The Ritual Movement Three plain sermons preached at St. John the Evangelist's, Hammersmith

"The Ritual Movement" by James Galloway Cowan is a collection of sermons that explores the role of ritual in Christian worship and the essence of honoring God in both spirit and body. Focusing on sermons delivered in the mid-1800s, Cowan looks at the historical importance of traditional practices while advocating for a balanced approach in how people practice their faith. He explores tensions that arose from the Reformation period, and argues for maintaining order and unity in worship, but warns against excessive ritual that can overshadow true devotion. Cowan explains why outward expressions of worship should always lead and point back to the inner, spiritual life.