I found this little table helpful in terms of things to do and avoid when preparing and leading a service:
Do
Be welcoming
Be relational
Be natural
Be prepared
Be deliberate
Expect unbelievers
Be sensitive
Be flexible
Communicate with those taking part (especially preacher)
Plan what you sing carefully
Make eye contact
Signpost what is happening
Dress appropriately
Ensure everything is visible
Pray with others beforehand
Don't
Be disorganised
Be late starting
Leave dead time
Use in-jokes
Read off notes
Try too many new things
Speak in a monotone
Mumble
Use humour at expense of others
Pack too much in
Use a church voice
Get on a hobby horse
Choose your favourite songs
Are there other things you would add?
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