Category Archives: Reformed liturgy

A Season to Remember: An Ash Wednesday Message to the Anglican Communities of Charlotte

Posted on March 11, 2011 by

Joel 2:1-2,12-17; 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10 Many of us instinctively feel the need for seasons. We can look at my own state of North Carolina as an example.  Sociologists call this the “J Curve” effect. New Yorkers head straight down 95 … Continue reading →

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A Hymn about Joseph for Christmas: “O How Tender Was the Man”

Posted on December 24, 2010 by

O HOW TENDER WAS THE MAN Words by Michael A. Milton, 1999; Tune: REDHEAD/Richard Redhead, 1853 “Then Joseph, being aroused from sleep, did as the angel of the Lord Commanded him and took to him his wife, and did not … Continue reading →

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The Richness of Biblical Liturgy and A Humble Appeal for Living Worship

Posted on August 20, 2010 by

On Sunday, August 22 the following messaage was presented as part of the Christian Heritage Conference at Christ Covenant Church, Matthews, NC   The Richness of Biblical Liturgy and a Humble Appeal for ‘Living Worship’[i] John 4.20-26, Psalm 84.1-4 Michael … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve Order and Bulletin Sample

Posted on December 22, 2007 by

Christmas Eve worship is one of the most beautiful and inspiring times in the life of a congregation and in the ministry of a pastor. The service may be seen by the pastor as challenging because everyone knows that you … Continue reading →

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A Liturgy for Thanksgiving for the Adoption of a Child (with Baptism)

Posted on December 16, 2007 by

A note on this entry: This liturgy for baptism is first and foremost a baptismal liturgy. It happens to also be one adapted to the adoption of a little one. The Order seeks to support and encourage the adoptive family … Continue reading →

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