This year I finally got into a rhythm where I pretty much knew what pre-written elements I was using, so the authors' names could be put into the order of service. So I no longer routinely say things like "let us light our chalice with these words from Fabulous Poet." Unless I change my mind between Thursday (when OOS is printed) and Sunday.
My issue is with laypeople who I ask to offer readings, who instead of just saying this is from "Title" by Esteemed Author, they take it upon themselves to look up the author and do an introduction. Like this: "This is a reading from "Title" by Esteemed Author. Author is known for their works: "Title," "Another Title," and won a prize for "Good Title." They were born in year, and grew up in Sometown, Somestate. I've never heard of them before, but they're best known for =something=."
Seriously, folx. All you need to do is read what's on the page.
Yes. And our challenge (which I think will be addressed soon) is that since COVID we no longer have an order of service (printed or electronic). We rely on the slides to have the names of folks who are at the pulpit, song titles, etc. so there is still no need to name everyone and every component. Thanks for the reminder!
It's why musicians mean it when they ask us not to applaud between movements.
This year I finally got into a rhythm where I pretty much knew what pre-written elements I was using, so the authors' names could be put into the order of service. So I no longer routinely say things like "let us light our chalice with these words from Fabulous Poet." Unless I change my mind between Thursday (when OOS is printed) and Sunday.
My issue is with laypeople who I ask to offer readings, who instead of just saying this is from "Title" by Esteemed Author, they take it upon themselves to look up the author and do an introduction. Like this: "This is a reading from "Title" by Esteemed Author. Author is known for their works: "Title," "Another Title," and won a prize for "Good Title." They were born in year, and grew up in Sometown, Somestate. I've never heard of them before, but they're best known for =something=."
Seriously, folx. All you need to do is read what's on the page.
Yes. And our challenge (which I think will be addressed soon) is that since COVID we no longer have an order of service (printed or electronic). We rely on the slides to have the names of folks who are at the pulpit, song titles, etc. so there is still no need to name everyone and every component. Thanks for the reminder!