Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin;yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not clothed like one of these. Luke 12:27
I suspect you all have opinions on appropriate dress for the leaders of worship. Do you want a chance to share your opinions? There is an electronic survey taking place and you are invited to share your views. The survey is part of some research being done by the Young Clergywomen Project. Already there have been 350 responses and they are especially looking for more participation by laity. You have till July 1st to participate.
If you want a chance to take the survey, please click the link. It isn’t a long survey and I would guess you could easily finish it in under 10 minutes.
If you are a British Methodist it might be helpful background for you to know that the survey does not take into account the local preacher system. It presumes that the folks leading most services are clergy, thus all the questions involving clerical collars. This is the case because no major US denomination has a similar system of trained lay preachers regularly leading worship. However, with this background info the gist of the questions will be clearer if you want to participate.
If you are interested in the Young Clergywomen Project check out their e-zine which has new articles posted twice a week. It is entitled Fidelia’s Sisters and is a good read.
Well,one would think, the really most important thing is to dress.
Hey Mindy – I found your blog!
Well, I have my preferences, but I don’t think it’s something to get one’s ecclesiastical knickers in a twist over!
I personally think it is upto the preacher. They have to stand for the service, therefore, comfy shoes and clothes. I personally like to see the small bit of dog collar but am not worried if it isn’t there. As one of your other respondents said ‘Getting dressed’ is a good idea!