This last week we let the drums out of the aquarium. Some people loved it while others cringed. I am excited by the discussion. It is like making salsa. If it is too mild, you add some peppers. At some point people begin to sweat and yell, "It's too dang hot." Then you know it is time to back it off. But if you never get it to hot you will never figure out what is just right!
During the week there has been a flurry of emails. The singers, band, and tech team has been discussing volume, bounce, dynamics, placement, and shielding. It has been awesome to follow the high level of participation and engagement by some really sharp people.
This next Sunday evening (8/27/17) I am looking forward to hosting a worship discussion in the Chapel at 5:30 p.m. I am curious to see what thoughts and issues drive the conversation. Over the years I have discussed drums, volume, repetition, lights, hymns, cymbals, ear damage, paid musicians verses volunteers, and the redesign of sacred space. It will be interesting to see where the conversation goes this Sunday.
In the weeks and months ahead I covet your prayers as together we explore worship at FBCD. We have only begun the process of experimenting with the possibilities of worship. There are many boundaries to stretch and discern. I was at a church recently where several thousand young people were taking communion. I got a cracker, and a grape. It was the first time in forty years of taking communion that somebody handed me a grape. It was good! Much better than some of the sour wine and old Welchs I have tasted.
So in the season ahead I covet your prayers, and your patience, as together we explore what God has in store for FBCD. It will be an exciting journey with God sized forks in the road.
Enjoy,
Paul
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