EDMONTON - When a long-time member of his congregation asked if she and some amateur clowns could put on a worship service, Rev. Jim Lochhead had just one tiny request.
Could he be one of those who'd be painting up their faces and wearing funny clothes?
Last Sunday morning, Lochhead was among nine clowns who strode into the sanctuary at McClure United Church to the taped sounds of Send In The Clowns.
The pantomime worship service brought glorious laughter and applause. Best of all, the service apparently connected with the congregation at a deeper level....