“₇Yet lifeless things giving a sound, whether flute or harp, if they do not give a distinction in the sound, how will it be known what is being piped or harped? ₈For also if a trumpet gives an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself for the battle? ₉So also you, if you do not give a clear word through the language, how will it be known what is being said? For you will be speaking into the air. ₁₀ So it may be many kinds of sounds are in the world, and not one is without a distinct sound” (1 Corinthians 14:7-10).

Members of this department are responsible for the following:

Ø Ensure that the musical and sound instruments are in good working condition.

Ø Ensure that the pastor’s attention is notified in writing, concerning any instrument or part of an instrument, which may not be in good working condition.

Ø Ensure that every musical and sound instrument is kept clean at all times – whether in use or while kept in the store.

Ø Ensure that cables are replaced as and when due.

Ø Ensure that instruments are set up on time before each church service or church meeting.

Ø Due to item 5, members of this department must ensure that they are always conversant with the dates and times of church programmes.

Ø Ensure that the public address systems are tuned up in such a way that the following are comfortable with the sound output – the pastor, the assistant pastors, and the choir; plus the occasional guest speakers.

Ø Ensure that the musical and sound instruments – and everything that is attached to it – are safely kept in the provided store and securely locked.

Ø Due to item 5, at least three persons should have the store keys – one, the pastor; two, an assistant pastor; and three, the head of the sound/technical department.

Ø Records of the receipts – or photocopies of receipts – of all musical/sound instruments are to be kept, and the period of the guarantees be noted and utilized if need be.