Offered: Residential and Online
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- WRSP
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- 2026
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95 courses with the subject WRSP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Offered: Residential and Online
Offered: Residential and Online
Designed to provide an understanding of worship in the local church and para-church ministries, this course is an overview of the need for theologically sound, biblically-based worship in the evangelical church. Emphasis is given to the reason the church worships, the impact of Old and New Testament worship, the relationship between music and worship, the principles for biblical worship, the task of discipling worshipers, principles of evangelism through worship, and the use of worship in promoting the mission and purpose of the local church.
This course is an introductory study of common technologies used in worship ministry. Application is made to lighting design, audio and video production, presentation software, staging, planning tools, and a variety of multi-media possibilities.
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 104 (may be taken concurrently)
This course presents principles of Old and New Testament Worship. Included is a discussion of pre-tabernacle, tabernacle, temple, and synagogue worship. An overview of how Jesus, the disciples, and the early Christians worshipped is made in light of how believers will practice Worship in eternity.
Prerequisite: WRSP 203
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 203 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 106 and WRSP 205
This is an instrumental ensemble that provides students opportunity to experience and perform the various styles of music used in a worship program of a large evangelical worship ministry. The ensemble usually includes rhythm section, wind, brass, strung and percussion instruments. On occasion, the group may include vocals. A primary function of the group is to provide accompaniment to the choral ensembles in the Department of Worship and Music Studies.
The Gospel Choir is a 25-member choir representing the diverse African American Worship Traditions through music and ministry. The ensemble serves in an official public relations capacity for the University and Center for Worship. The Gospel Choir generally participates in annual music events, weekly convocations, TRBC worship services, Liberty University fundraising events and an annual spring tour. The singing group participates in annual missions ministry during the course of each academic calendar. The Gospel Choir is approved for credit toward the worship and music studies degree.
An auditioned guitar ensemble specializing in the study of jazz or classical music. Reading and musical interpretation or rhythms and notation are stressed. Improvisational and accompaniment skills are developed. The ensemble performs on campus once each semester.
This is a large ensemble providing students opportunity to experience the various styles of music used in the choral program of a large worship ministry: Black Gospel, traditional gospel, worship and praise, scripture song, sacred classic, Southern Gospel, and more. The choir will participate in an annual spring tour.
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 106 and WRSP 203 and WRSP 204 and WRSP 205 and WRSP 206
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 106 and WRSP 203 and WRSP 204 and WRSP 205 and WRSP 206 and WRSP 302
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 106 and WRSP 203 and WRSP 205 and WRSP 206 and WRSP 330
Prerequisite: WRSP 320
Prerequisite: WRSP 311 and WRSP 321
Prerequisite: WRSP 105 and WRSP 103 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 106
This course invites students to develop a philosophy of worship through a survey of historical and contemporary worship practices. Beginning with the biblical foundations of worship, the course moves chronologically through the Middle Ages, Reformation, Revival Movement, Great Awakenings, and more recent Evangelical worship practices up to the present day. Concurrently, students will encounter and evaluate modern-day approaches to worship, which will serve as models for their own philosophical approaches.
Prerequisite: WRSP 320
Prerequisite: WRSP 103 and WRSP 104 and WRSP 105 and WRSP 106 and WRSP 203
Prerequisite: WRSP 372
Prerequisite: WRSP 334 and WRSP 373
Prerequisite: WRSP 101
Foundational principles for the discipleship of Christian artists and songwriters. Students define their pursuit for an identity and significance, ministry, relationships, excellence, integrity, and disciplined living. In addition, students study creativity and art, journaling, developing communication skills, musicianship as applied to the contemporary Christian music industry.
Continuation of WRSP 285.
Continuation of WRSP 286.
Continuation of WRSP 287.
A continuation of WRSP 289
Prerequisite: WRSP 302 and WRSP 303
This is a study of the biblical purposes and mandate for worship according to the principles of Romans 12:1-21. The study of worship is viewed in light of a lifestyle of worship.
