LEM Customary for Pohick Episcopal Church
Revised February 2016
I.
Checking the LEM Roster
A.
By the 15th of each month, the LEM scheduler posts a new roster on the parish
web site (www.pohick.org/lemsched.html).
1.
New schedules usually cover six to eight weeks.
2.
Two LEMs are scheduled for each of the Sunday services, as well as for
special high-volume services such as Christmas eve, Ash Wednesday, and
Maundy Thursday.
a.
Special services that do not normally have high attendance usually
have only one LEM.
(1)
These include Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day,
Presidents= Day and most funerals.
(a)
LEMs for funerals are usually arranged through
phone calls made to LEMs by the Parish secretary
shortly after the funeral date and time have been set.
3.
At the end of the month, the LEM schedule on the web is published in the
Pohick Post, Sunday Bulletin and E-Post.
a.
The Roster indicates which LEM is to serve as Reader (R) and
which as Prayer Leader (P) for each service.
4.
Reader advanced preparation.
a.
There are three assigned scripture readings (First Reading, Psalm
and Second Reading) for each service (the Psalm may be sung).
(1)
The LEM assigned to be reader should look up the readings
ahead of time, reflect upon them and practice reading them
out loud (for the New Revised Lectionary, do not use the
BCP, which has the old lectionary, but follow the link on
the LEM schedule webpage,
www.pohick.org/lemsched.html; when there is a choice of
OT and Psalm readings, follow Track One).
(a)
We presently use the NRSV translation of the Bible
at Pohick
i)
This is the translation used in the bulletin
inserts and Pulpit Bible (and most of the
pew Bibles, as of this writing).
(b)
The Psalms are printed in the Book of Common
Prayer (BCP), pp. 585B808.
B.
LEMs should check their assignments and make notes of them on their calendars.
C.
If an LEM cannot be present for a Sunday, it is the LEM=s responsibility to call
another LEM and arrange for him or her to take the service, either outright or
through a swap.
1.
Please communicate any changes ASAP to the Parish Secretary so she can
make a note of it in the Sunday bulletin.
D.
If an LEM wakes up sick on a Sunday morning, he or she should have someone
phone the parish office ASAP.
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1.
2.
II.
III.
If no one answers, leave a message in the general voicemail box, detailing
the service you are scheduled to serve.
The clergy will attempt to quickly recruit another LEM to fill-in.
a.
If this is not possible, the second LEM will need to do Adouble
duty,@ i.e., do the readings and the Prayers of the People.
(1)
At communion, when there are two clergy present, the
second priest will take a chalice with the LEM, while the
Celebrant will administer the host.
(2)
When there is only one priest, the priest will take the host
and the LEM the chalice.
Arrival
A.
Ideally, LEMs should arrive 2 hour before the service they are scheduled to
serve.
B.
LEMs vest from the closet opposite the back entrance of the Parish office.
1.
LEMs first put on a black cassock whose length extends to the ankles in
the legs, and whose sleeves extend to the wrists.
2.
They then wear a white surplice over top of the cassock, with the length
again extending about to the wrists.
3.
Use of Pectoral Crosses is optional.
4.
Some LEMs choose to purchase their own vestments, which should be
appropriately tagged for their personal use only.
C.
Wireless microphones (early service only)
1.
The LEMs at the early service will need to wear wireless microphones,
which are found in the LEM mailbox in the main office.
2.
These should first be muted with the button on the top of the unit and then
turned on by pressing and holding the on/off button inside the unit for a
few seconds. The unit should light up.
3.
If the unit fails to turn on, check to see if the batteries are installed
correctly. If they are, trade them out with fresh ones, located in a box on
top of the mailbox (place the depleted batteries in the “need to be charged”
section of the box). Also trade out the batteries if there is only one bar on
the battery charge icon in the LCD window.
4.
The main body of the unit should be clipped to a spot under the vestments
where it can be accessed by hand to un-mute the unit just prior to reading
or leading the prayers (muting the unit afterwards).
5.
The microphone should be threaded through the vestments and clipped
three or four inches below the neck, as centered on the chest as possible.
Service Preparation
A.
LEMs should look over the service bulletin, noting any changes to the usual
routine.
B.
Readers
1.
When there is a bracketed (optional) portion of the scripture in the leaflet,
these are usually read, unless the clergy specify otherwise (which should
also then be reflected in the bulletin).
