I do it for the Lord and for free. I enjoy doing it.
Just I have never received an atta boy, thank you, good job.etc.
Old church recognized my faithfulness at Christmas...
and small gift and/or donation. It was the thank you
that meant everything to me. I know that the Lord is
the ultimate...and worship to him.
2007-12-18 01:49:00 · 10 answers · asked by Rockyrocks 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Churches should show appreciation for their volunteers. This shows some thoughtlessness on the part of the Music Minister and the Pastor. It is probably unintentional.
In the end, you have to let it be an offering between you and God anyway........it's really sweeter that way anyway.
BTW, I appreciate what you do for Him.
2007-12-18 01:58:09 · answer #1 · answered by fanofchan 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try doing something really out of the ordinary.
Find one or two people in your church who could use some cheering up and bless them in a very special way. If all you can do is offer them some piano classes, do that. If you can give a tiny gift do that.
Make a point to start saying encouraging things to others around you.
Some times in order to get something you need, God wants you to give away what you already have.
2007-12-18 01:56:04 · answer #2 · answered by Linda J 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I used to be a paid soloist for a series of different churches (Methodist, Roman Catholic, Unitarian). I spent several years at each, and I was always hired without questions about my faith. I received a lot of "thank you"s, but along with the verbal kudos came a paycheck that amounted to a significant portion of my income at the time.
If you enjoy the praise, then you're asking to be paid in non-monetary fashion. If you enjoy a burger for your belly, some gas in your go-kart, and a home to hang your hat, a slightly different form of incentive will be most welcome.
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2007-12-18 01:57:54 · answer #3 · answered by NHBaritone 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is something that you do out of love for the Lord then you can donate the service, but lots of churches do pay the pianist and organist because they have to be there and spend so much time and energy to not only preparing their music but others as well. Such as choir music and soloist singers and so on. There is nothing wrong with taking money. Everybody has to have money to live off of.
2007-12-18 01:55:39 · answer #4 · answered by Future Citizen of Forvik 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your church needs a culture-shift. This has to start with the pastor modeling for those in ministry leadership how to go about thanking people and making them feel appreciated - he/she must be intentional about this and making sure they get the message and are passing it on.
Your old church understood this somewhat-- maybe this church will also come through with a little token of appreciation.
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2007-12-18 01:56:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I totally understand your problem.
I volunteered for a church for years, interpreting the services for their Deaf members, and -- never mind any kind of Christmas gift -- I didn't even get a "Good Morning" for the first 2 yrs I was there, much less a "thanks, we appreciate your dedication" or anything.
I tried to remember I was doing it for the glory of God and not for my own edification, but I don't think that's how we are made.
I did it for God, but it also hurt to be treated like just part of the furniture, not even acknowledging my presence. I eventually quit, and I heard they hired an interpeter for pay.
On one hand, maybe I just wasn't mature enough spiritually to avoid feeling taken advantage of and resenting it. But on the other hand, how hard is it to say "Hello" to somebody or "Thanks for your help"?
2007-12-18 01:52:27 · answer #6 · answered by Acorn 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I don't think a person should be paid for serving the Lord. If you are paid you are no longer serving, you are just doing a job. Something is wrong if your main concern is being rewarded by men for your "faithfulness". God is the one who rewards your dedication and faithfulness, not people...and he doesn't do it with money.
If you want to be paid for playing the piano you need to get a job in a lounge.
2007-12-18 01:58:37 · answer #7 · answered by LDS girl 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
You should do it for the edification of the church and not expect anything. It is not about YOU it is about Christ. Please get off your pity potty and remember that you do not need a pat on the back because then you would be "stealing" praises that belong to God. Peace be with you and God Bless
2007-12-18 01:54:22 · answer #8 · answered by Bride of Christ 6 · 4⤊ 2⤋
if you are happy doing this for free, then why are you wondering if you will get a Christmas bonus? i guess i don't understand.
2007-12-18 01:52:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
why would they pay you, thats dumb.
2007-12-18 01:56:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 4⤋