In a worship-committee meeting, much debate occurred about the minimum age for acolytes. “If kids can’t reach the pulpit to place the Bible, then they shouldn’t be allowed to carry it,” some said. Others complained that young participants didn’t carry the candlelighter straight enough or that their childish delight seemed irreverent. The conversation seemed to […]
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. — 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NASV)