This worship course examines several cultural challenges and biblical solutions to 21st-century evangelical worship.
This is a study of the worship leader's role in congregational worship practices within evangelical traditions. Key areas of interest include the reason the church worships corporately in local congregations, hindrances to corporate worship, understanding the congregation's worship language, the various responsibilities of the worship leader in relation to the congregation and worship team, and the essential elements of a corporate worship service.
This course explores biblical principles of relationships as they relate to the roles of a worship leader. The course will help students to deepen their personal walk with God and family while gaining practical skills for building strong, collaborative ministry teams.
Prerequisite: WRSP 102
Prerequisite: WRSP 410 and WRSP 420 and WRSP 430 and WRSP 440
Practical experiences for the worship leader in training in small mixed instrumental/vocal ensembles common in contemporary worship settings. These experiences are supervised by qualified faculty.
Offered: Residential and Online
Prerequisite: WRSP 421
This course provides an overview of worship studies. Emphasis is given to principles of worship, history and theology of worship through the Old and New Testament and leadership skills necessary for worship leaders.
This is a study of the history of worship music from the early church through the modern period. Emphasis is given to changes in worship practices resulting from the Reformation, the Great Awakenings, revival moments, large evangelistic crusades of the 1940s and 1950s, Jesus Movement, Praise and Worship Movement and Modern Worship.
A study of the principles of worship as found in the Old and New Testaments. Includes study of the Tabernacle as a model of worship, worship in the lives of biblical characters, and the biblical roots of worship practices developed by the early church.
A study of the many responsibilities and roles required for effective spiritual leadership and ministerial effectiveness as a worship leader in the local church. In particular, roles related to pastoral leadership, ministerial relationships, organizational development, theological perspective, and spiritual devotion are included.
A study of the characteristics and responsibilities of a good leader as they relate to the worship leader. Planning, organizing, staff development, and decision-making are topics of consideration.
A study of the current trends and issues related to worship. Consideration is given to various worship models, worship evangelism, and church worship in transition.
Many churches in the United States often embrace one dimension of worship and are unprepared for the opportunities globalization offers. This course explores the impact of globalization on worship within the United States in the 21st century. The centerpiece of the course is an exploration of multicultural worship practices and experiences.
This is a course that looks at the various roles the worship leader holds within the mandates of the overall church mission. Consideration is given to the worship leader's relationship to the local church education and discipleship programs, missions and evangelism outreach ministries, preaching and teaching ministries, women's and men's ministries, children, youth and young adult ministries, and creative arts ministries.
This course deals with a biblical approach to spiritual formation for leading African American worship. Included in this study are practical lessons related to God's mandate for worship, African American spiritual life, spiritual disciplines, and the relationship between music and spiritual formation.
This course focuses on the cultural, social, inter-generational, and ecclesiastical issues surrounding worship in the black church community. Issues include but are not limited to social norms and values, intergenerational relationships, reconciliation and multiculturalism, role of the worship leader and the family, and the diverse issues in the worshiping community.
This course is a study of the purpose and practice of a theology of worship in the local church. The study is divided into two parts: 1) the understanding and discovery of a biblical theology of worship and music that is biblically-rooted, Christ-centered, and gospel-focused; and, 2) practical application of that theology in a local church setting. Students develop a personal theology for application as a worship practitioner for both corporate and continuous worship.
This course deals with principles for team building in the African American worship tradition. Studies include but are not limited to: working as a pastor/worship leader team, organizational management, conflict resolution, people skills, and personnel management.
This is a study of the relationship between the pastor and worship leader in a local church. Emphasis is given to leadership models for team building and staff management, leadership responsibilities towards the gospel ministry, and the biblical role of the pastor as the worship leader of the congregation.
Prerequisite: GRST 500 or Worship Stud Grad WritingAssmt with a score of 76
This course documents the history of African American worship through the Black experience, from the 17th Century to the present. Included in this study is an examination of the development of the African American church and the influential role of preaching, praying, and music in African American worship.
