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| Derekap | Monday, 7. May 2007, 14:43 |
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In my previous parish, the Saturday Evening congregation were reasonably quiet. The Sunday Morning congregation was very noisy. I suspect in this case it stemmed from the choir loft. The choir leader would give instructions then probably some would probably ask: "Which page did she say?" and the comment "Oh no! not this one again!". Latecomers would ask for the information etc. And so it grew and grew. I am not excusing it, only giving a reason as to how it might have started. People below naturally started to chat also. I think a gentle word from the priest would help but sometimes, sadly, he can be just as guilty. In my present parish the chatter stops immediately the sacristy bell is rung and restarts when the organ or guitar finishes the final line of the final verse of the final hymn. There is no chatter duering the collection, we are too busy singing and a gentle murmour during the Sign of Peace. The meeting room which can be screened off is the back quarter of the church and is used as an extension for Holy Mass on Sundays and feasts. So chatter at the end is almost inevitable. Surprisingly some people come early to sit on chairs (no kneelers) in the extension, even though the view of the Altar can be restricted. I don't understand why. |
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