When Readers are supported many change from seeing reading as an obligation and begin to see it as a vocation and blessing. Well chosen and trained Reader can significanty improve the worship life of the community. Choose as wide a diversity of readers as possible. This will add a richness to worship. Preparation for Reading.
Preparation is essential to good reading.
Too often readers have been chosen at the last minute or have not prepared well to read Scripture. This has lead to reader fumbling through readings leaving the congregation bored or confused. It has also lead to a lack confidence in readers, due to not being able to feel competent in reading. Preparation will bear fruit in good readings and more confident readers. If it has not been determined which of the lectionary readings will be used for the following Sunday, begin preparation for all the readings.