We weren't really late heading out the door, but we were rushing to the car anyway. Making sure the kids were safely buckled into the back, I gave the keys to Virginia and climbed into the passenger seat. She started the car and, pushed in the clutch, slipped the transmission into reverse and backed out of the driveway. Taking out a plain 3X5 card and removing the cap from my pen, I opened the hymnal and began selecting songs for the worship service that would begin in about 20 minutes. After soliciting input from the kids and Virginia... didn't want to miss the opportunity to sing a favorite or two... I jotted down the requisite song numbers. Almost at the building and running out of time, I decided to check with the preacher before settling on a song before his sermon and an invitation song. Then, I could decide on a closing song during the sermon... hopefully finding one that would connect with one of his 3 points. As we locked the car and headed up to the building I began to relax a bit... after all, I was prepared.
I wouldn't say those were the "good old days," but sessions like that were a reality back in the 70s and 80s. My how things have changed... and for the better I believe... when it comes to planning worship. Words like prayer, planning, intentionality, Spirit, emotions, story... each of these has a role in weaving a weekly tapestry in the worship life of our church family. And I believe God uses these times of community worship to mold and shape us after His heart.
For a good chuckle, you might want to check out the link below. My friend, Karen, sent to me this morning. She found it at Worship Forum. Anyway, enjoy...
http://www.songleaderrevolution.com/
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Man! That sure brings up a lot of memories! I also remember having to try and find enough of the right numbers for the song number board up at the front, across from the attendance and contribution board!
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