Liturgy and Worship

Prayer and praise of God organised according to formal or informal liturgical patterns is foundational to Christian life and practice today, as it been for generations.

These patterns never stand still; they are influenced by, for example, culture, theology, social, political and intellectual movements. The Christian Liturgy and Worship programme brings together scholars and reflective practitioners for study, professional development and for experiential learning.

This new range of courses for Sarum College is designed to assist ordained and lay ministers to reflect upon and develop their skills in the leadership of worship as well as satisfy the increasing interest of many in the history of Christian worship and its contemporary expressions.

The programme, led by Juliette Day, Director of Liturgical Studies, will include opportunities for formal study leading to post-graduate qualifications, one-day seminars and workshops in pastoral liturgy, and conferences for academics and the general public.

MA in Christian Liturgy

This programme offers students a comprehensive study of all the key aspects of Christian liturgical worship with modules on the Eucharist, initiation, the Christian year, prayer, worship spaces, music and worship. These modules will explore the biblical, theological, historical and contemporary pastoral aspects of each theme and students will be encouraged to pursue their own interests in essays and seminars.

The course is suitable for those who live outside the Salisbury area and even overseas. Students from the Islands (eg, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, etc) are classed as ‘home’ students and do not pay overseas fees.

More information about the MA in Christian Liturgy programme

Pastoral Liturgy Programme

These one-day workshops aim to renew worship in local congregations with opportunities for reflection and learning. Covering a wide range of topics, these days will focus on public worship in diverse ministries to meet the needs of clergy and laity.

More information on the pastoral liturgy programme

Information about research opportunities in liturgy and worship

Pray Without Ceasing

This series offers the opportunity to learn about and experience a particular pattern of Christian prayer. Not quite like a traditional retreat, there will be a mixture of teaching, group activity as well as time for prayer and reflection.

More information about Pray Without Ceasing

Photos by Peter Langdown Photography (bottom two) and Ash Mills (top image, in Salisbury Cathedral)

What's On?

Download a Summer 2010-11 course brochure