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A History, Current Use, and Future Vision for Vestments in the Church
Leah Van Maaren, 2005, 19 pages.
Summary: The place of special clothing for worship has a long history. This paper surveys the history and gives some contemporary analysis as well as suggestions for future use of official clothing for worship leaders--vestments.


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Anonymous said: This essay was very useful in my theological studies at St. John's College, Nottingham, England. A well presented and thoughtful overview of the issues surrounding their use in worship. Thank You!
Leah Van Maaren said: Thanks for the complement! I'm glad to hear it was of good use outside of my own learning!

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