baptism, explore baptismal vows, and discuss the significance of baptism in the lives of individuals and the broader church community. By incorporating these chapters into their sermons, clergy can effectively communicate the power and significance of baptism, helping congregants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of this sacrament.

In conclusion, Preaching Baptism is a valuable resource for clergy seeking to enhance their preaching skills and promote the importance of baptism within their congregations. By providing insights on how to reinforce baptismal values in the weekly liturgy, connecting the lectionary to baptism, and discussing various baptismal themes, Reverend James Bradley Shumard helps clergy to keep baptismal vocation at the core of every Sunday's sermon. This book is a must-read for clergy who want to inspire and educate their congregants about the significance of baptism in their faith journey.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781640656369