David Bell
weekly report #3
01-30-07
Our weekly meeting with Pastor John Sunday I unexpectedly performed in the worship on stage. Pastor John, last minute, had me play the Congos along with the drummer for backup fills. Practice is the night before and if you don't go to practice you can't participate in the Sunday morning worship, but since I had a track meet that night I could not go to practice. when I was up on stage I had a negative attitude, not so much I was mad but that I didn't want to be there because I didn't know the songs, (my church plays a lot go Hymns and I am still learning them) and I think I woke up on the wrong side o the bed that day. But anyways as I was up there I remembered that it does not matter about me it is about helping and serving others. I even though I stood there for some of the songs and pretended I was playing, I knew that I have to have a better attitude because, yes the congregation is watching me, but so is God.
Today at our meeting, Pastor John prayed for us, and then walked us to the sanctuary. He asked us "what about this church would keep you coming again?" (knowing that all three of us call Brook Haven our college church). we all three had different answers: Ben said the atmosphere, Steve said the greeters welcome made him feel good, and I talked about the how much I like the building and being up on the balcony; I am attracted to things like the building and architecture- it just feels home-like to me.
Pastor John told us that the church is not about where it is located, what color it is, how many people attend, who has the best comforted pews, or anything like that, but it is about weather or not the power of the Holy Spirit is evident. Also the two top reason people come to church is for 1) fellowship, and 2) good preaching.
As a result to the situation Sunday morning, I will remember that it is not for me but for the Lord.
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
January 23, 2007
David Bell
Weekly report #2
01-23-07
Sunday night practice, and then my weekly meeting with Pastor Jon.
Sunday night I went really well, Ben and I were the only college-student aged there. I thought that playing the drums was going to be an easy, and practice was going to go smoothly, just like any other time I have played for a church. But t Brook Haven there is more to the worship band then just Drums, Guitar/Bass, and piano, no, they have a whole orchestra. Not really a whole orchestra, but a many Brass instruments and two violins. So that was a twist for me. Anyway it was a good experience for me because the elders liked to talk and made me feel welcomed.
Practice was a little rushed because church is right after, and they just stared practicing the night of, that night. The service went well, before we all went up we prayed for the Pastor and for the congregation.
Today at my meeting with Pastor John he talked about planning, communication, designing, and displaying worship. If I haven't mentioned yet, Pastor John is in charge of all the worship, (maybe that was required to get the worship Pastor, I don't remember) and that it is imperative that we plan ahead, and have good communication. he said that he sends three friendly reminders prior to those who are participating in the worship, for example a member who might be sharing a testimony or singing a special song would get an email, a card in the mail, and a phone call reminding them of there upcoming worship.
As a result I learned to plan ahead and communicate in a positive and effectively way.
Weekly report #2
01-23-07
Sunday night practice, and then my weekly meeting with Pastor Jon.
Sunday night I went really well, Ben and I were the only college-student aged there. I thought that playing the drums was going to be an easy, and practice was going to go smoothly, just like any other time I have played for a church. But t Brook Haven there is more to the worship band then just Drums, Guitar/Bass, and piano, no, they have a whole orchestra. Not really a whole orchestra, but a many Brass instruments and two violins. So that was a twist for me. Anyway it was a good experience for me because the elders liked to talk and made me feel welcomed.
Practice was a little rushed because church is right after, and they just stared practicing the night of, that night. The service went well, before we all went up we prayed for the Pastor and for the congregation.
Today at my meeting with Pastor John he talked about planning, communication, designing, and displaying worship. If I haven't mentioned yet, Pastor John is in charge of all the worship, (maybe that was required to get the worship Pastor, I don't remember) and that it is imperative that we plan ahead, and have good communication. he said that he sends three friendly reminders prior to those who are participating in the worship, for example a member who might be sharing a testimony or singing a special song would get an email, a card in the mail, and a phone call reminding them of there upcoming worship.
As a result I learned to plan ahead and communicate in a positive and effectively way.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
January 16, 2007
David Bell
weekly report #1
01-16-07
Meeting with Pastor Jon. Today Ben and I drove over to Brook Haven Wesleyan and met with Pastor Jon around 9:30, which we will meet him every Tuesday at that day and time. Pastor Jon sat us down in the sanctuary and told us all about his life and where he went to school and how God called him to be in the ministry and work at Brook Haven.
Pastor Jon really opened up to us and shared a lot of insight and I appreciate that a lot because I can open up easier when I know the other was willing. He also questioned us about our life and got to know us.
The meat of our first session was all bout getting to know each other and have a brief overview of what is to be going on in our practicum. Pastor John explained that the best way to succeed is to get ahead and take these things seriously. He encouraged us to take that step and be motivated with a passion. I really absorbed what he said and am excited to start... I will start this Sunday night; we will have practice for night church that night.
Even though it was just a meeting I felt God there with us in the sanctuary. With being in college I am always surrounded by people and distractions, and forget how awesome it is to be in a room surrounded by silence. It reminded me of when I would go backpacking and sit round the bon fire and talk to my friend in nothing but crackling fire. That's just one of those moments for me when I remember God's Presents.
As a result I hve a clear idea of what is expected for me to do in this practicum…
weekly report #1
01-16-07
Meeting with Pastor Jon. Today Ben and I drove over to Brook Haven Wesleyan and met with Pastor Jon around 9:30, which we will meet him every Tuesday at that day and time. Pastor Jon sat us down in the sanctuary and told us all about his life and where he went to school and how God called him to be in the ministry and work at Brook Haven.
Pastor Jon really opened up to us and shared a lot of insight and I appreciate that a lot because I can open up easier when I know the other was willing. He also questioned us about our life and got to know us.
The meat of our first session was all bout getting to know each other and have a brief overview of what is to be going on in our practicum. Pastor John explained that the best way to succeed is to get ahead and take these things seriously. He encouraged us to take that step and be motivated with a passion. I really absorbed what he said and am excited to start... I will start this Sunday night; we will have practice for night church that night.
Even though it was just a meeting I felt God there with us in the sanctuary. With being in college I am always surrounded by people and distractions, and forget how awesome it is to be in a room surrounded by silence. It reminded me of when I would go backpacking and sit round the bon fire and talk to my friend in nothing but crackling fire. That's just one of those moments for me when I remember God's Presents.
As a result I hve a clear idea of what is expected for me to do in this practicum…
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