On November 17, 2023, the Preaching Contact Persons from the USA Dominican Communities shared pointers they suggest make preaching events memorable…! We thought you would like to know what they said:
- · Connect with history as appropriate; help us understand whatever is being celebrated (i.e. Translation of remains of Dominic, Triumph of the Cross).
- · Share just enough appropriate historical background.
- · Know your audience and remember that holidays are times of joy and sorrow; speak to both realities…!
- · Know context: What is happening in the world?
- · Use a line from Scripture and repeat it appropriately for emphsis.
- · Just the right length - not too long and not too short…!
- · Never ramble…!
- · Challenge your audience (Avoid serving ‘Let us…’)
- · Draw people into a personal encounter with Christ Jesus.
Keep tuned…! We’ll be sharing more on the final point soon…!
The Preaching Committee, Kathy, Lisa, Lois, Clarice, and Carla Mae
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