Rediscovering the Lord's Supper in a local congregation

Joseph Keith Zimmerman

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Rediscovering the Lord's Supper in a local congregation

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Joseph Keith Zimmerman. Rediscovering the Lord's Supper In a Local Congregation. Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/3b9edb99-14b7-4549-a0e3-04f058c25c9f.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

J. K. Zimmerman. Rediscovering the Lord's Supper in a local congregation. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/3b9edb99-14b7-4549-a0e3-04f058c25c9f

Chicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)

Joseph Keith Zimmerman. Rediscovering the Lord's Supper In a Local Congregation. Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/3b9edb99-14b7-4549-a0e3-04f058c25c9f.

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Joseph Keith Zimmerman

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Word and sacrament

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Abstract

This project develops a model through which persons in a local congregation might grow in their understanding and appreciation of the Lord's Supper. Research into the biblical, historical, and theological roots of the sacrament led to the development of a theological framework which featured the primary aspects of remembrance, proclamation, participation, and thanksgiving. This research also contributed to the planning of a study series, sermon series, and worship series which involved the congregation of First United Methodist Church, Moweaqua, Illinois, in a consideration of the sacrament's place in their faith experience. Involvement in the project by this congregation led to a broader understanding of the sacrament, an enhanced experience of it, and a willingness to commune more frequently. The research, sacramental model, project components, and conclusions explored in this paper provide a sound foundation upon which other local congregations can, and should, develop similar efforts to enhance their experience of the Lord's Supper.

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