Discover the Beauty, Depth, and Mystery of Christian Worship
In Our Ceremony of Love, Steve Shoemaker invites readers into a profound exploration of Christian worship as an embodied act of love. Drawing from decades of pastoral leadership and deep engagement with worship traditions, Shoemaker weaves theology, history, and practical insight into a compelling portrait of what it means to worship “in spirit and in truth.”
Accessible yet rich in spiritual wisdom, this book is ideal for ministers, worship leaders, musicians, students, and congregants who long to plan and participate in worship that is theologically grounded, emotionally honest, and spiritually alive.
Whether you lead worship or simply love it, this book will rekindle your imagination and deepen your experience.
Dr. H. Stephen Shoemaker is a pastor, author, and teacher who has served over fifty years as pastor of six churches, including Crescent Hill Baptist Church (Louisville); Broadway Baptist Church (Ft. Worth); and Myers Park Baptist Church (Charlotte).He has lectured widely and is the author of ten books. The meaning and practice of Christian worship has been at the heart of his ministry throughout the years.
If I could only give one book to a worship leader, I would present them with Our Ceremony of Love. This is the work of a theologian-pastor-musician who understands the relentless rhythms of weekly worship. Most books on worship are written by academics who write about theory or clergy/musicians who write about practice. Stephen Shoemaker bridges these perspectives, weaving a tapestry of theology and practice of worship, diving into the why and the how of worship.
—Doug Haney Executive Director Polyphony Music Resources
It is startling that we Christians so seldom pay attention to the treasures in our own worship. Here Steve Shoemaker revitalizes our attention for a new day. His writing is a conversation between saints living and dead for the sake of those yet unborn. It is ecumenical in the best sense—picking up treasures wherever God has left them for us. Books don’t frequently make me want to worship, but this one did.
—Jason Byassee Senior Minister Timothy Eaton Memorial Church in Toronto, Ontario
Discover the Beauty, Depth, and Mystery of Christian Worship
In Our Ceremony of Love, Steve Shoemaker invites readers into a profound exploration of Christian worship as an embodied act of love. Drawing from decades of pastoral leadership and deep engagement with worship traditions, Shoemaker weaves theology, history, and practical insight into a compelling portrait of what it means to worship “in spirit and in truth.”
Accessible yet rich in spiritual wisdom, this book is ideal for ministers, worship leaders, musicians, students, and congregants who long to plan and participate in worship that is theologically grounded, emotionally honest, and spiritually alive.
Whether you lead worship or simply love it, this book will rekindle your imagination and deepen your experience.
Dr. H. Stephen Shoemaker is a pastor, author, and teacher who has served over fifty years as pastor of six churches, including Crescent Hill Baptist Church (Louisville); Broadway Baptist Church (Ft. Worth); and Myers Park Baptist Church (Charlotte).He has lectured widely and is the author of ten books. The meaning and practice of Christian worship has been at the heart of his ministry throughout the years.
If I could only give one book to a worship leader, I would present them with Our Ceremony of Love. This is the work of a theologian-pastor-musician who understands the relentless rhythms of weekly worship. Most books on worship are written by academics who write about theory or clergy/musicians who write about practice. Stephen Shoemaker bridges these perspectives, weaving a tapestry of theology and practice of worship, diving into the why and the how of worship.
—Doug Haney Executive Director Polyphony Music Resources
It is startling that we Christians so seldom pay attention to the treasures in our own worship. Here Steve Shoemaker revitalizes our attention for a new day. His writing is a conversation between saints living and dead for the sake of those yet unborn. It is ecumenical in the best sense—picking up treasures wherever God has left them for us. Books don’t frequently make me want to worship, but this one did.
—Jason Byassee Senior Minister Timothy Eaton Memorial Church in Toronto, Ontario
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