I actually love answering this question. It is like a hundred different things. We “wear many different hats”!
(English Idiom Definitions for 'Wear many hats' — If someone wears many hats, they have different roles or tasks to perform.)
“Is it like being a missionary?” YES! We are sent out into all the world. In Europe, our units are in 15 different countries, and Covenant Players units cover so many more worldwide.
“Is it like being a pastor?” YES! We bring messages to the church to address a variety of needs. Easter, the reality of Christ’s gospel in our daily lives, living our faith, dealing with difficult situations — it is hard to think of a theme or issue that has not been required of us. In addition, we are responsible to encourage one another in discipleship and leadership and seek high standards for ourselves.
“Is it is like being an actor?” A thousand times, YES! We prepare new plays and new roles every day and every week. We explore characters from the inside and embody them physically for others to see.
“Is it like being a teacher?” Again, YES. When we perform in schools, we are bringing thought-provoking plays about Bullying, Goals and Purpose in Life, Substance Abuse, Conflict Resolution in a way that encourages discussion among the students and finding the message for themselves in a new way.
What else are we? What are we like? Well, here are some more ideas...
Actor
Adventurer
Care-Giver
Christian
Cleaner
Cook
Disciple of Jesus
Driver
Educator / Teacher
Evangelist
Event Planner
Friend
Leader
Logistical Coordinator
Luggage Carrier
Mechanic
Navigator
Pastor
Peace Maker
PR (Public Relations) Worker
Public Speaker / Presenter
Sales Representative
Servant
Social Worker
Stage Manager
Student
Sunday School Teacher
Tour Manager
Tourist
Traveler
In Covenant Players, no day is the same. We are always learning and growing in new responsibilities and areas. Is it challenging? Oh YES. “What is it really like?“ Come and see.
(This is from a recent publication from Covenant Players -- "Acting In Faith". For more information on Covenant Players, please contact them directly at www.covenantplayers.org)
