"In an appealing question and answer format, Senn has given us a catechism of worship that is simple, clear, and practical throughout, with his deep learning and his long experience as a parish pastor abundantly evident. The book is a treasure for all who care about Christian worship."
—Philip Pfatteicher
author of The New Book of Festivals and Commemorations
 
"Combining the skills of ecumenical scholar and experienced Lutheran pastor, Frank Senn has produced a wonderfully useful handbook for Christian liturgy. Pastors and students alike will benefit greatly from his careful and accessible survey of the tradition of Christian worship. The question and answer format should help readers to find needed information quickly."
—John Baldovin
Professor of Historical and Liturgical Theology
Boston College

"Drawing upon his years of experience as a pastor of congregations and a teacher in graduate academic programs, Frank Senn has produced a liturgical primer—a 'pastoral manual'—organized by theoretical and practical questions that shape the content of the book. The ecumenical range of the text, the consideration given to practices in local contexts, and the provision of learning aids, all make this a rich, accessible and helpful study book for classroom or personal use."
—Karen B. Westerfield Tucker
Boston University

Review on Thoughts, Prayers & Songs

Review in Worship

Review in Journal of the Society for Liturgical Study

Review in Lutheran Quarterly