An Intercultural Worship Handbook

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Finally, an "Intercultural Worship Handbook" has arrived! As someone who is involved in the intercultural church conversations, I have been waiting for a handbook like this to recommend to pastors and leaders interested in developing intercultural liturgy and churches. Ian Collinge as an interdenominational, cross-cultural missionary, ethnomusicologist and ethnodoxologist, has provided us with a practical, biblical, theologically relevant resource on intercultural worship." -- Israel Olofinjana "In this very practical book, Ian brings clear thinking, and clear language to matters of cultural identity - a subject that has many pitfalls in speech and practice. He has 'walked the walk', engaging with people of cultures and worldviews very different from his own and offers many helpful examples and suggestions. He sets out 'Routes, Tools and Guideposts' to inspire the reader to press on with their own vision for culturally diverse worship. If you are gripped by such a vision, wrestling with the challenges of intercultural worship, or see that it may await you just around the corner, then this book will be an invaluable companion on the journey - a friend and mentor who has been this way before." -- From the foreword by Graham Kendrick, song writer and worship leader "This Handbook takes us on a journey, giving en route a powerful toolkit towards the goal of intercultural worship. The guide is musically bilingual, informed by the musical languages and cultures of East and West. His compelling voice nudges us forward to take stock of our church's worship - its ethos, music and cultural diversity - giving us resources to do so at every point. Always practical but drawing on knowledge of the bible, culture, liturgy and music, the Handbook offers fresh insights on worship, "heart music," and the impact of race and power on church communities. Its content can help any church embrace more whole-heartedly intercultural worship, making us ever more ready for the vision of worship at the throne of God in Revelation - our ultimate journey's end." -- Warren Beattie "With the exponential rise in migration worldwide, this is a timely discussion for the church. How do we as the Body of Christ welcome each other and extend Godly hospitality to all cultures in authentic and relevant ways through our worship and liturgy? Ian is an excellent guide who leads us patiently on the journey to intercultural worship, helping us anticipate potential pitfalls and also offering encouragement when we face setbacks so we can confidently get back on track. Written in a conversational style that is easy to read and understand, this book offers hope to many who may be overwhelmed by the complex cultural landscape we are in." -- Anne Soh