There have been a few threads on this board about offerings and their place in worship. Today, passing the plate during the worship service still predominates in many churches, though many here would prefer a good old box at the back of the room.
I would appreciate any sources that discuss the historical practice of the church, my particular interest being the first few centuries of the New Testament church, though any information about mediæval or Reformation-era practice, or later, would also be welcome. I am curious about when and after what manner any collections were taken, for instance, whether they were taken during or outside of worship.
I would appreciate any sources that discuss the historical practice of the church, my particular interest being the first few centuries of the New Testament church, though any information about mediæval or Reformation-era practice, or later, would also be welcome. I am curious about when and after what manner any collections were taken, for instance, whether they were taken during or outside of worship.