Josh Cockayne
Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology at Cranmer Hall in Durham, UK, lecturing on mission and evangelism. Co-author of 'Why We Gather: Psychology, Theology and Liturgical Practice'.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 45min
123 Why We Gather: The Neuroscience Behind Corporate Worship (with Dr. Joshua Cockanye)
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Joshua Cockayne, Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology, explores the depths of corporate worship. He challenges the view that worship is mere information transfer or emotional manipulation. Instead, he highlights how joint attention in communal worship shapes spiritual experiences and fosters deep connections. The conversation also dives into attachment theory and cognitive-emotional interplay, emphasizing how collective worship enhances community bonds and individual transformation.
Jun 12, 2025 • 46min
Do You See What I See? Worship, Joint Attention, and Being Human (Cockayne & Salter) Ep. #204
Join theologian Josh Cockayne and developmental psychologist Gideon Salter as they delve into the profound nature of communal worship. They discuss how we are neurologically wired for joint attention and why gathering together is not just a ritual but a crucial aspect of understanding God. From the behavior of infants to the significance of liturgical practices, they challenge the idea of individuality in faith, emphasizing that worship is an embodied, social necessity that enriches our connection with each other and the divine.
