"Why is he wearing gloves, is the money dirty?" If my otherwise angelic child had spoke quietly, in a low tone of voice not a single person would have cared. The fact it was more of an announcement was the problem. Kids will do that, at the absolute worst moment. So such was our introduction, to fashion in the church, specifically church white usher glove fashion.
Styling and Ushering
Because of the sense of humor God gave me (and lack of couth apparently), in my mind I'm already writing a piece about church money laundering. Then questions began to arise: Is he wearing them to cover hideous warts? Is he contagious? Was this a black-tie affair? It would be a hard case to make that my casual golf shirt and my son's jeans and are really formal wear.
It turns out to be none of these are true. My questioning child and I discover that in some churches ushers are required to wear gloves. It is also clearly apparent many wear church usher badges. Most traditions spring from a first occasion, and I wonder if this went back to when sterling silver offering plates were the only thing available, or all usher were model T auto mechanics. It isn't in Biblical history I don't remember reading about Peter wearing them.
A little more research showed this to be related to the church age or denomination - if your church is 100 years old, ushers are probably wearing gloves. They issue them at an early age, so little gloved ushers work special services and children's church. I see no usher-ettes, apparently this is men only.
Put Your Gloves On
Most traditions are rooted in a certain sense of pride. Some of it is status for to church usher gloves so I'm sure some guy paid $50 for his at a department store, even though plain white cotton would do. White gloved ushers get respect and recognition at the door, just like a Sunday School teacher or the organist, and if it's to the glory of God, good on you! More power to the glove-wearers. Serve with honor and reverence. Teach young people to respect God's House. A kid's, worst fear must be suddenly seeing a white gloved hand on your shoulder when you're acting up on the back row.
Styling and Ushering
Because of the sense of humor God gave me (and lack of couth apparently), in my mind I'm already writing a piece about church money laundering. Then questions began to arise: Is he wearing them to cover hideous warts? Is he contagious? Was this a black-tie affair? It would be a hard case to make that my casual golf shirt and my son's jeans and are really formal wear.
It turns out to be none of these are true. My questioning child and I discover that in some churches ushers are required to wear gloves. It is also clearly apparent many wear church usher badges. Most traditions spring from a first occasion, and I wonder if this went back to when sterling silver offering plates were the only thing available, or all usher were model T auto mechanics. It isn't in Biblical history I don't remember reading about Peter wearing them.
A little more research showed this to be related to the church age or denomination - if your church is 100 years old, ushers are probably wearing gloves. They issue them at an early age, so little gloved ushers work special services and children's church. I see no usher-ettes, apparently this is men only.
Put Your Gloves On
Most traditions are rooted in a certain sense of pride. Some of it is status for to church usher gloves so I'm sure some guy paid $50 for his at a department store, even though plain white cotton would do. White gloved ushers get respect and recognition at the door, just like a Sunday School teacher or the organist, and if it's to the glory of God, good on you! More power to the glove-wearers. Serve with honor and reverence. Teach young people to respect God's House. A kid's, worst fear must be suddenly seeing a white gloved hand on your shoulder when you're acting up on the back row.
About the Author:
If you are a white gloved church, you can re-supply online any time, but for a limited time you can save 30-50% off at a few quality Christian bookstores. Buy the best, use them up, then get some more. Wear your gloves with the right kind of pride, and add a little style and class to church, Lord knows many could use it. Be Blessed. Godspeed!
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