217125 1186 Religion & Spirituality Christianity Christian Church true Tue, 18 Dec 2007 16:54:33 -0800 DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, religion, christian, christianity, church, service, services, etiquette, behavior, behaving, proper, tradition, traditional, funeral, baptism, ceremony How To Attend Christian Services http://www.howcast.com/videos/217125-How-To-Attend-Christian-Services http://www.howcast.com/videos/217125-How-To-Attend-Christian-Services/edit approved 3 tcrehan http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 116 81259 1 0 Step Double-check time & location Double-check the time of the service and the location of the church on the invitation or with someone directly involved with the event.

]]> 81260 2 0 Tip Search the Internet to see if the church has a website with a “frequently asked questions” section for visitors. You’ll at least find a phone number to call if you have questions.

]]> 81261 3 0 Step Ascertain dress code Ascertain the dress code. Some churches hold to traditional “Sunday best,” while others may allow jeans and t-shirts. Remember to be event-appropriate as well, and bear in mind Christian services range from incense and organ music to guitar playing and grape juice.

]]> 81262 4 0 Tip Don’t assume the church has central heat and air conditioning just because their pastor’s gone wireless.

]]> 81263 5 0 Step Find out length of service Find out the length of the service. It could be anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours.

]]> 81264 6 0 Step Communicate w/ ushers When you arrive, the church may have ushers. Tell them if you’d feel more comfortable farther back and close to the aisle.

]]> 81265 7 0 Step Be respectful Gum chewing, snacking, a ringing cell phone, and audible chatter will likely earn you unholy glares. Be respectful.

]]> 81266 8 0 Step Don't get self-conscious On the other hand, don’t get too self-conscious. All the regulars are not staring at you and murmuring to each other. But you can watch them for visual cues on what to do.

]]> 81267 9 0 Step Look for book or program Scan the immediate area. There may be a book or a program available to guide you through the service.

]]> 81268 10 0 Step Look at altar area Look at the altar area toward the front of the church. This is where the focus will be.

]]> 81269 11 0 Step Introduce yourself Many churches ask visitors to introduce themselves. Keep it to your first name and a handshake.

]]> 81270 12 0 Step Sit, stand, and kneel Be prepared to sit, stand, and possibly kneel.

]]> 81271 13 0 Tip If you feel uncomfortable kneeling because it implies belief, you may instead sit quietly.

]]> 81272 14 0 Step Have cash on hand Have some cash on hand if you wish to donate to any collection the church may take up during the service.

]]> 81273 15 0 Tip It is your choice whether or not to contribute a few dollars. Just don’t try to make change from the plate.

]]> 81274 16 0 Step List for announcements Listen for specific announcements, particularly regarding Communion—also called the Eucharist or Lord’s Supper—which is the sharing of special bread and wine. Some churches invite everyone to communion; some, only baptized Christians; and others, only their members. If you are invited to partake, the choice is yours.

]]> 81275 17 0 Tip If it’s not clear whether you’re permitted to receive Communion and you’d like to, ask someone near you or look in the program.

]]> 81276 18 0 Step Pay attention Pay attention. The service will likely consist of prayers, scripture readings, a sermon, music, and ritual action, such as burning incense or pouring water on an infant’s head.

]]> 81277 19 0 Fact Jesus himself never called his followers "Christians"—the word was coined in Antioch, Syria, over four decades after he died.

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