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How Do We Dress On Stage?
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Permalink Reply by Greg Newhouse on
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We don't have a written set of rules, but if we had to have a guideline, it would be, dress so you don't have to defend it. In our case, being too casual would cause some murmuring, so we just don't do it. Our purpose in any platform dress code would be to minimize division, not cause it, and as petty and small-minded as we might think the grumblers are, it's not our intent to start a battle by handing them ammunition. That and no matter what the code is, someone is going to think it's too much or not enough. I remember there was a time when a visitor showed up for our more casual evening service wearing a shirt and tie, and upon seeing no one else with a tie on, said rather dismissively, "I guess I already know what kind of church this is." I bit my tongue, for ready to leap out of my mouth was, "Then you might as well leave now, because whether you're right or wrong, I guess I already know you'll be disappointed."
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Permalink Reply by Timothy Nelson on -
Sounds like a good way to be. Thanks Greg!
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I didn't say anything, because fortunately I had something else that I needed to be doing. There's just some times that it's better for me to shut my mouth and walk away.
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Permalink Reply by Timothy Nelson on
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LOL too funny
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Permalink Reply by Michael Letus on -
We have no dress code in the congregation, on the worship team, or for the pastor who dresses down. Visitors who dress well rarely come back, but the 'outcasts' of society stick around.
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Permalink Reply by Timothy Nelson on
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Sounds like a good way to be if we want to attract people who may not have really nice cloths. I have a burden for them since I used to be one of them.
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Permalink Reply by martyn burt on -
We have no formal dress code. We are an Anglican church in Kent England but on the very low/charismatic end. Our clergy do not wear robes; nor does the Bishop if he comes to us. Most people tend to where whatever they feel comfortable in, usually some form of smart casual or relaxed casual. Lots of jeans, sweatshirts, and woolly jumpers, but the odd shirt and tie would not be out of place. You can usually tell though when it is a baptism (christening) week, as all the 'suits' are still outside having a last minute smoke before coming in!
The only rule I give any team members is, make sure any skirts and tops are not too short/revealing, make sure you are clean and tidy, and no offensive slogans on T shirts. It is not unusual for the (male) worship leaders to lead in shorts and Tshirts in the summer.
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Permalink Reply by Wulf Forrester-Barker on -
There isn't one dress style that will make everyone comfortable. In fact, as far as I can see, the nearest to an ideal is to have a wide range of styles represented across the church, on-platform and off, to reflect the incredible diversity of the people God has called to him. I don't make a distinction between what I wear when I am playing with the group as opposed to worshipping from the congregation and nor is there any difference between my church garb and what someone would find me in if they met me at home during the week.
Wulf
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Permalink Reply by Stevo on -
I tend to hit a middle-road casual style. I want avoid looking over-dressed, but I want my attire to appear neat and clean. And for sure, I avoid dipping into my Elton John wardrobe.
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So you've never worn the oversized rhinestone encrusted glasses, or the 18" platform shoes? At church, I mean.
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