Pulpit Ministry Etiquette Lesson

TOPICS
Pulpit Ministry
Necessity for Training
Guidelines for:
1. EMCEE
2. CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
3. SONGLEADING
 THE PULPIT

The pulpit is the most sacred and exalted

place in the church. He who occupies this
position stands as the representative, a
servant, a worker of Christ.
 What is Pulpit
Ministry?

Ephesians 4:4-16
 14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by
the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching
and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful
scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow
to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the
head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and
held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds
itself up in love, as each part does its work
 Objectives

Teamwork in the Pulpit.

To prepare growth for Ministry.
To work together as one body of
Christ.
To serve God in one Spirit.
To Glorify God in all that we do.
To work in an orderly manner.
To strengthen the church.
 Necessity for
Training

1 Cor.14:33,40
33. For God is not a God of disorder but of peace—as in all
the congregations of the Lord’s people.

40. But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly

way.
 Approved
Workers
Assurance of Salvation ( 2 Peter 1:12-15
Committed
Gentle
Prudent
Mentally Healthy
Tither/ Giver
Reputable
Dignified, Honorable
Descent
 Domestic
Qualifications
Husband with one wife
Knows how to manage family
Submissive
Homes open for people
Good and loving to brethren
 Relational
Qualifications
Trustworthy
Good Communicator
Responsible Advisor
Reliable
Honest and Fair
No impartiality
Teachable Heart
Compassionate to others
Emcee
 EMCEE

The Emcee stands before the

congregation.
To prelude, open the program
To set the atmosphere of Worship
To prepare the people for
Worship proper.
To introduce workers
 TYPES OF
PROGRAM

Formal
Corporate/ Sunday Worship,
MidweekService/ Prayer Meeting

Informal
Small gathering
Bible Study
Church Services FORMAL
1. Sunday Worship
2. Prayer Meeting
3. Revival
4. Baptism
Church Services INFORMAL
1. Departamental Fellowship
2. Bible Study
3. Evangelism
4. Necrological Service
5. Birthday
6. Dedication
7. Weddings
 PREPARATION

An EMCEE must be holistically

prepared for their ministry.
Mentally
Emotionally
Spiritually
Physically
 Mental

There is the presence of Mind

Schedule Awareness
Conditions the mind for service
Positive Outlook
 Physical
Well Slept
In proper attire
Descent in Speech, Gesture
Well Rested
Fasted ( Pleasurable Activity)
Bring Bible with you
Women's Attire
Young Women's
Attire
Men's/Young Men's
Attire
 Emotional

In unity with other relationships

Forgiving Heart
With Genuine Joy
Obedient Heart
Not Emotional
Cool Tempered
Humble
God- pleaser
 Spiritual
Prayer and Fasting
Meditation to Scripture
Filled with Holy Spirit
Anointed
Tither / Giver
Prayerful/ Devotion
Bible Reading
 ACTUAL

Punctual on time ( earlier)

Aware of the program flow
Must have attended the devotion,
Prayer before & after service.
Knows how to pray for everything (
instruments, chairs, microphones)
ACTUAL
 ACTUAL
Must not get distracted
Attentive
Precision in every word you say
Guard movements or mannerism
Do not lean on the lectern
In introducing the speaker do not
use excessive words.
Leading the Prayer
Qualities of Prayer

a. Simple ( Matthew 6:7)

Not Poetic
Do not explain
b. Direct to point.
c. With a humble and repentant heart ( Psalm 66: 18-20)
d. Avoid Redundancy ( Fillers like Ginoo, Oh Lord.)
e. Be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit
f. Do not memorize
 Outline for Congregational Prayer
General Matthew 6: 9-13

A Adoration

C Confession

T Thanksgiving

S Supplication
Opening Outline for Congregational Prayer

A Adoration

C Confession

T Thanksgiving

S Supplication
Offertory Outline for Congregational Prayer

A Adoration

T Thanksgiving

s Supplication
Closing

T Thanksgiving

Workers in the Program

Speaker
Entire Congregation
Testimonies

a Accurate/ Truth

b Brief ( 5-10 mins)

c Christ Centered

d Do not Preach
Other Church Service INFORMAL
1. Dedication ( Infants)
Emcee is optional
Opening Song
Opening Prayer
Praise & Worship
Message
Witness Organization
Other Guests
 Other Church Service
INFORMAL
2. Necrological Service
Emcee
Opening Song
Opening Prayer
Songs must be encouraging
Message ( no introduction)
Awareness ( Death)
Closing Song
Closing Prayer
 Other Church Service
INFORMAL
3. Baptism
Emcee
Opening Song
Opening Prayer
Praise & Worship
Message ( no introduction)
Secure lists of Candidates

