WorshipArts Jul Aug Sep 2023

To get the most out of any event, come with expectancy and with open minds and hearts. Don’t expect every aspect to translate to your home church. Expect to encounter more hymns and musical styles that are new, in a condensed amount of time, than would work in the average church. Give worship leaders space to push boundaries. If there are issues with repertoire or aspects of the leader in whatever performance track you choose, work to remain accepting and open. You might be surprised how the Spirit chooses to influence you.

Fellowship member Kathy Ritchie Toole is the Organist at Second Presbyterian Church of Richmond, VA.

Encounter Jesus first appeared in the Mar / Apr 2018 issue of WorshipArts .