Worship in African American Church Tradition

1 credits · Divinity School

Clear styles of worship can be recognized among African American Christians. Despite the tremendous amount of interpenetration that has taken place between cultures, distinguishable features remain. This course has as its purpose exploring the morphology and distinctives of worship among African American Christians to probe critically theological interests, cultural sources, and existential factors taken up in liturgical production. The aim of the course is to 'expose' this rich tradition, and to equip those who will plan and lead Christian worship among African Americans with discipline, critical facility, and theological integrity