The Value of Helpers. But it is more to the preacher's comfort and the good of the work to have a band of helpers. In commencing a meeting, instead of standing behind, or at the side of the preacher, these helpers should face him, so as to form part of the audience, and encourage others to gather behind them. This latter course sadly distracts the attention of the hearers, though it is a very common proceeding on the part of kind and active helpers. The Art of Attraction.
Ladies render important service in street choirs.
Solos, duets, trios, and quartettes -may occasionally be introduced. But the singing should be in harmony with the preaching, and not merely a pretty performance to please the ear. It should be appropriate, lively, and abundant, and entirely under the control of the leader of the meeting. The distribution of Hymn-sheets is helpful in keeping a crowd together. The exhibition of a picture or diagram is good by way of variety.