Blog 5: Suitable Manner in Church

There are certain steps on how to behave properly in church. First, prepare you mindset in getting to church. When you get inside the Church be on time, you must leave all worldly thoughts behind. Then quietly, so as not to agitate others, find a place to stand or sit. Be cautious of what you are doing. Talking and laughing in church, for by this one proves disrepute of God and disturbs others. Chewing gum, drinking and eating in church are impermissible in the church. If your thoughts stray from the prayer, then strive to bring them back and concentrate on the services. You must listen and participate. Listening to the gospels of the Lord and being responsive by responding and singing. Do not watch others pray with suspicious eye. You do not have the right to judge. Be sure to have reverence to Holy Sacrament of the Body and Blood of the Savior. Some of the ways are by practicing of piously bowing your head, and accepting it by saying "Amen". Wait until the end of liturgy. Step aside and stay for the prayer for the thanksgiving. Finally, sing the ending song and leave the church quietly.