Jesse C. Middendorf

The Church Rituals Handbook: Second Edition Jesse C. Middendorf 2 Revised edition

The Church Ritual Handbook provides pastors with a meaningful tool for the services they perform as shepherds of the flock of God. Covering a wide array of services, from less common rituals to the more known practices, this updated and expanded edition gives pastors immediate practical helps to service preparation. This helpful resource includes instructions, an order of service, suggested hymns, Scripture readings and recitations for: The Sacrament of the Lord?s SupperThe Reception of Church MembersThe Sacrament of BaptismMarriageInstallationsIncludes Calls to Worship, Offertories Ideas and Prayers and lesser known rituals: John Wesley?s Covenant ServiceA Service of healingService of ReconciliationSeasonal services including Advent, Easter, and Christmas