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Look over the reflections for your reading in A Lector=s Guide &
Commentary (Years A, B, & C found in the LEM closet), noting
any suggestions for vocal emphases.
b.
Check The Harper Collins Bible Pronunciation Guide (also in the
LEM closet) for any difficult words, if you have not done so
already.
Check if the Psalm is to be read (in which case the LEM leads) or sung (in
which case the organist and choir lead).
Decide how the Psalm will be read (if it is not being sung):
a.
In Unison
b.
Responsively by:
(1)
verse
(2)
half-verse.
c.
The LEM has discretion in this, though Psalm 23 should probably
always be said in unison.
a.
2.
3.
C.
Prayer Leader
1.
Note from the bulletin which form of the Prayers of the People is being
used.
a.
At the early service, we have been using the form found in the
service itself (BCP pp. 328B330).
b.
At the 9 am and 11:15 am service (10 am in the summer), one of
the six forms on BCP pp. 383B393 is used.
c.
On Lent I, when the Great Litany is used at the beginning of the
service, no other Prayers of the People form is used after the
Nicene Creed.
d.
During Holy Baptism, the form on pp. 305B306 is used, with the
LEM coming in after the Celebrant introduces the prayers.
(1)
There are no prayer list insertions in this form.
(2)
Make note of the appropriate pronouns by determining the
number and gender of the baptismal candidates.
2.
Note the insertions from the prayer list in the bulletin.
a.
Determine where the insertions should go in the Prayer, using the
guidelines in the appendix of this customary.
b.
Check with the clergy if there have been any last-minute additions.
3.
General Guidelines
a.
Except for prayer list insertions and the use of the Confession in
Form VI, prayers with lines next to them are normally omitted, as
are bracketed words.
(1)
If the confession from Form VI is used, the LEM
introduces the confession; otherwise, the Celebrant adds a
concluding collect and the assisting priest introduces the
confession.
b.
Only first names are normally used from the prayer list, with the
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c.
d.
e.
IV.
V.
possible exception of the prayers for the deceased, where full
names and even relationships might be mentioned.
Remember: Insertions from the prayer list are the offering of
specific prayers and not bulletin announcements of upcoming
events!
Don=t rush through the places where Asilence@ is indicated; a pause
of five to ten seconds is appropriate.
(1)
A pause is also appropriate at the conclusion of each list of
insertions, so that the congregation may add other names.
In addition to the usual insertions for birthdays, healing, etc., there
may be a listing for a wedding anniversary or recently celebrated
marriage—often in conjunction with the flower donation. When
present, place these after the place where birthdays are mentioned
in the various forms of the Prayers of the People.
Gathering
A.
About five minutes prior to the service, the clergy gather with the LEMs and
acolytes in the Upper Foyer of the Parish House for a pre-service prayer.
Entrance
A.
Early Service
1.
The Acolyte leads the two LEMs and the Celebrant in the South door,
pausing for a moment to allow the door to be closed behind.
2.
After the Celebrant gives the signal, the acolyte leads the LEMS, side by
side, and the Celebrant up the South Aisle toward the Altar.
3.
The LEMs flank out in front of the entrance to the sanctuary, allowing
space for the priest to come up behind and stand between them.
4.
When the Celebrant arrives, all bow, and the LEMs move inside the
sanctuary, one to the left and one to the right, prior to the priest=s entry.
a.
There is no preference for which side of the altar the Reader and
Prayer Leader stand.
5.
The LEMs stand, facing the altar for the start of the service.
B.
Later Services
1.
The Acolytes lead the two LEMs and the clergy in the South door, where
the altar party pauses behind the small cross, waiting for the opening
hymn.
2.
After the procession begins, the LEMs, side by side, follow the small cross
up the south aisle, past the altar, and down the north aisle, where they
enter the pulpit box.
a.
The Reader should stand before the chair in front of the lectern,
while the Prayer Leader stands before the bench under the pulpit,
just behind the Reader.
b.
The Assisting Priest (or seminarian) stands before the chair next to
the pulpit stairs.
c.
On Festival Sundays and on Lent 1 (when the Great Litany is said
in procession at the 9 am service), extra circuits around the church
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are normally added; the celebrant will inform you of this in
advance.
VI.
