Preaching and Leading Worship

by William H. Willimon

Overview

Worship—the central task of the Christian community—is the focus of this thought-provoking book. William Willimon moves from theological understanding to the practical skills needed for preaching and worship leadership. He offers useful guidelines for conducting public prayer and for celebrating the Lord's Supper and Baptism. Focusing on preaching, he describes how to construct a sermon, deliver it convincingly, and evaluate it. He concludes with valuable suggestions for involving the laity in worship.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664246167
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	01/01/1984
Series:	Pastor's Handbook Series
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

William H. Willimon is the Presiding Bishop of the Birmingham Area of the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church. Recognized as one of the most effective preachers in the English-speaking world, he is the author of several books, including United Methodist Beliefs: A Brief Introduction and The Early Preaching of Karl Barth, both published by WJK.