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Lyrics and Liturgy for a Conscious Church
By Susan Jones
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A rich collection of original lyrics and liturgy designed to support inclusive, progressive, and conscious Christian worship.
This is a valuable resource for worship leaders, ministers, and congregations seeking:
- Thoughtfully crafted lyrics and liturgies for progressive Christian worship
- Inclusive and transformative language that resonates with modern faith communities
- Themes of justice, compassion, and spiritual growth woven into worship materials
- Ready-to-use resources for Sunday services, special occasions, and personal reflection
- A bridge between traditional liturgy and contemporary expressions of faith
- Worship elements that honour faith journeys without rigid theological constraints
- Inspiration to deepen collective and personal spiritual experience
Features
- Original hymns, prayers, and liturgical texts for various settings
- Responsive readings and call-to-worship scripts
- Theological reflection on conscious and inclusive worship
- Practical suggestions for integrating new liturgies into existing services
- Accessible language that welcomes diverse faith perspectives
Soft cover 158pp, 6″ x 9″
ISBN: 9781988572925
Philip Garside Publishing (2022)
11 in stock 13 February 2025
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In Progressing the Journey, Susan Jones offers a powerful collection of original lyrics and liturgies that speak to the evolving nature of faith and worship.
Rooted in an inclusive and conscious approach to Christianity, this book is designed for church ministers, worship leaders, and congregations seeking meaningful, progressive expressions of faith.
This book provides a fresh, accessible resource for shaping services that reflect contemporary spiritual and social concerns.
The hymns and liturgies in this collection embrace themes of justice, compassion, transformation, and inclusivity – offering new words and prayers for those committed to worship that is both deeply spiritual and socially engaged.
More than just a collection of worship materials, Progressing the Journey offers insights into the role of conscious worship in today’s world.
Jones encourages worshippers to step beyond tradition where necessary, crafting services that resonate with today’s faith seekers while remaining connected to the rich heritage of Christian spirituality.
Whether used in Sunday services, small-group settings, or personal reflection, this book provides an essential toolkit for anyone committed to thoughtful, inclusive, and transformative worship.
About the Author
Susan Jones is a seasoned liturgist, theologian, and worship leader with a passion for progressive Christian worship. Drawing on years of experience crafting inclusive and conscious liturgies, she brings fresh language and thoughtful insight to the evolving landscape of faith communities.
Contents
- Introduction: Worship in a Conscious Church
- Section 1: New Lyrics for a Changing Church
- Songs of Welcome and Inclusion
- Hymns for Justice and Compassion
- Lament and Hope in Worship
- Section 2: Liturgies for Modern Faith
- Calls to Worship and Prayers of Gathering
- Responsive Readings and Benedictions
- Seasonal Liturgies for Advent, Easter, and Beyond
- Section 3: Integrating Conscious Worship
- Practical Applications for Worship Leaders
- Adapting Traditional Services for a Progressive Context
- Theological Reflections on Inclusive Worship Click here to: Order sets of 44 PowerPoint slides with the text of the hymns
• • • Praise for Progressing the Journey
Review by Rev David Poultney in Touchstone October 2022
“Susan Jones is a Presbyterian minister who brings to her ministry the gifts of poetry and musical composition. This book offers us both lyrics and liturgies. Like anyone who writes resources such as these, she writes from a perspective, a particular understanding. Jones clearly owns her position as theologically progressive.
Her progressivism influences her writing and composition. The clarity of her position and how it is expressed may inform our choices about whether or not to buy this book. We so often read only the theology and commentary w