Sacred Movement: A Journey Through Scripture and Liturgical Dance

Sacred Movement: A Journey Through Scripture and Liturgical Dance

This workshop provides a holistic experience that combines scripture study with the art of liturgical dance, allowing participants to connect their faith to movement in a meaningful and transformative way. Participants will delve into the biblical and spiritual foundations of liturgical dance, explore gestures and movements inspired by scripture, and collaborate to create their own worship-based choreography. Through reflection, prayer, and creative expression, this workshop aims to deepen spiritual connections and provide tools for incorporating liturgical dance into personal worship or ministry.

Info: Opening prayer and group introductions.
Discussion: The biblical roots of liturgical dance (e.g., Psalm 149:3, 2 Samuel 6:14).
Warm-up: Connecting breath, movement, and prayer.

Info: Learn key gestures and symbolic movements (e.g., movements for praise, surrender, victory, and intercession).
Explore selected scriptures that inspire liturgical themes (e.g., joy, healing, faith, gratitude).
Break into small groups to discuss scripture and brainstorm movement interpretations.

Info: Small groups create short dances inspired by scripture.
Guidance on spacing, transitions, and storytelling through movement.

Info: Groups present their choreographies to the larger group.
Group reflection: How did scripture influence your movement? What did you experience spiritually?
Cool down with prayer and meditative movement.

Host or Publisher Ebenezer Baptist Church