Readings
A.
After the Collect of the Day, the congregation sits, while the Reader remains
standing.
1.
At the Early Service, the reading is done next to the Altar from a Bible, a
Book of Readings, or a Sunday Leaflet inserted into a book. The reader
should un-mute his or her wireless microphone.
2.
At the later services, the reading is done from the lectern, using the fixed
microphone, from the Bible, a Book of Readings, or a Sunday Leaflet held
on top of the lectern Bible.
B.
Introducing the Readings
1.
Normally, there are two readings with a Psalm in between:
a.
First reading: Usually from the Old Testament or Acts.
b.
Second Reading: Usually from one of the Epistles or Revelation.
2.
Introduce each reading using the wording in the Prayer Book:
a.
AA Reading from N. @
(1)
Since at most services everyone has leaflets, citation of the
chapter and verse is not normally necessary.
(2)
Examples of book names:
(a)
AThe Book of Genesis@
(b)
AThe Book of the Prophet Isaiah@
(c)
AThe Acts of the Apostles@
(d)
APaul=s First Epistle [or letter] to the Corinthians@
(e)
AThe Epistle [or letter] to the Hebrews@
(f)
AThe First Epistle [or letter] of John@
(g)
AThe Epistle [or letter] of James@
(h)
AThe Revelation to John@ or AThe Book of
Revelation@
C.
Read the Scripture
1.
Read loudly and clearly, making use of appropriate pauses and voice
inflections and injecting appropriate feeling into the delivery.
D.
Conclude the Reading
1.
After you have finished the reading, pause about three seconds. Then say,
AThe Word of the Lord.@
E.
Introduce the Psalm between the readings
1.
Introduce the Psalm along these lines:
a.
AThe Psalm appointed for today is Psalm 84, found in your bulletin
leaflet. We will read the Psalm [in unison, responsively by
verse/half-verse]@; pause briefly, begin reading Psalm.
b.
If there is no leaflet, announce the page number from the BCP and
give a longer pause before starting.
c.
At the conclusion there is no AGloria.@ Simply pause briefly and
announce the Second Reading, as outlined above.
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F.
VII.
VIII.
IX.
After the Second Reading
1.
In the later services, the Reader should change seats with the Prayer
Leader in the Pulpit Box.
2.
At the early service, the Reader should mute his or her wireless mike.
The Nicene Creed and the Prayers of the People
A.
With the exception of Baptisms (see C. 1. d., above), after the Sermon, the Prayer
Leader should stand to announce the Nicene Creed, at the early service, first unmuting his or her mike, at the later services, speaking into the fixed microphone:
1.
ALet us stand and reaffirm our faith with the words of the Nicene Creed,
found on page 326 (Rite I) / 358 (Rite II).@
2.
Pause a moment and then begin the recitation.
B.
The Prayer Leader then announces the Prayer form:
1.
AThe Prayers of the People [Form N.] are found on page n.@
2.
After a pause, the Prayer Leader begins the prayer, following the
guidelines in Section III.C, above, and in the Appendix.
3.
While the Prayer Leader should project, he or she must always remember
that these are prayers to God, not recitations to the congregation (even
though you should face the congregation, so as to include them in the
prayers).
4.
At the early service, the Prayer Leader should mute his or her wireless
microphone after the prayers have concluded.
5.
In services when the Great Litany is used (Lent 1), this substitutes for the
Prayers of the People.
C.
The Celebrant concludes with a closing collect or absolution (Form VI).
The Offertory
A.
After exchanging the Peace, the LEMs should move to the Altar area, standing on
either side of the altar for the announcements.
1.
This is also the case for the early service, when LEMs may go outside the
sanctuary to exchange the Peace with other members of the congregation.
B.
After the Presentation of the Elements, one of the ushers will hand to one of the
LEMs a slip of paper containing the count; it should be passed on to the
Celebrant.
C.
Following the collection, the LEM on the South side will need to hand the
collection plate to the acolyte, and then receive it back from the Celebrant after
the elevation. It is placed on the nearby flower stand.
The Eucharist and Administration of Communion
A.
LEMs stand on either side of the altar, close to the altar and facing the Celebrant
during the Eucharistic Prayer.
1.
There they participate as members of the congregation.
B.
After the Celebrant has received communion, he or she will administer the bread
and wine to the assisting clergy and the LEMs.
