Author and professor Dr. Robert Webber will explore the themes of new trends in churches in a one-day workshop entitled “Authentic Worship in a Changing World” on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. The fee is $59 for pre-registrants and $79 for walk-ins. Both Laity and church leaders are encouraged to attend.

With today's technology bringing tremendous changes in the way we live, churches are being forced to adapt to this new cultural setting.

“Most churches are trying to delicately balance retaining the heart of the Christian message (content) with the way that message is presented (style),” a spokesperson says. “The same is true with Christian worship: churches are trying to keep God at the center of their worship (content) while experimenting with new methods of worship (style).”

In the workshop, Dr. Webber not only explores principles of authentic God-oriented worship, but also helps churches to build bridges into the changing world.

“In his work as college and seminary professor, Dr. Webber has surveyed many of his classes for worship trends of Generation X,” the spokesperson continued. “ His findings show that Gen X-ers are longing to experience the power and mystery of God—but maybe not in the same way their baby boomer parents have experienced God.”

Registration will begin at 8 a.m. The workshop runs from 8:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., with snacks and lunch provided. Call the Institute for Worship Studies at 630-510-8905 to preregister ($59). Walk-ins are also welcome ($79).

Fayetteville First United Methodist Church is located at 175 East Lanier Ave. in Fayetteville. Call 770-461-4313 for directions to the church.

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