A Watered Garden: Christian Worship and Earth's Ecology

Worship Matters

by Benjamin M. Stewart

This book begins with the classic, ecumenically held patterns of Christian worship and explores them for their deep connections to ecological wisdom, for their sacramental approaches to creation, and for a renewed relationship to the earth now itself in need of God's healing. The Worship Matters Studies Series examines key worship issues through studies by pastors, musicians, and lay people from throughout the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Features Informal and insightful writing for all readers Study questions at the end of every chapter Examines vital issues in weekly worship Helps leaders and congregants understand and experience worship more richly

Genres: Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2011

Reviews

[Katie Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this little book, particularly how it focuses on centering ecology in christian ritual.

[Jeffrey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this for my HOPE CSA group.

A short fairly easy to read book. Less than 100 pages.

Good short pieces, but nothing overly exciting. Many of the pieces relating to worship are short and not deep enough for me.

The section on Advent (all 4 pages) did include some helpful insights - especially if you live in the northern part of the country as the author does. The shorten days and long nights and their part of Advent was a good connection.