At the entry of the Ministers a psalm, canticle or hymn may be sung.

OPENING SENTENCES

The President greets the congregation with one of the following:

SEASONAL

Advent

Jesus says, "Surely I am coming soon!" Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!
Revelation 22. 20

Christmas

But when the fullness of time had come, God sent His Son, born
of a woman, born under the law, so that we might receive adoption
as children. Alleluia. Galatians 4. 45

or

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light: those
who dwell in the land of deep darkness, on them has the light
shone. Isaiah 9:2

or

I bring you news of great joy, a joy to be shared by the whole
people: today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you;
He is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10

or

To us a child is born, to us a son is given: and his name will be
called the Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6

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Epiphany
God chose to make known how great among the nations are the
riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope
of glory. Colossians 1: 27

or

For the God who said, "Out of darkness light shall shine," has
caused his light to shine in our hearts, the light which is knowledge
of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. II Corinthians 4:6

Lent
Be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as
Christ loved us and gave Himselfup for us, a fragrant offering and
sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5: 1, 2

Passiontide
Jesus emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being born in
the likeness of men. And being found in human form He humbled
Himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross.
Philippians 2: 7, 8

Easter
Alleluia! The Lord is risen indeed. Come, let us adore Him.
Alleluia!

or

On this day the Lord has acted; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

Ascension
Since we have a great high priest who has passed through the
heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. Let
us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we
may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4: 14, 16

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Pentecost
When the Spirit comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father,
even the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, He will
bear witness to Me; and you also are witnesses, because you have
been with Me from the beginning. John 15: 26, 27

Trinity Sunday
O the depth of riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! For
from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the
glory forever. Amen. Romans 11: 33, 36

or

One Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of us all,
who is above all and through all and in all. Ephesians 4:5-6

Apostles and Ordinations
His gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some
evangelists, some pastors and teachers for the equipment of the
saints for the work of ministry, for the building up of the body of
Christ. Ephesians 4: 11, 12

Major Saints
You are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens
with the saints and also members of the household of God, built
upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ
Jesus himself as the cornerstone. Ephesians 2:19-20

All Souls and Memorials
I am sure that neither death nor life, nor anything else in all
creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ
Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38, 39

Harvest Festival
You crown the year with your bounty; abundance flows wherever
you pass; the desert pastures overflow; the hillsides are wrapped
in joy; the meadows are dressed in flocks; the valleys are clothed
in wheat. What shouts of joy! What singing! Psalm 65: 11-13

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Dedication Festival
Behold, the dwelling of God is with men. He will dwell with them,
and they shall be His people, and God Himself will be with them.
Revelation 21: 3

The Blessed Virgin Mary
Here I am, the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your
word. Luke 1:38

or

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in
you, O God my Saviour. Luke 1:46-47

GENERAL
Therefore I will offer in His dwelling an oblation with sounds of
great gladness; I will sing and make music to the Lord.
Psalm 27: 7

I will offer you the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call upon the
Name of the Lord. I will fulfil my vows to the Lord in the presence
of all His people. Psalm 116: 15, 16

Gracious is the Lord and righteous; our God is full of compassion.
Psalm 116: 4

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord.
Psalm 122: 1

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus
Christ. Philippians 1: 2

God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit
and truth. John 4: 24

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth
stand in awe of Him. Psalm 96: 9

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