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1 Several ideas for this section are from notes A.L. "Pete" Butler used in his classes at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, Missouri.

The Minister of Music’s Most Frequently Asked Questions

Most dialogue with congregants follows worship services. Before worship, ministers of music are busy with their preparations; however, once the worship service has ended, ministers of music usually remain to talk with people informally. During these times people often ask questions about music ministry, and the following questions represent some of those most frequently asked. When dialoguing with people about your work, worship, and music ministry, be sure to value each question and response and accept it as if it were offered in a spirit of love and genuine curiosity. Through informal dialogue we often have our best moments to help others grow in faith and to share the passion of our calling. Each question is followed by a possible response.

What Do You Do All Week?

(Since most people see the minister of music only on Sunday, they incorrectly assume that the minister of music works just one day each week. This should not be an intimidating question and it is not designed to trick you or to question your ministerial validity.