C.
Administration of the Chalice
1.
After receiving communion, each LEM will be handed a filled chalice and
purificator.
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a.
2.
3.
The purificator should be held with the upper fold going back over
the hand (on top of the horizontally positioned index finger) and
the cross facing outward.
b.
This folded portion can be held in place by being tucked between
the ring and middle fingers.
c.
The folded, upper part of the purificator is what is used to wipe the
chalice, as it is positioned away from the communicant, not
exposing to their view wine stains, lipstick stains, etc.
d.
If the purificator becomes excessively stained during the course of
administration, extra purificators can be found inside the burse (top
component of the veiled chalice, which is usually set off to the side
of the altar).
Each LEM administers the chalice on his or her side of the communion
rail, following behind the clergy, who administer the hosts. Note that we
are now offering gluten-free hosts to persons with allergies to gluten. The
clergy should be aware of these persons and will administer to them a host
take from a pyx (small, round container) that the acolyte will place on the
altar.
Reception of the chalice takes place in one of three ways:
a.
Drinking from the Cup
(1)
The LEM maintains hold of the cup and tips it, allowing the
communicant to drink from it.
(a)
Afterwards, the purificator is used to wipe the edge
of the chalice, and the chalice is rotated 1/4 of a
turn.
(2)
As this is being done, the LEM utters one of the Words of
Administration found on pp. 338 (Rite I) or 365 (Rite II).
(a)
LEMs should note which of these words of
Administration their clergy-partner is using,
adopting the parallel one.
b.
Intinction
(1)
The communicant holds up the bread, which the LEM
takes, dips in the wine and places on the tongue of the
communicant.
(2)
If the communicant indicates a desire to dip the host, the
LEM lowers the chalice and allows the bread to be dipped
and received.
(3)
As this is being done, the LEM utters one of the Words of
Administration found on pp. 338 (Rite I) or 365 (Rite II).
(a)
LEMs should note which of these words of
Administration their clergy-partner is using,
adopting the parallel one.
c.
Reception in One Kind
(1)
A communicant receives the host, but then crosses his or
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X.
her arms, indicating they wish to receive only in one kind.
(a)
The LEM does a slight bow and utters one of the
Words of Administration.
LEMs should note which of these words of
Administration their clergy-partner is using,
adopting the parallel one.
1.
Reception of Blessing
a.
If the person at the altar rail receives a blessing from the priest
instead of communion, the LEM bows to them and then passes on
to the next person.
(1)
LEMs should do their best to note when these blessings
occur (typically with young children), so that they do not
mistake this for someone who wishes to receive the cup
(but does not cross his or her arms) or simply to have
reception in one kind.
(a)
When in doubt, quietly ask the person (or nearby
parent) if he or she receives communion.
2.
Administration to the pew-bound
a.
At the end of communion, if the ushers indicate the need to take
communion to someone in a pew, a priest and LEM go out to the
person and administer the sacrament there, returning afterwards to
the sanctuary.
3.
Refilling the Chalice
a.
If a chalice gets low, the LEM goes to the altar where the acolyte
replenishes the wine from the flagon or tankard.
(1)
Indicate to the acolyte how much wine should be poured,
basing this upon the estimated number of people yet to
receive.
4.
Ablutions
a.
After the ushers have received, the LEM should either finish
consuming the wine in their chalice or pass it on to one of the
priests, along with the purificator.
Closing Prayers and Procession
A.
The Closing Prayer
1.
After the closing prayers and blessing, the LEM on the South side hands
the candle snuffer to the acolyte and replaces it after the candles have been
extinguished.
B.
The Closing Procession
1.
When the Crucifer is in position, the LEMs exit from the sanctuary, taking
up flanking positions near the entrance, facing the altar.
a.
The order of the concluding procession is the same as that of the
opening, except at the 9 am service, Sunday School children form
part of the procession, extending its length somewhat.
2.
The Assisting Priest (if any) similarly exits and stands between them on
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the south portion of the intervening space.
3.
Finally, the Celebrant exits and stands between the Assisting Priest and
LEM on the North side. All bow.
4.
The LEM on the North side passes in front of the Celebrant and Assisting
Priest, pairing up with the other LEM and following the Crucifer to the
south door.
C.
