REBIRTH: Singing Death, Singing Life

C. Michael Hawn, FHS, Sponsor

In the words of Carlton R. Young, FHS, everything that came out of the mouth of British theologian and musician, Erik Routley, was unique and important. In the fast-paced expansion of worship music and hymns from the 1960s through the 1980s, Routley was one of the main drivers. His conception of artistry in worship, coupled with practical ideas for application, gave sound confidence to the modern congregations and assemblies. It was the President of PTS, the Rev. Dr. James I McCord, who convinced Routley to leave England and take up residence in the US to better spread his profound and compelling perspective. Routley's prophetic foresight can give the challenges of contemporary churches support and guidance towards a rebirth of singing congregations.