Marie,

It seems more appropriate to me to greet each other before and after the worship service rather than making it a part of the service. After all the worship service isn't a social event, it's a time of availing ourselves to the means of grace through the preaching of the Word, the Sacraments, along with offering our prayers, praise, and gifts to the Lord.

The idea of embellishing our prayers with musical background seems to be aimed at making the most out of your worship experience. It may actually be entertaining for some but distractive for others. Some people get nervous when its too quiet but I don't think it's a bad thing.

I think the parody Pilgrim provided in his post shows where this could go. Let's guard our worship services from such man-centered focus and give our full attention to the drama of God-centered worship.


Wes

When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest gain I count but loss and pour contempt on all my pride. - Isaac Watts