The Liturgy Guys S1 Episode 11 | Rites and Wrongs
Aug 24, 2016
Exploring liturgical diversity and inculturation within the church; the relationship between faith and human culture; the role of symbols and signs in religious practices; embracing cultural diversity while sharing knowledge; the cultural diversity and meaning of dance in liturgy.
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One Mystery, Many Liturgical Flavors
- The mystery of Christ cannot be fully expressed in a single liturgical tradition.
- Different cultures cultivate the one mystery into legitimate, diverse liturgical flavors.
Diversity Strengthens The Whole
- No single culture can capture the fullness of worship any more than one wine captures all flavors.
- Diverse rites strengthen one another by emphasizing different aspects of Christian life.
Village Morning Ritual And Waiting For The Priest
- A priest described African village life where everyone checks closed doors each morning for the sick or dead.
- The villagers gather in the square waiting for the priest, singing when his car appears like a joyful procession.