Beyond Dance: Congregational Movement and Gestures in Worship
A conversation with Dr. Kathleen Turner and Julia Start Fletcher about simple postures, gestures, and movement in worship that can open up formative possibilities for congregations.
Psalm 25: Good and Upright
This setting of Psalm 25 was submitted by Yellowhammer Hymns, a musical collaboration based out of Christ Church Presbyterian in Jacksonville, FL. The lyrics were written by Andy Zipf and Chuck Colson; Zipf composed the tune. The interpretation of the psalm considers the Christian’s dependence upon God for deliverance, help, and guidance from a joyous and celebratory perspective. The focus of the interpretation centers on the faithfulness and reliability of our God on whom we call in various forms of trouble, especially the personal and corporate predicament of sin.
Psalm 19: For Baritone and Piano
This setting of Psalm 19 was submitted by composer Delvyn Case and performed by baritone Andrew White. It presents the first half of the psalm in a way that emphasizes a humble response to the glory of God’s creation.
The Lord’s Prayer with Congregational Participation through Movement
Julia Start Fletcher demonstrates two versions of the Lord’s Prayer that incorporates simple and accessible movement for deep participation and formation.
Psalm 22: From Forsaken to Hallelujah
This expression of Psalm 22 was submitted by Ed Willmington, with lyrics by Brianna Wyatt and music by Edwin M. Willmington. The psalm begins in subdued sadness but ends in glorious worship.
Psalm 42 - 43: Hope in God
This setting of Psalms 42 and 43 was written and submitted by Travis Ham and focuses on helping believers answer waves of aching despair with an intentional refocusing on God, the help of our countenance [Ps. 42:11, ASV].
Psalm 23: Shepherd Me
This bilingual setting of Psalm 23 was written, recorded, and submitted by Josh Davis and focuses on the reality of God as pastor/shepherd of our souls.
Simple Movement and Gestures with Congregational Song
Dr. Kathleen Turner demonstrates simple and accessible congregational movement to accompany the song, “Come to Me” by Wendell Kimbrough.
Psalm 148: Praise the LORD
This setting of Psalm 148 was written and submitted by Armenian American composer Tatev Amiryan. It represents a musical interpretation of Psalm 148, “Praise the LORD.”
Psalm 150: Psalm 150 for Unaccompanied Flute
This setting of Psalm 150 was submitted by composer Delvyn Case and performed by Elizabeth Ostling. It explores the mystical connection between breath, life, music, and praise as described in the psalm.
Psalm 148: Let All the Heavens
This expression of Psalm 148 was submitted by Ed Willmington, who wrote it with Clayton J. Schmit. The nature of Psalm 148 is total exuberance as all of nature offers praise to God.
Psalm 117: Praise the Lord, All You Nations
This is a multilingual setting of Psalm 117 submitted by Paul Neeley. It was composed by Paul Neeley and Josh Davis.