The Dismissal and Conclusion of Service
1.
After the Dismissal, the LEMs take the clergies= outer vestments and
Prayer Books, replacing them in their respective offices in the parish
house.
2.
The LEMs replace their vestments in the closets; those at the early service
turn off their wireless microphones (press and hold the on/off switch),
wrap the cord around them, leaving a loop in the wire at the top of a unit,
and replace the units in the LEM mailbox in the main office.
3.
LEMs then join the rest of the congregation for Coffee Hour and/or
Christian Education.
Home Communions
A.
Preliminary Matters
1.
LEMs trained and licensed to give home communions may receive a
request via the parish office to take communion to a parishioner who is in
the hospital or shut-in.
2.
If the LEM is available to make the communion call, he or she should
phone the person to be visited to arrange a meeting time.
3.
The LEM should schedule a time to pick up a communion kit during
office hours, or on Sundays immediately after a service, when either the
office staff or the Altar Guild can allow access to the Sacristy.
B.
Checking the Communion Kit
1.
Once inside the Sacristy, the LEM should take down one of the
communion kits from the upper right cabinets nearest the door.
2.
The kit should be checked to see if it contains:
a.
A small Chalice (communion cup)
b.
A small paten (communion plate)
c.
A pyx (communion host container) with communion bread.
d.
A wine flagon with wine.
e.
A water flagon (not in all kits) with water
f.
A corporal (linen to lay the vessels upon)
g.
A purificator
h.
A pall (cover for the chaliceCnot in all kits).
i.
A spoon (not in all kits) for use in giving communion to someone
who cannot put the bread (or a fragment of it) in their own mouth.
3.
Replacement items:
a.
Linens are in the top, long flat drawer on the left.
b.
Consecrated bread and wine are in the wooden Aumbry (box) on
the left counter top.
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(1)
(1)
4.
C.
Over the uncovered piscina (small sink in right corner), use
a small funnel near the sink to pour communion wine into
the flask from the large flagon.
Likewise for the water, which may be taken from the tap or
from a container.
Place sufficient communion bread from the ciborium
(bread container) into the pyx.
Other Items
a.
Take:
(1)
A Book of Common Prayer
(2)
Sufficient copies of the Sunday scripture leaflet and
bulletin.
(3)
Sufficient copies of the Rite for Visitation.
The Visit
1.
After arriving and greeting the person(s) to be communicated, find a
suitable table to set up the communion.
2.
If there are several persons there and the LEM is unsure how many would
like to receive communion, ask them if they would like to receive
communion, being sure that all are baptized Christians.
a.
The LEM may need to inquire if the person wishes to receive only
the bread or communion by intinction.
3.
Set-up:
a.
Lay-out the corporal on the table, cross up.
b.
Lay-out the paten and chalice on the corporal, placing sufficient
bread on the former and pouring sufficient wine in the latter.
(1)
It is optional for the LEM to receive.
c.
Cover the chalice with the pall (if available).
d.
Set a purificator next to the set-up on the corporal.
4.
The Preparation
a.
Hand out copies of the Rite and Scripture insert.
(1)
In some cases, the person will not be able to use these,
making this step unnecessary.
b.
Ask if there are any special prayer concerns.
5.
The Service
a.
Follow the form in the Rite, praying the collect and reading one or
more of the lessons.
(1)
Normally the Nicene Creed is omitted.
b.
Offer any oral prayers, either extemporaneously, or from the Book
of Common Prayer.
(1)
Appropriate prayers may be found on BCP pp. 458B459
and 810ff. These should be chosen ahead of time, if
possible.
c.
The Confession may be offered and Peace exchanged.
d.
The Lord=s Prayer is always prayed.
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e.
f.
D.
E.
Communion is administered, with the Words of Administration.
Afterwards:
(1)
Drink any leftover wine, pour a little water in the chalice (if
available), drink that as well, and then wipe it out with the
purificator.
(2)
Replace left-over communion bread in the pyx.
g.
Pray the closing prayer and give the dismissal.
h.
Replace all items in the communion kit.
6.
Afterwards
a.
Leave the Sunday bulletin with the person you are visiting, and
offer final good wishes.
After the Visit
1.
Return the kit to the sacristy when there is access, as soon as possible.
2.
Place soiled linens in white plastic bowl, soaking them in water.
3.