Resident Prerequisite: WMUS 692 (may be taken concurrently)
Prerequisite: WRSP 689 (may be taken concurrently)
Designed for the advanced student in good standing who has demonstrated an ability to work independently. The student will work with the instructor in developing a proposal for guided research in a specified area of worship.
This course focuses on advanced worship practice within the evangelical and local church community. Student and faculty will work together to develop and tailor assignments to each student's individual preference, professional goals, and objectives for future practice as a worship leader. A major project illustrating the student's ability to apply learned theory to the practical outcomes of a local church is expected.
. Offered: Residential
Prerequisite: WMUS 692
A study of the historical and cultural influences on Christian Worship from Old and New Testament practice, and a survey of the development of Christian worship from the Patristic era through modern worship practice. Particular emphasis is placed on the development of worship order (i.e. liturgy) and corporate worship practices.
This course introduces students to doctoral education in worship and the requirements for a Ph.D. in Christian Worship. Critical thinking skills, scholarly writing, and empirical research are discussed to equip students for success in the doctoral program.
A comprehensive survey of the Biblical texts that lay the foundation for Christian Worship. Special attention is given to the integration of Biblical worship models within present-day worship practice for both evaluation and alignment.
An examination of how different cultures practice worship. Students investigate how worship both influences and is influenced by life as lived within a cultural community or specific ethnic group. Application is made to the role of various art forms (i.e. music, dance, drama, video, visuals, storytelling) have in the proclamation of the gospel and celebration of the Eucharist event.
An exploration of the practical integration of multicultural and cross-cultural worship practice within the church. Particular application is made to the worship practice in today's increasingly multi-cultural congregations.
A comprehensive survey of the practice and materials related to congregational singing in the church from Biblical times to today. Special emphasis is given to key authors, composers, and hymn/song compilers and their songs.
A survey and development of a Biblical theology of worship practice for the broader Evangelical church community. Particular emphasis is given to developing a gospel- focused pedagogical strategy for teaching worship theology as a worship practitioner.
An exploration of the current trends and transitions related to leadership, music, worship, and culture, and their influence on the church today.
A philosophical study of the use and function of music in the worship practice of the local church. Particular emphasis is given to the goals, motivations, responsibilities, parameters, and aesthetics of music in the evangelical church community.
An in-depth look at individual spiritual growth, development, and spiritual formation through private worship and the pursuit of Biblical spirituality. Particular application is made to the connection between a personal worship life and public worship leadership.
A survey of the process of the planning, preparation, administration, and leadership of corporate worship in the local church setting. Particular emphasis is given to the tools and resources available for worship planning today.
This course prepares students to start the Applied Research Project. It focuses on identifying a problem or practice to improve within a specific church or worship ministry. Key components include formulating a central research question, beginning a review of related literature, and selecting three methods for data collection.
Prerequisite: WRSP 880
Prerequisite: WRSP 880 or WRSP 888
Prerequisite: WRSP 889 (may be taken concurrently)
Designed for the advanced student in good standing who has demonstrated an ability to work independently. This course should/can only be used if a student lacks a seminar for graduation and the needed seminar is not offered in their last semester. If approved, the student will work with the instructor in developing a proposal for guided research in a specific area.
An intensive study in a specific subject of worship studies. This course allows variation in the approach and content of the regular curriculum and often will be used by visiting professors.
This course is a written and oral examination that serves as a culminating assessment for the Doctor of Worship Studies. The comprehensive exam will be based on the content of courses taken in the Doctor of Worship Studies program.
Prerequisite: WRSP 805
Prerequisite: WRSP 805
Prerequisite: WRSP 915 or WRSP 917
Prerequisite: WRSP 987
Prerequisite: WRSP 988
Prerequisite: WRSP 989 (may be taken concurrently)
This course focuses on a study of worship practices in the evangelical community in the 21st century and investigates current tools being used within worship ministries for leading a vocal team, choir, band, media, and tech ministry. The pedagogical aspect of this course encourages students to process and share learned information.
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