Maxwell E. Johnson
A History of Christian Psalmody
Preaching & Worship
“Charles Cosgrove has produced here a much-needed definitive study of psalmody used in a variety of settings in early Christian history. Supported by the best in current scholarship on early liturgy and related fields, Cosgrove surveys the use of psalmody in what becomes the divine office, or liturgy of the hours, both cathedral and monastic, as well as domestic settings, feasts and festivals, and both anti-orthodox and anti-heretical processional contexts. This book, rich in theological insight, will have wide appeal for liturgical, biblical, and early Christian studies. At the same time, liturgical musicians will find much in this volume for their own illumination. Mandatory reading for courses in the liturgy of the hours. I highly recommend it.”
“This is a delightful, insightful, and timely book that can and should be used in a variety of settings (parish and other classes in planning Christian burial, counseling with the bereaved, and by pastors). Firmly rooted in the creedal affirmation of 'the resurrection of the body and life everlasting,' this readable study examines traditional (including cremation) and newer more ecologically sensitive manners of burial in affirming and nonjudgmental ways. I highly recommend this book.”
Liturgical Reform after Vatican II
Preaching & Worship
“To those who prefer romantic notions that Eastern Christian Liturgy has not and cannot be reformed or changed, Nicholas Denysenko's work will come as a great challenge. For those who prefer reality over fantasy, however, this study is a welcome contribution to the riches of the Christian East in dialogue with the West on Eastern Christian liturgical reform, renewal, and change rooted in sound historical, theological, and pastoral scholarship. Not to be overlooked are Denysenko's own concrete proposals for the renewal of Byzantine Liturgy at the parish level. This is a wonderful book which merits wide ecumenical attention and study as it demonstrates the mutual influence of East and West in the Liturgical Movement and in subsequent programs of liturgical renewal and change.”
Prayer & Spiritual Formation
“In this wonderful book, Sister Vassa Larin introduces us to the practice of praying the ‘Little’ Hours of Byzantine Daily Prayer, that is, the First (Prime), Third (Terce), Sixth (Sext) and Ninth (None) hours, so often neglected in contemporary usage. More than a beautiful commentary on these particular hours, Larin offers us here a rich theology of the church ‘redeeming the time’ through prayer. This is a must read not only for Orthodox Christians but for all of us.”
Biblical Studies & Commentaries
“Building upon the joint 1992 Hermeneia Commentary on the so-called Apostolic Tradition by Paul Bradshaw, L. Edward Phillips, and me, together with updated scholarship and the addition of the new Ethiopic version by Alessandro Bausi, Bradshaw’s excellent study will surely become the standard English text for students and scholars alike. I welcome its publication and the contribution it will make to the field of liturgical history and to the study of early Christianity in general.”
The Change of Conversion and the Origin of Christendom
History & Biography
“I recommend this book highly to anyone interested not only in the history and theology of Christian initiation, but in the relationship of Christianity and culture throughout the ages.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“A delightfully refreshing, readable, and eminently useful alternative to the sorts of cutesy and sentimental wedding planning guides that flood today's market.”
NOTE: Only includes books currently in our catalog; not necessarily a complete list.
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