I've been working with live sound now for about 10 years - and while I don't claim to know much, I have learned TONS from listening, watching, asking questions and reading great articles like this one:
posted by Alex McLean @ 11:00 PM
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by Ken Johnson 18 Jul 2006
Second of two parts
Dear Don:
While not all churches need a praise band, to draw younger people a church needs to have contemporary touches. This can include such steps as:
* Getting the choir into the sanctuary, next to people, and out of their robes.
* Getting the pastor out from behind the pulpit and even out of his or her vestments.
* Using liturgy that is modern and up to date.
* Using Scripture in the language of modern-day people.
* Using hymns with lyrics that speak to the people. While I love old hymns, your selections should speak to modern congregants.
* Moving people closer together. If necessary, block off the back pews. The church needs to be a close-knit community.
* Have a joyful service. This key element is missing in 100 percent of dying churches. I do understand why. It has to be frustrating to see a sanctuary one-fourth full, with most of the people in their 70’s and 80’s.
* Include laughter in your service.
* Make your services interactive—get the congregation involved in more than just responsive readings and hymns.
posted by Alex McLean @ 12:20 PM
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Well this will be my first post ever. I spend alot of time reading and searching through the internet for job related information, learning and graphics. I come across some great stuff so I thought I would join ranks and start a blog to document this journey.
posted by Alex McLean @ 11:03 AM
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I am blessed to be a husband and father, which defines my life - I am a Christian which gives me hope and passion, and I am a pastor which challenges me and allows me to do what I love.
