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tmatt's avatar

But you get the doctrinal point of the column?

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What is your church tradition and size?

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The question is whether Orthodox leaders — as is the case in most religious groups — will play it safe and avoid addressing the power of screen culture in the lives of the faithful.

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Katja's avatar

I am incredibly happy that most Orthodox churches don't use microphones, and among those that do, it's usually quite discreet.

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Chris Moellering's avatar

I have an aversion to microphones for ministers, but it's because, just like anything else, using one well is a skill that has to be learned and a lot don't learn it. Even if they do, the bring technical issues with them...interference, batteries, feedback, poor placement, etc.

I understand they are useful, I just wish more churches took them seriously enough.

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Simon Tanner's avatar

Great article! I am a sweaty preacher who uses notes at a pulpit. Some good thought provoking content. All the “dynamic” preachers I have known do these things you mentioned. I never thought how much a microphone and the television could impact style and content. I use notes because it keeps me focused and on point, instead of simply rambling and free associating. I’ve been told by multiple people I need to adopt more of these “contemporary” styles. As an introvert it is a challenge and does feel a little inauthentic.

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tmatt's avatar

Well, they don’t have churches. They have theaters. More tech issues

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