Preacher Boy
I have nothing against the above phrase. I just prefer that it not be used in conjunction with my name. Here’s why:
When I was young(er) we had a book about a kid named Farmer Boy, or something like that. Whatever the case, the name of the book and picture on the front cover (a boy with a mildly bored expression leaning on two joyous calfs) seemed derogatory.
Over the years, I suppose the image of Farmer Boy has ruined any prospect I have of appreciating the term Preacher Boy. I, for example, do not chew on long pieces of straw. Never have.
Regardless of my likes and dislikes, I was blessed with the opportunity to preach last Sunday. The congregation was very kind; from their comments, one would never have known that I was green, as in inexperienced, young, and a little shaky behind the pulpit. I need to grab any chance I get to preach, though. Before too long, I’ll be the owner of the pulpit and be expected to know how to use it (Deo Volente).
July 7th, 2007 at 11:28 am
Wow, a few new posts in a short amount of time. ^^
I think it’s because the word “boy” used in such a context is demeaning, as if the Farmer (or Preacher) is just a boy and not worth of the full term of Farmer (or Preacher).
July 8th, 2007 at 12:18 am
Yes, I decided to post on a (semi) regular schedule after being shamed by your frequent posting.
I would agree that the term “boy” is demeaning. I mean… okay, I’m only a Sophomore in college, but I’m growing as fast as I can.
July 8th, 2007 at 2:13 am
Ah, my frequent turned less-frequent posting. I used to post more regularly, but what with dashing to meet deadlines and procrastination in every possible form, I don’t manage that anymore. Every other day seems good enough for me.
Well, they (whoever they are) usually term 18 as the divider between being a child (ie: boy) and adult (man). You have crossed that and therefore do not qualify for being a boy.
July 8th, 2007 at 10:16 pm
Does this mean I can no longer go running through the house screaming at the top of my lungs for no reason whatsoever?
July 8th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
I suspect it does. It would not be that nice for the congregation to know that their “preacher boy” runs screaming through the house randomly, now would it?
You gain some, you lose some.