QUIET PLEASE!

In a galaxy far, far away... or in a country far, far away. It's really in another State far, far away ...Ok, the point is this is not about my ward (haha).. Anyway, a friend of mine has a calling in church which includes teaching adults and asked me for some help with getting people to stop talking during class. Apparently she has frequent chatterboxes who talk through every part of the lesson apart from the prayer. I'm pretty sure if there could be talking throughout the prayer (and they're not the one actually praying) they would do that too! 

I was asked to do a handout to help out but the only one I could think of was something like this. Remember this backfired pick up line: 

Well, I would add this bit ....

BUT something tells me that wouldn't go down quite so well... 

Now, I've been teaching the Primary children for quite a few years now and when the kids get rowdy, I sing 'Stop, look and listen' and they sing it back to me. Another tactic is doing different actions (like tapping my head or clapping quietly) and everyone will follow my actions until I can see that everyone is watching and ready to listen. However, the most effective thing about singing 'Stop, look and listen' to a bunch of adults would probably be the amazing level of eyebrow raising that would be taking place. 

Before we go on, I know that some people talk because they are translating for something or other reasons. Thank you for what you do. 

So for those of you blessed to be able to sit in an adult class during church, following are a few reasons why people shouldn't chatterbox during a lesson. 

1: "A church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints"

Sometimes this is part of our weekly medicine, and we need to hear what is going on! 

2. This lesson may help answer your prayers! and what you have to contribute may be an answer to someone else's prayer. 

3. Help the Missionaries by example

They work so hard to serve and teach investigators and welcome back less-actives. Let's help lighten their load by offering to fellowship during class. 

Here are two missionaries close to our hearts, Hermana Tenney serving the people of Scotsdale, Arizona and Elder Lematua serving the people of Luanda, Angola. 

4. Your teacher's preparation

As a Primary Leader, I know that a lot of time goes into preparing for a lesson.  As you prepare, you picture the individuals in your class and how you can meet their needs. It takes a lot to prepare to teach a class.  It doesn't matter if teacher teaches you every week, or once a month. Be mindful of your teacher too before you decide to start flapping your lips. 






5. It's Pretty Simple

Class isn't a time for a catch up session with your mates. Be inspired, get recharged and remember manners matter! 

There you go - five pretty simple reasons. Be mindful of those around you. And next time I get to sit in an adult class on a Sunday, I will try my best too. 

Just keep trying harder every week :) 

Amen! 








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