Title/Theme
Introduction
Welcome, introduce theme…
Opening Song: (Reflecting Theme)
May incorporate procession with symbols (see below).
Opening Prayer
Blessing: Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son…
Prayer: …through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Scripture Reading
Response (Optional)
- Psalm
- Song
- Poem
- Reading from related literature
- PowerPoint presentation
Gospel Reading (Optional)
Response (Optional)
- See responses above, plus…
- Gospel dramatization
- Presentation on theme
- Ritual action in keeping with theme
Prayer of the Faithful
- For the Church
- For the world
- For the suffering/oppressed
- For the local Church
- For the local community’s needs
- For those affected by the theme of the day
Our Father...
Closing Prayer
Blessing: And may Almighty God bless us: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Final Song
Items to consider
1. Symbols
- Bible/Lectionary on stand at front of assembly
- Paschal Candle or Candle on table, lit at front of assembly
- Glass bowl of water on table to symbolize Baptism
- Towel with pitcher of water to symbolize service
- Posters/icons/art/photographs depicting theme
2. Inclusively in Leadership
- Develop faith leaders by involving as many persons as possible in preparing and leading parts of service
