The opening part of Chapter 5 of Robert Little’s book ‘Re-imagining Preaching and Leading Worship’ (https://theendlessbookcase.com/books/re-imagining-preaching-and-leading-worship/), focuses on the essential preparations for those leading worship services. It emphasises that worship leadership is a significant responsibility, requiring the leader to guide the congregation towards God rather than acting as a mere host. Before the service, leaders should thoroughly research the specific church’s traditions and practices to avoid alienating the congregation. Practical considerations such as service timings, musical arrangements (including potential technology and copyright issues), and the involvement of others in readings or prayers need to be clarified beforehand. The text also stresses the importance of the leader’s geographical orientation, familiarisation with the worship space and technology and connecting with the congregation before the service begins. Furthermore, careful preparation of the service structure, including hymnody that balances theological soundness and ‘singability’ while offering variety, is crucial for a meaningful worship experience.

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Robert Little

Also by Robert Little: “Bob’s Exploratory Theological Adventures”

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