4. Birthdays & Weddings

Song Leading
 “But the time is coming—indeed it’s
here now—when true worshipers will
worship the Father in spirit and in
truth. The Father is looking for those
who will worship Him that way.”
–John 4:23
Corporate Worship

Old Testament Shachan to proclaim the presence of

the Lord to bow down)

New Testament: Proskuneo is like a dog licking his

master's hand.
Importance of Worship
Ministry to God and to people.
It can be a means to save.
It is our response to God.
 SONG LEADER

The song leader stands before the

congregation.
To lead them in singing songs for
the Lord.
To set the atmosphere of Worship
To encourage people to
participate in worship.
Qualities of Song Leader
Worshipper
Spiritually Matured
Spiritual Sensitivity
Genuine Humility
Prayerful
Flexible
Wholesome
Always Updated with the concerns of the Church.
 PREPARATION

A Songleader must be holistically

prepared for their ministry.
Mentally
Emotionally
Spiritually
Physically
Pray for it. SONG LINE-UP

Meditate it.
Choose Songs with Biblical Contexts
Choose Songs with message alignment.
Choose Songs that direct praise to the Trinity.
Choose Songs appropriate for Adoration.
Choose Songs that do not sound metallic.
 DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIES
Worship God.
Keep the purpose in mind.
Encourage Participation in Worship
Lead the congregation in worship through songs.
Do not limit the Holy Spirit.
Glorify God.
 DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIES

Punctuality ( Rehearsals/ Devotion/ Sunday Service

Communicate with your team.
Decency in living.
Devotion and Compassion
Discipline
Submission
 ACTUAL

Punctuality
Devotion
Commitment
 DO'S
ACTUAL
Let the Holy Spirit freely move.
Lead them with calmness and truth.
Communicate with the congregation.
Convey the message of the songs effectively.
Encourage people to participate.
 DON'T'S
Preach in your Intro.
ACTUAL
Cry the entire Worship.
Close your eyes constantly.
Rely on your emotions.
Wear Revealing / Tight Clothes
Wear too much make-up.
React Rudely when Musicians miss your signals.
Stick with the rehearsed arrangements.
Be timid and shy.
 ACTUAL

Present yourself as a living

sacrifice to God.
HAND SIGNALS
1. Sin HINDRANCES
2. Denomination
3. Self- Condemnation
4. Pride
5. Wordliness
6. Self- Consciousness
7. Satanic Oppression
 DISCIPLINARY
ACTION
Anyone who
performs against the
will of the Lord.
Anyone who needs
undergo disciplinary
procedures
 DISCIPLINARY
ACTION

1st Warning: Escalate Awareness

2nd Warning: Observation of Behaviors
3rd Warning: Withhold Schedules
 PRAISE

To proclaim His merit worth

Acknowledging his power, holiness
Magnification
Glorification
Exaltation
 7 Ways to Praise

HALAL
BARUCH
YADAH
ZAMAR
SHABACH
TEHILLAH
TOWDAH
 HALAL

A clear voice in declaring God's

goodness.
Example: " Halleluyah"
 BARUCH

Kneeling down,leaning
forward showing
humility to God.
 YADAH

Appreciation, thanks giving

through raising hands.
 ZAMAR

Playing Instruments,
Strings, drums, any
instruments.
 SHABACH

Shouting a loud voice in

victory. Declaring praises.
 TEHILLAH

Singing songs of praises and

worship.
 TOWDAH

Extending hands in adoration

to God.
 5S of Worship
Qualities
1.Submissive- marked by obedience
to:
Tithes
Evangelism
Offering
Devotion and following the
leader.
 5S of Worship
Qualities

2.Steadfast- Worshipping, despite

the situation.
Seeking God above anything
else.
Always present in gatherings.
 5S of Worship
Qualities

3.Separated ( Gen. 22:5)

Renewed lifestyle
Renewed faith
Renewed speech
Renewed mind
 5S of Worship
Qualities

4.Sacrificial Life ( Gen. 22:5-10)

No looking back
Non- backslider
Willing to give everything to
God.
 5S of Worship
Qualities

5. Secured Faith
No doubts in salvation
Spiritual Worshipper
Unconditional
We are God's workmanship. Things to
Serving God is a privilege. Keep in Mind
We are considered faithful.
Our labor is not in vain.
We work to unite not to divide.
We ought to work for the glory of the
Lord.
We must desire to be filled with the
Spirit of God and His wisdom.
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give
yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord
is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58
 Thanks for listening!
To God be all the Glory!