{"product_id":"worshiping-in-season-ecology-and-christ-through-the-liturgical-year-9781538121993","title":"Worshiping in Season: Ecology and Christ through the Liturgical Year","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book suggests that the Christologically constructed liturgical year provides a meaningful framework for ecologically oriented worship, maintaining the Christocentric emphasis of these liturgical seasons while providing an ecological perspective. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 334 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 March 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is common to see liturgical themes and Christological emphases take a backseat when specific issues like \"Earth Sunday\" come up in congregational worship. However, this book proposes that the Christologically constructed liturgical year offers a valuable framework for worship that is environmentally focused. While maintaining the Christocentric emphasis of these liturgical seasons, it will also offer an ecological perspective on these seasons, on Christian worship, and, more broadly, on Christ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe liturgical year, which is based on the cycle of seasons and the life of Christ, provides a structure for worship that is both spiritually rich and environmentally aware. Each season of the liturgical year has its own unique themes and symbols, which can be interpreted in light of ecological concerns. For example, during the season of Advent, which is a time of preparation for the coming of Christ, we can reflect on the importance of stewardship and care for the earth. We can also use the season to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on our planet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimilarly, during the season of Lent, which is a time of repentance and reflection, we can focus on our relationship with the earth and its resources. We can learn to live more sustainably and to reduce our carbon footprint. The season of Easter, which celebrates the resurrection of Christ, can be seen as a symbol of hope for the earth and its inhabitants. We can use this season to celebrate the beauty of the natural world and to commit ourselves to protecting it for future generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to providing a framework for worship, the liturgical year can also help to shape our understanding of Christianity and its relationship with the environment. The Christocentric emphasis of the liturgical year reminds us that our faith is rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, who was himself a lover of nature and a advocate for the poor and marginalized. By incorporating an ecological perspective into our worship, we can deepen our understanding of Christ's message and our role as stewards of the earth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, this book will argue that the Christologically constructed liturgical year provides a meaningful framework for ecologically oriented worship. By maintaining the Christocentric emphasis of these liturgical seasons, we can offer a more comprehensive and holistic approach to worship that is both spiritually fulfilling and environmentally responsible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 485g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 153 x 18 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781538121993\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joseph E., Jr. Bush","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44102293651706,"sku":"9781538121993","price":23.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1648206325008_book.jpg?v=1648225880","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/worshiping-in-season-ecology-and-christ-through-the-liturgical-year-9781538121993","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}