Saturday, January 22, 2005

More Churches Incorporating Arts Into Worship

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/state/la-me-beliefs22jan22,1,5208588.story?coll=la-news-state&ctrack=1&cset=true

[Los Angelos Times] January 22, 2005--In fact, a reformation of sorts has been taking place in Protestant denominations which, unlike Catholic and Orthodox churches, historically have shunned images and other art forms lest they detract from the preaching of God's word. Icons, for example are central to the worship experience in the Orthodox church and are considered "windows to heaven," Dyrness said.

Many Protestant churches are adding dance, drama, music, film clips, banners and artwork. Some worship services are eclectic, blending the traditional, modern and the contemplative.

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