Catholic
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Liturgical Worship in the Christian Tradition: History, Theology, and Contemporary Practice
Abstract:Liturgical worship, deeply rooted in the practices of the early Church, represents a structured, sacramental, and symbolically rich form of Christian devotion. This paper explores its historical evolution from the apostolic period through the patristic and medieval eras to its modern expression in Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Anglican, and some…
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Contemplative Worship in the Christian Tradition: Silence, Stillness, and the Presence of God
Abstract:Contemplative worship, rooted in early Christian monasticism and mystical theology, offers a form of worship grounded in silence, meditation, and inner attentiveness to the divine presence. Unlike liturgical or charismatic traditions, contemplative worship minimises verbal expression and external activity, focusing instead on spiritual interiority. This paper explores the historical development…
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Sacramental Worship in the Christian Tradition: Mystery, Grace, and the Embodied Presence of God
Abstract:Sacramental worship represents one of the most ancient and theologically rich modes of Christian devotion, characterised by the belief that God communicates grace through material elements such as bread, wine, water, and oil. Rooted in the practices of the early Church and developed through patristic, medieval, and Reformation theology, sacramental…