readings for the dedication of a church

Harry Belafonte on His Artistic Values and His Activism Semi-circular seating for 500 wraps around the worship center, which contains communion table, baptismal font, and lectern. Web1 Kings 8:22 30 Solomon's prayer dedicating the Temple Isaiah 55:6 13 God's Word shall not return empty. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you; Nehemiah, a high official of the Persian Court, was there as is our Lord Mayor this morning. Sydney Catholic Youth In this building of the Church, there must also be an altar. A SERVICE FOR THE DEDICATION OF A CHURCH and the wall around the city will be made of precious stones. laughing for joy, laden with sheaves. Glorious things are said of you, O city of God. Glory Antiphon 1 So it is a chance for each of us to reflect on our own journey of faith as a Christian. - The towers of Jerusalem will be built with jewels. aware of the sacrifices of our mothers and fathers in the faith. we see her sore oppressed, I think that if those of you, disposed and eager for prayer, offer petitions and prayers of supplication to God day and night, you will become the living stones for the altar which Jesus is building. From a sermon by Saint Augustine, bishop I, no. Minister: For the sharing of the good news of salvation from sin, for the spreading of scriptural holiness, for the giving of instruction in righteousness, and for the service of our fellowmen. VII, nos. O city of God! endobj by water and the Word. Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of From heaven he came and sought her Rite of Dedication of a Church and an Altar, Introductions Nevertheless, in accordance with the tradition of the Church in both East and West, a special prayer of dedication is also said. This prayer is a sign of the intention to dedicate the church to the Lord for all times and a petition for his blessing. Dedication Philistia, Tyre, Ethiopia, Amen. You, my hearers, must learn that Christ himself is also the foundation of the building we are now describing, so that you may prepare yourselves more eagerly for the construction of this building and become stones that lie closer to the foundation. R. Lord, this is the people that longs to see your face. 0000039667 00000 n Hymn "Sing, Sing a New Song" / "New Songs of Celebration Render"[PsH 98, PH 218, RL 119, TH 14]. Jesus identified Himself with the Temple (Jn 2:19-20) and His disciples as the new congregation, He also frequented the physical Temple, teaching there day after day, healing the sick, paying the temple tax and famously doing His own renovation job, cleansing the Temple (Mt 4:5; 17:24-25; 21:12-15,23; 24:1; 26:55). a cornerstone, chosen and precious, When we look at an earthly building, we can see that the larger and stronger stones are the first to be set in place as the foundation, so that the weight of the whole structure may rest on them securely. Reflections on the Dedication of Christ Cathedral "Behold, I am laying a stone in Zion, 3, "Since the chalice and paten are used for the offering and consecration of the bread and wine and for communion, they are reserved exclusively and permanently for the celebration of the Eucharist, and so become 'sacred vessels.' [Dancers light candles from the Christ candle]. Harry Belafonte on His Artistic Values and His Activism Minister: For worship in prayer and song, for the preaching of the Word, for the teaching of the Scriptures, and for the fellowship of the saints. A house, in its construction, involves hard work; its dedication is an occasion for rejoicing. ), followed by receiving the kiss of peace and celebrating its first Holy Communion. Amen. WebThe Order of the Dedication of a Church and an Altar, implemented in the United States as of November 9, 2018, is enriched with many chant settings for the actions connected with In some communities fire codes may require that the service or part of it be held outdoors. My particular congratulations to the architects and builders of the early learning centre and those who made all the works happen. For a new song our Lord speaks of a new commandment. these will be her children for all shall be her children. Amen. Who is he, the king of glory? To sing is a sign of love. Beloved, I urge you as aliens and sojourners to keep away from worldly desires that wage war against the soul. and the wall around the city will be made of precious stones.