Leave the remainder of the kit out on the counter under the window for the
Altar Guild to clean and restock.
Recording the Visit
1.
The Register of Church Services is in the small room in the Rector=s
office.
2.
Obtain access and record the visit.
a.
List each communion service individually by line.
Columns to use:
a.
Record the date and day of the visit.
b.
Under AService@ write ARSC@ for AReserved Sacrament.@
c.
Write the place of the visit (usually AResidence@) and time.
d.
Counting yourself, write the number in attendance at the service
and add that to the running total.
e.
If the visit was on a Sunday or Sat night, use the first set of
AAttendance@ columns.
f.
Otherwise, use the second set.
g.
Under AService Numbers: The Holy Eucharist,@ add to the running
total under the APrivate@ column.
h.
Sign your name in the AOfficiant@ Column.
i.
Write the name of the person(s) visited in the AMemo@ column.
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Appendix: Prayers of the People Insertion Guidelines
I.
II.
Prayers of the People in Rite I
A.
Bishops: p. 329 par. 2, A[especially Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael,
our Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops;]@
B.
Sick: p. 329, par. 6, A. . . and succor [those in our parish who are ill, hospitalized,
or in need of our prayers, especially N., etc].@
C.
Birthdays: p. 330, before par. 1, A[We pray for all those celebrating birthdays this
week, especially N., etc.].@ Followed by prayers for Armed Forces and other US
service personnel (when present).
D.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 330, before par.
1 (see C, above), A[We offer our prayers on behalf of our members who serve our
country and their families, particularly those overseas: N., etc.. . . ].@ Followed by
Other prayers.
E.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 330, before
par. 1 (see D, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle
of Prayer.
F.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 330, before par. 1 (see E, above), A[We pray for the
Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees],
synods [sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for N. Church
. . ., N. Church, etc.].
G.
Departed: p. 330, par 1, A[especially N. etc.].@
H.
Note: in this form, when congregational responses are noted in the bulletin (e.g.,
“Lord, in your mercy; hear our prayer), the Prayer Leader says these after each
petition.
Form I
A.
Bishops: p. 384, par. 1 A especially Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael,
our Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops; and for all . .
.@
B.
Sick: p. 384, par. 7, A. . . for the sick and the suffering, [especially N. etc.], let us
pray to the Lord.@
C.
Birthdays: p. 384, par 8 AFor [all those celebrating birthdays this week, especially
N. etc.] , let us pray to the Lord.@ Followed by prayers for the Armed Forces and
other US service personnel (when present).
D.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 384, par 8 (see
C, above) AFor [We offer our prayers on behalf of our members who serve our
country and their families, particularly those overseas: N. etc.], let us pray to the
Lord.@ Followed by Other prayers.
E.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 384, before
par. 8 (see D, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle
of Prayer.
F.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 384, par 8, (see E, above) AFor [the Lutheran,
Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees], synods
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III.
IV.
[sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for N. Church . . ., N.
Church, etc.], let us pray to the Lord.@
G.
Departed: p. 384, par. 10, A. . . in the hope of the resurrection, [especially N. etc.],
and for all the departed . . . @
Form II
A.
Bishops: p. 385 last par. A. . . throughout the world; especially Justin, Archbishop
of Canterbury, Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted
our Bishops;@
B.
Departed: p. 386, par 4, AEspecially N. etc.].@
C.
Sick: p. 386, par. 5, AI ask your prayers for those in our parish who are ill,
hospitalized, or in need of our prayers, especially [N., etc].@
D.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 386, par 6, AI ask
your prayers for [our members who serve our country and their families,
particularly those overseas: N., etc.].@ Followed by Other prayers.
E.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 386, before
par. 6 (see D, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle
of Prayer.
F.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 386, par. 6 (see E, above), AI ask your prayers for
[the Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-osees], synods [sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for N.
Church . . ., N. Church, etc.]. Followed by birthday thanksgivings.
G.
Birthdays: p. 386, par. 7 (see E, above), AI ask your thanksgivings for [all those
celebrating birthdays this week, especially N., etc.].@
Form III
A.
Bishops: p. 387 par. 3, AWe pray for especially Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury,
Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops; and
for all priests and deacons;@
B.
Sick: p. 387, after last par. AWe pray for those in our parish who are ill,
hospitalized, or in need of our prayers, [especially N., etc].
