Collect: (if any special occasion) Serampore College – Faculty of Theology

L. For the peace that is from above, and for the salvation of our souls, Let us pray to
the Lord. BD -I (2019-2020) : Trial Worship
C. Lord, have mercy ORDER OF WORSHIP
L. For the peace of the whole world, for the welfare of God’s Holy Churches and for
the union of all, Let us pray to the Lord. Prelude (Bhajan): (Here, all kneeling / Sitting)
C. Lord, have mercy Thozhugiroam engal pidhaavae
L. For our bishops, our pastors and all other ministers that with a good heart and a Pozhudhellaam aavi unmaiyudanae
pure conscience they may accomplish their ministry, Let us pray to the Lord. Parisutha alangaarathudanae
C. Lord, have mercy Dharisippadhinaal saranam saranam
L. For the rulers of our country and all in authority, Let us pray to the Lord. Adiyaargalin asthibaaram
C. Lord, have mercy Arivukkettaadha visthaaram (2)
L. For the sick, the suffering, the sorrowful and the poor, the hungry, orphans and Koodivantha em alangaaram
widows, Let us pray to the Lord. Koadaa koadiyaam saranam saranam – Thozhugiroam
C. Lord, have mercy Meaning: Father, We worship you always with the Spirit and the truth and in the
L. For our personal needs and our spiritual growth. Let us pray to the Lord. Holy splendour. We adore the most high and the foundation of servants. We come
All. Lord, have mercy upon us to glorify you through our life and our together to praise you.
faithfulness in your ministry.
Call to Worship:
Announcement & Special Item: (If it is needed) (Here, all Sitting) This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it (Psalm 118:24).
Homily: God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth (John 4.24).
O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together (Psalm 34.4).
Offertory Song & Prayer (If it is needed): (Here, all standing up)
Opening Prayer:
Closing Prayer: (Here, all sitting / kneeling) Almighty God, we come into your presence to worship you. We thank you for your
God of all beings, we thank you for being with us and realize to understand your mercy and your blessings. Lord, we pray for all those who lead and participate in
presence throughout this worship. Help us to share your love and legacy with this worship, strengthen us in your spirit. Help us to realize your ever-abiding
everyone Bless us Lord, as we leave here today, to take your passion with us. We presence in our midst through this worship. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
pray for all the words that you have sown into our hearts this day. Lord we for your
care and protection in our lives. We submit ourselves in your mighty hands in the Opening Hymn: Hymn No. 123 Guide me... (Here, all standing up)
name of the Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Amen
Benediction: Call to Confession:
The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you, and be If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If
gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace. Amen. we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us
Doxology: (Here, all standing up) from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:8-9). We have not a high priest who is unable to
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. we are, yet without sinning (Hebrew 4:15).
Dismissal: Let us examine ourselves in silence. (After few moments), Let us reflect
L. The Lord be with you upon the forgiving experience of Christ’s presence in our personal and community
C. And also, with you life. Our God is loving and he is able and willing to forgive our sins. Therefore, let
L. Let us depart in peace us humbly confess our sins before the Almighty God who knows us.
C. In the name of Christ. Amen
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 C. 73 the oath that he swore to our ancestor Abraham to grant us 74 that we, being
Prayer of Confession: (Here, all kneeling / Sitting) rescued from the hands of our enemies, might serve him without fear, 75 in
O God of mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word and holiness and righteousness before him all our days.
deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved L. 76 And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go
you with our whole heart and mind and strength. We have not loved our before the Lord to prepare his ways,
neighbours as ourselves. In your mercy forgive what we have been, help us amend C. 77 to give knowledge of salvation to his people by the forgiveness of their sins.
what we are, and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in your will and L. 78 By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us,
walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen C. 79 to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide
Absolution: our feet into the way of peace:
May the Almighty and merciful Lord grant unto us pardon and remission of all our L. Glory be to the Father and to the son, and to the Holy Spirit.
sins, renewal of life, and the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Amen. C. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; the world without end.
Prayer of Thanksgiving: Amen.
Almighty God, the Giver of all mercy, we give thanks for the pleasure of gathering
The Second Lesson: Matthew 11: 27-30 (Here, all sitting)
together for this occasion. We thank you for your goodness, your guidance and your
presence. We give thanks for life, the freedom to enjoy it all and all other blessings. Nunc Dimittis: (Luke 2:29-32) (Here, all standing up and Read Responsively)
We thank you for fellowship and friendships. Bless our time together that we may L. 29 Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word.
reflect your truth in our lives, and carry your love in our hearts. Amen. C. 30 for my eyes have seen your salvation,
Lord’s Prayer: Our Father… Amen. L. 31 which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples,
Leader (L): Lord, open our lips. C. 32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.
Congregation (C): And our mouth shall declare your praise. L. Glory be to the Father and to the son, and to the Holy Spirit
L. O God, make speed to save us. C. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: the world without end.
C. O Lord, make speed to help us. Amen.
Affirmation of Faith (Apostle Creed):
(Here, all standing up) I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: And in
L. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; Jesus Christ His only son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born
C. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried.
L. Praise the Lord. He descended into hell: The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended
C. The Lord's Name be praised.
into heaven. And seated on the right hand of God the Father almighty; From
Responsive Reading: Psalm No. 142
C. Glory be to the Father and to the son, and to the Holy Spirit. thence he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit,
L. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; the world without end. Amen the holy Catholic Church; the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins; the
resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
The First Lesson: 2 Corinthians 12. 6-10 / from the OT (Here, all sitting) L: The Lord be with you.
C: And with your spirit.
Benedictus: (Luke 1:68-79) (Here, all standing up and Read Responsively)
L. 68Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has looked favourably on his people Intercession: (Here, all sitting / kneeling)
and redeemed them. L: Lord, have mercy upon us.
C. 69 He has raised up a mighty saviour for us in the house of his servant David, C: Christ, have mercy upon us.
L. 70 as he spoke through the mouth of his holy prophets from of old, L: Lord, have mercy upon us.
C. 71 that we would be saved from our enemies and from the hand of all who C: Christ, have mercy upon us.
hate us.
L. 72 Thus he has shown the mercy promised to our ancestors, and has remembered
his holy covenant,
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