Worship Wars: Exploring Music, Ministry, and More with Rev. Dr. Jim Marriott

Jim Marriott, a committed musician, theologian, and pastor passionately reminisces about his lifelong journey with music and ministry. He shares about his childhood surrounded by church musicians, his love for the organ, and how his role as a director of music arts at Concordia Seminary was influenced by his work as a parish musician.

Intrigued by the 'worship wars'? We delve into Jim's exploration of this complex issue during his PhD program in liturgical theology. He enlightens us about the role of culture and music in Christian worship and the need to focus on Word and Sacraments. With Jim’s guidance, we navigate the complexities of cultural influences on worship music, challenge the false assumptions of Western society regarding the sacred and the secular, and underline the importance of understanding cultural influences on particular practices.

Tying it all together, we discuss the challenging yet rewarding journey of Jim from Concordia Seminary to Concordia Texas and the relationship breakdown between Concordia University System and the leadership of Synod and Concordia Texas. We also celebrate the diversity in worship, the importance of Lutheran songwriters, and the work of The Center for Worship Leadership and the Worship Arts Leader Initiative. Don't miss this riveting conversation with Jim, as he shares his insights into the complexities of church governance, his role as an associate pastor at Faith Lutheran Church, and his vantage point on the Synod Convention.

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