Contents
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Confession of Faith

The Constitution

Rules of Discipline

Directory for Worship


Rules of Order
E. ORDERS FOR OCCASIONAL WORSHIP
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     There are various occasions other than the Lord's Day when groups of Christians gather to worship. Families are encouraged in worship, different meetings and programs appropriately include worship, and through the week opportunities may be given for Christians to join together to pray and praise God. The following orders, or some adapted versions of them, are recommended for voluntary use.

  Order 1
Prelude
Scripture Sentences
Hymn
Responsive Reading
Gloria Patri
Scripture Reading
Prayers
Hymn
Benediction
Postlude

  Order 2
Scripture Sentences
Hymn of Praise
Confession of Sin
Assurance of Pardon
Doxology
Scripture Reading
Special Music
Prayers
Hymn
Silent Reflection
Charge and Dismissal

  Order 3
Prelude
Opening Sentences or Call to Worship
Hymn
Scripture Reading
Silent Reflection on Scripture, or
Brief Interpretation of Scripture
Prayers
Hymn
Closing Prayer

  Order 4
Hymn
Reading of Scripture
Brief Interpretation of Scripture
Silent Prayer
Lord's Prayer
Dismissal and/or Benediction


    
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