Choose the right mode
For a sermon or speech with a large audience, simultaneous interpreting with headsets keeps the pace. For a wedding toast or family meeting, consecutive interpreting, where the speaker pauses, often feels warmer and more personal.
Send names and titles early
Titles matter at church and family events: Venerable, Lolo, Ichie, Chief. Send the programme, names and titles at least a day before so the interpreter can say them correctly and respectfully.
Two interpreters for long programmes
Simultaneous interpreting is tiring. For anything over an hour, book a pair who swap every 30 minutes. Quality stays high until the closing prayer.
Test the sound
Power cuts and generator noise are real. Plan for the interpreter booth to sit away from the generator, and test headsets before guests arrive.