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In this update to her 1993 classic, African American Christian Worship, Melva Wilson Costen, again delights her reader with a lively history and theology of the African American worship experience. Drawing upon careful scholarship and engaging stories, Dr. Costen details the global impact on African American worship by media, technology, and new musical styles. She expands her discussion of ritual practices in African communities and clarifies some of the ritual use of music in worship. In keeping with recent congregational practices, Dr. Costen will also provide general orders of...

Melva Wilson Costen examines various genres of music used in African American worship and current practices and emerging trends in music ministry in African American churches. In addition, she explores the use of global songs by African American congregations and provides suggestions to worship planners for listening for the Holy Spirit as they prepare for worship.

When in the house of God, be certain that you are doing nothing that could prevent others from having a meaningful worship experience; one that is free from unnecessary distractions and annoyances. ****** Never forget that you have the capacity to shape a person's attitude and even their future by what they may witness in your behavior and attitude while in church. What others see in you could very well be what drives them from or draws them to their designated place of worship. ****** Display the kind of behaviors and attitudes that will make worshippers want to come back and bring others....