Part of the blessing and joy of participating in a worshiping community is found in the various ministries that community extends to each of its members. When the church gathers for worship, Christ's love is extended; pastoral care is demonstrated; the truth of God's Word is taught; and personal spirituality is directed. While each of these ministries finds its appropriate expression outside of public worship-in church education sessions and pastoral care ministries, for example-corporate worship...
Â
The rest of this article is available with your subscription.