Sentences with phrase «denominational hymnals»

The change is now affecting the language of denominational hymnals.

The impact of hymnals and worship books produced in the «80s such as Lutheran Worship (1982) and its late «70s predecessor Lutheran Book of Worship (1978), Hymnal 1982 (Episcopal, music edition, 1985), the Psalter Hymnal (Christian Reformed Church in North America, 1987), Worship (Roman Catholic, third edition, 1986), Rejoice in the Lord (Reformed Church in America, 1985), the United Methodist Hymnal (1989), and similar denominational hymnals has already been significant.

In addition to the denominational hymnals are plans for any number of nondenominational hymnals, together with a proliferation of hymnal supplements intended in some cases to promote hymns not ordinarily found in mainline hymnals.

Twenty years have passed since the first inclusive - language worship resources were published; most North American denominational hymnals or books of worship make some attempt at language revision.

Edith also knows that the pastor is bringing a copy of the new denominational hymnal to the meeting because she believes that it «dresses up» the traditional forms of worship with new «inclusive» language and hymn selection.

This search is most clearly reflected in each new denominational hymnal and worship book as it shapes worship practices and wrestles with what it means to be Methodist, Episcopalian, Lutheran or Reformed in the last decade of the 20th century.

Not exact matches

Three different studies in different denominational traditions show that lament psalms and songs of lament are conspicuously absent in our liturgy, our hymnals, and our worship services.

Most denominational houses have come to rely for that kind of support on staples such as hymnals, service books and curricula which after their initial development produce regular income and require little attention.

After a recent presentation to an editorial committee for a new hymnal, the head of the project told us how startled many of the denominational executives were at the outpouring of response to proposed changes in the language and selection of hymns.