C.
Departed: p. 387,after last par. AWe pray for those in our parish who have died,
[especially N., etc].@
D.
Birthdays: p. 387, after last par., AWe give thanks for all those celebrating
birthdays this week, [especially N., etc.].@ Followed by prayers for the Armed
Forces and other US service personnel (when present).
E.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 387, after last
par. (see D, above), AWe prayer for our members who serve our country and their
families, particularly those overseas: N., etc.@ Followed by Other prayers.
F.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 87, after last
par. (see D, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle of
Prayer.
G.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 387, after last par. (see F, above), AWe pray for the
Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees],
synods [sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for [N.
Church . . ., N. Church, etc.].
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V.
Form IV
A.
Bishops: p. 388 par. 1, A. . . and reveal your glory in the world, especially for
Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and for
Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops;@ add Diocesan Cycle of Prayer after this.
B.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 388, par. 1 (see A, above), AWe pray also for the
Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees],
synods [sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for [N.
Church . . ., N. Church, etc.].
C.
Birthdays: p. 388, last par. , A . . . as he loves us. [We pray especially for all those
celebrating birthdays this week, especially N., etc.].@ Followed by prayers for
those in the Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present).
D.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 388, last par.
(see C, above), AWe pray also for our members who serve our country and their
families, particularly those overseas: N., etc.].@ Followed by Other prayers.
E.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 388, last par.
(see D, above). Use language in bulletin.
F.
Sick: p. 389, par. 1, AComfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or
spirit, [especially N., etc].@
G.
Departed: p. 389, par 2, A. . . all who have died, [especially N. etc.], that your will
...@
VI.
Form V
A.
Bishops: p. 390 par. 1: AFor Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our
Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops; for all bishops . .
.@
B.
Sick: p. 390, last par., A. . . and for all who suffer, [especially N., etc]; for refugees
. . .@
C.
Birthdays: p. 391, par. 5, AFor [all those celebrating birthdays this week,
especially N., etc.], we pray to you , O Lord.@ Followed by prayers for those in the
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present).
D.
Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 391, par 5 (see
C, above) AFor [our members who serve our country and their families,
particularly those overseas: N., etc.], we pray to you, O Lord.@ Followed by Other
prayers.
E.
Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 391, par. 5
(see D, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle of
Prayer.
F.
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 391, par. 5, (see E, above) AFor [the Lutheran,
Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees], synods
[sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for N. Church . . ., N.
Church, etc.], we pray to you, O Lord.@
G.
Departed: p. 391, par 6, AFor all who have died in the communion of your church
[especially N. etc.] . . .@
Form VI
A. Bishops: p. 392 par. 7, AFor [Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our
Presiding Bishop, and for Shannon, Susan, and Ted our Bishops; and for] all bishops
and other ministers.@
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B. Sick: p. 392, after par. 8 (AFor the special needs . . . @), A[We pray for those in our
parish who are ill, hospitalized, or in need of our prayers, especially N., etc]. Follow
with Prayers for those in the Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when
present).
C. Armed Forces and other US service personnel (when present): p. 392, after par. 8 (see
B, above), A[We pray for our members who serve our country and their families,
particularly those overseas: N., etc.].@ Followed by Other Prayers.
D. Other prayers (Disasters, Persecuted Church, etc., when present), p. 392, after par. 8
(see C, above). Use language in bulletin. Followed by the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer.
E. Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: p. 392, after par. 8 (see D, above), A[We pray for the
Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Methodist dioceses [di'-o-sees],
synods [sin'-eds] and conferences in Virginia and their bishops, and for N. Church . .
., N. Church, etc.].
F. Birthdays: p. 393, after par. 1, A[We pray for all those celebrating birthdays this week,
especially N., etc.].@
G. Departed: p. 393, after par 3, A[We pray especially for N. etc.].
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Glossary
Aumbry. A small cabinet for storing consecrated bread and wine (and holy oil). Normally, there
is a candle nearby, signifying the presence of Christ in the sacrament. When this cabinet is
physically attached to an altar, it is referred to as a tabernacle.
Breadbox. A box containing the communion bread.
Burse. A top-piece to the veiled chalice. It contains extra purificators inside (as well as the
corporal, if it is not already set-up).
