{"product_id":"9781594733949","title":"The Art of Public Prayer (2nd Edition): Not for Clergy Only","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA resource for worshipers today looking to change hardened worship patterns\u003cbr\u003ethat stand in the way of everyday spirituality.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll too often, those who attend church or synagogue find themselves bored or baffled by the service. Their predominant thought is how slowly the time ticks by—and that the service never seems to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for laypeople and clergy of any denomination, \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Public Prayer\u003c\/em\u003e examines how and why religious ritual works—and why it often doesn't work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Public Prayer\u003c\/em\u003e uses psychology, social science, theology and common sense to explain the key roles played by ritual, symbolism, liturgy and song in services. Each chapter features \"conversation points\" designed to get you and your faith community thinking and talking about your own worship patterns—where they succeed, and where they need improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Public Prayer\u003c\/em\u003e can help you and your fellow congregants revitalize your worship service by allowing you to organize and direct your own worship, making it a meaningful and fulfilling part of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turner Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47176689090800,"sku":"9781594733949","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781594733949_p0.jpg?v=1763810610","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781594733949","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}