45 min total, sermon only 15 minutes maximum. Folks lose focus after that. My homiletics instructor, an old monk, always stressed that 10 minutes was a bit short and 20 was too long. That and: "always tailor your homily to the audience and situation. There are situations where even a 5 minute sermon is too long". I'll be offering a Latin Rite (Western Rite) Orthodox service where folks of all denominations are welcome and open communion regardless of sect, communion of Christians, breaking bread as commanded by Christ, to "Do this in memory of Me".
Morning services at 8AM each day for those who wish to attend? Max half hour service? I am open to suggestion! Even an evening service if that is preferable and would work with the schedule.
Maybe by next month give me a few sentences on what you will offer and at what times if enough interest. Two months notice is when I like to have as much as possible listed. Thanks.
Pencil in the wife and I please Brock ...
ReplyDeleteGood deal and look forward to meeting y'all.
DeleteSame here! Enough space to set up a Sunday service for those interested?
DeleteThat would be delightful. 11 A.M.? Thanks.
Delete11 AM works well, gives everyone enough time to be fully awake for my sermon :)
ReplyDelete:) How long for the schedule?
Delete45 min total, sermon only 15 minutes maximum. Folks lose focus after that. My homiletics instructor, an old monk, always stressed that 10 minutes was a bit short and 20 was too long. That and: "always tailor your homily to the audience and situation. There are situations where even a 5 minute sermon is too long". I'll be offering a Latin Rite (Western Rite) Orthodox service where folks of all denominations are welcome and open communion regardless of sect, communion of Christians, breaking bread as commanded by Christ, to "Do this in memory of Me".
ReplyDeleteI was just thinking that most people leave Sunday morning, so I'm not sure but it might be better to offer something another time.
DeleteMorning services at 8AM each day for those who wish to attend? Max half hour service? I am open to suggestion! Even an evening service if that is preferable and would work with the schedule.
ReplyDeleteMaybe by next month give me a few sentences on what you will offer and at what times if enough interest. Two months notice is when I like to have as much as possible listed. Thanks.
DeleteThank you Brock!
ReplyDeleteCertainly.
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