As above...that's me. Not.that anyone believes it, as I sing in the band and am smiley and conversational.
But...
The church where I go is full of modern songs, no liturgy, shouty presentations, action songs, "family focused"( ie aimed at children) and I find services utterly exhausting. I'm not the only one. DH and several band members have said the same thing. A couple of the band have left.
The Rector ( less than a year in post) has firmly stated this is how he wants it to be. He wants a church full.of young people, not old faithfuls and feels incorporating traditional gives a mixed message.
Alternative churches in the area are sadly similar.
How do i navigate this? Would sitting in a corner pew look mardy?
There's a lot to like but I need something more contemplative for my spiritual satisfaction.