The LC Practice of Open Meetings (circa 1960s & 70s)

Sons to Glory! · 08-04-2019, 03:54 PM

I thought to start a discussion about the open meeting style that was practiced historically by the LC in the 1960s and 70s (but not so much now I think). The gatherings back then were full of life and most glorious in the experience and exultation of Christ! Anyone felt free to stand up and testify of a fresh experience of Christ or call a song, or even to ask for prayer. The gatherings were full of life, which was not - and couldn't be - strictly organized. (and no one wanted that) We sang the songs loud and with our spirits! There was much freedom in eating and drinking and sharing of Jesus in a festive atmosphere that was real and genuine!

Lot's more I could add . . . anybody experiencing that sort of gathering now?

08-04-2019, 03:54 PM	#1
Sons to Glory! Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 2,622	The LC Practice of Open Meetings (circa 1960s & 70s) I thought to start a discussion about the open meeting style that was practiced historically by the LC in the 1960s and 70s (but not so much now I think). The gatherings back then were full of life and most glorious in the experience and exultation of Christ! Anyone felt free to stand up and testify of a fresh experience of Christ or call a song, or even to ask for prayer. The gatherings were full of life, which was not - and couldn't be - strictly organized. (and no one wanted that) We sang the songs loud and with our spirits! There was much freedom in eating and drinking and sharing of Jesus in a festive atmosphere that was real and genuine! Lot's more I could add . . . anybody experiencing that sort of gathering now? __________________ *LC Berkeley 70s; LC Columbus OH 80s; An Ekklesia in Scottsdale 98-now*