this is called church ettique, the way you act in church services
2007-07-16 11:20:17 · 29 answers · asked by marion l 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Act in church the same way you'd act anywhere else--with decency and proper manners. In my church, it is customary to be very quiet and reverent. In other churches, things are a bit more lively. Just observe the behavior of those around you (again, as you would at any other occasion), and act accordingly.
2007-07-16 11:32:50 · answer #1 · answered by solarius 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well, u don't carry on a conversation during the service, u don't talk on your cell phone or play on your blackberry/palm pilot, u try to seem interested...sleeping is not an option no matter how much hell raising u did the night before (lol pun intended) b/c most likely u NEED to be repenting for your sins the night before.
Now if u r talking about a church wedding...not every one may be of that faith so that is why i just gave the basics of church ettique. If you are not of that faith or domination you should bow your head at least during the prayer and stand when asked...that's just out of respect for someone Else's religion. I mean U R in THEIR church. Show some respect. geez ppl.
2007-07-16 11:30:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What type of church? For most you want to have on nice clothes. Speak to people as you enter shake hands with everyone who offers a hand shake. If in a large worship center environment listen attentavely and don't make a lot of noise. If you are in a small group session of some kind be involved ask questions maybe read aloud. It helps if you carry a bible or something like that it makes you look more serious. Church is just like graduation except only one speach usually.
2007-07-16 11:25:29 · answer #3 · answered by quickgun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the church. Just act the way everyone else does in regards etiquette, manners, and behavior. I have attended some church services where black people were rocking out and they were very expressive. I am accustomed to conservative church services.
2007-07-16 11:55:21 · answer #4 · answered by Goldenrain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, snarl at the person in the door who offers you a program -- oh, and don't shake his hand. Give everyone you see a stern stare, don't say hi, in fact, snob everyone. Sit alone and when people talk to you, pretend not to hear them. Whenever a song is sung, don't even try looking up the words in the hymnal in front of you -- in fact, don't stand to sing either, just sit and hum your favorite R&B song. When the preacher talks, don't nod in agreement or make eye contact with him. Don't look up any bible references or pay any sort of attention at all. Counting ceiling tiles helps. When the money basket comes around, scoff at the person handing it to you and don't even think of giving anything, just laugh out loud. When leaving, slide out a side door, don't ask any questions or talk to anyone!
Now, DO EXACTLY THE OPPOSITE of any actions I just stated in the above paragraph, and you will do very well in church.
2007-07-16 11:31:41 · answer #5 · answered by heeboy3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quiet and respectful will usually cover it in all churches. After you go to the same church for a while you will become acquainted with their habits and be able to expand your worship methods, clapping to the music, singing along, what ever the main congregation does, or not as you choose.
2007-07-16 11:27:31 · answer #6 · answered by bsharpbflatbnatural 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A good rule of thumb for church is good for most every public assembly situation.
Since you are not the center of attention, do nothing that would draw attention to yourself. Learn to sit still quietly and pay attention. In church, God is the focal point for all.
2007-07-16 11:24:20 · answer #7 · answered by Bobby Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just stay calm and orderly. Do not yell, speak gibberish, roll on the floor or go into jerks. You will do just fine.
Paul said in 1 Corinthians chapter 14 everything should be con in an orderly manner that God is not the author of confusion but of peace.
BB
2007-07-16 11:40:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be friendly, dont make noise during the service...go to the bathroom before so you dont have to get up at all during service. No chewing gum or eating in the building at all. Don't leave right away....talk to a couple people first before you leave including the pastor if he is available.
2007-07-16 11:25:05 · answer #9 · answered by BA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time you are told when to stand kneel and sit, just follow everyone else. Dont talk and just go with the flow dress nicely and remember that you dont have to go up for communion or anything like that. Its not as scary as it seems
2007-07-16 11:23:55 · answer #10 · answered by Katie M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