We have to start somewhere . Using the scriptures as the lens through which to view our experience is a good strategy. The Bible is richly descriptive of the worship offered by God s people over a 1200 - year period of time. Whatever invites and deepens the faith community s connection with God and honors both the nearness and the transcendence of God is essential. So, too, is that which makes participation in public worship possible for every member of the congregation.
Worship is an activity of the church in which the seeker is invited to participate.
Worship should always strive to be seeker sensitive and accessible to those without a significant connection to the congregation. Seekers search for relationship with the One who is worshipped. Finding that relationship will naturally draw them into membership in the church. The church into which they place membership will be a church that has roots and history, symbols and hymnody, rituals and orders of worship that will at first seem strange. The diversity of our membership can serve to bring new life and vitality to worship.