A Teaching Hymnal

A Teaching Hymnal: Ecumenical and Evangelical, edited by Clayton J. Schmit and published by Cascade Books, serves as a dual-purpose pedagogical tool for seminaries and Christian higher education. It bridges the gap between musical repertoire and liturgical theory, providing a curated collection of hymns alongside instructional materials for worship leadership. By integrating diverse musical traditions with academic rigor, the text functions as a comprehensive laboratory for students to study the historical, theological, and practical dimensions of corporate worship. The volume is structured to facilitate both classroom study and chapel use, featuring three distinct sections. Beyond the traditional hymnal contents, it includes essential worship resources such as ecumenical creeds, communion liturgies, and baptismal rites. The instructional component is anchored by scholarly essays on the biblical foundations of worship, principles for public prayer, and the mechanics of service planning, making it a foundational resource for developing a sophisticated understanding of evangelical and ecumenical traditions.

Originally published 2018