Cassock. Black vestment used by Assistants in a worship service (as well as by the Officiant in
the Daily Office). Usually worn with a surplice over top.
Cassock-Alb. White vestment worn by the celebrant and the lead acolyte.
Celebrant. The priest or bishop leading the service of Holy Communion. When there is more
than one celebrant (concelebrants), there is always one chief celebrant, who prays all the words
of the Eucharistic Prayer.
Chalice. The communion cup.
Chancel. In gothic churches, the area between the nave and the sanctuary, where the choir
normally sits, as well as the clergy for the first part of the service. Colonial churches have no
chancel, though sometimes the sanctuary is (mistakenly) referred to with this term.
Chasuble. Outer vestment worn by the celebrant (and concelebrants) at communion. Its color
matches that of the liturgical season or day.
Ciborium. A vessel containing consecrated bread. It looks like a chalice with a lid.
Cincture. Belt worn around the cassock-alb; often made of white rope.
Communicant. Baptized Christian who receives communion.
Concelebrant. A clergy person who celebrates the communion service with the chief celebrant.
Cope. Festival vestment worn by clergy at special celebrations.
Corporal. A white linen laid out underneath the chalice and paten on the altar.
Crozier. Bishop=s staff, representing the bishop=s role as shepherd of a diocese.
Cruet. A small flagon.
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Dean. Overseer of a region (or a Cathedral or Seminary). Addressed as AThe Very Reverend . .
.@.
Diocese. An administrative area of the church overseen by a bishop.
Flagon. A vessel containing either wine or water in a communion service.
Intinction. Receiving communion by dipping the host in the wine.
Lectionary. A series of assigned readings for the Church year. There is a Sunday lectionary, for
Sunday communion readings (see BCP p. 888ff), and a Daily Office lectionary for Morning and
Evening Prayer services (see BCP p. 934ff).
Liturgical Colors. Colors reflecting the church calendar: Purple (penitence) for Lent and Advent
(the latter might instead be Light Blue (for Mary)); White (purity, splendor) for Christmas,
Easter, Saints= Days, Baptisms and other Holy Days; Red (fire, blood) for Holy Week, Pentecost,
Ordinations and Martyrs Days; Green (growth) for ANormal time,@ i.e., the Sundays in Epiphany
and Pentecost seasons.
Mitre. Pointed hat worn by bishops. Signifies the Atongues of fire@ of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2).
Nave. The main body of the church where the congregation sits.
NRSV. New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
Officiant. The leader of a non-eucharistic worship service.
Pall. The square cover placed on top of the chalice. It keeps insects from the communion wine.
Also, the covering placed over a casket during a funeral.
Paten. The communion plate holding the bread.
Piscina. A special sink going straight into the ground. Excess consecrated wine is poured into it.
Proanaphora. Part of the communion service prior to the Eucharistic Prayer.
Purificator. A linen used for wiping the chalice during the administration of communion.
Pyx. A small container holding (usually consecrated) communion bread.
Region. In the Diocese of Virginia, a smaller area of the diocese overseen by a Dean.
Revised Common Lectionary. Ecumenically agreed collection of Sunday morning scripture
readings that follow a three year cycle. Year A follows St. Matthew, Year B, St. Mark, Year C,
St. Luke (Advent 2015 – Pentecost 2016), with St. John interspersed through all three years.
Fully adopted by the Episcopal Church in the Advent Season of 2007. It differs from the old
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Episcopal lectionary mainly in changes made to the first reading during the Pentecost season.
Sacristy. Room where communion vessels and supplies are stored.
Sanctuary. The area inside the altar rail. In colonial churches, sometimes (mistakenly) called a
chancel.
Stole. Narrow strip of fabric worn by clergy. Deacons wear theirs across the left shoulder, while
priests and bishops wear theirs draped around their necks. When more than one clergy person is
celebrating communion, sometimes the chief celebrant crosses the stole in the front. Stoles match
the liturgical color of the season or day.
Surplice. Top, white vestment worn over a cassock by assistants in worship services (as well as
by the Officiant in the Daily Office).
Synod. A gathering of bishops.
Tankard. Large flagon containing extra consecrated or unconsecrated communion wine.
Veiled Chalice. The communion set-up, which includes the chalice, purificator, paten, pall,
covering veil and burse (in that order).
Words of Administration. Word spoken to communicants when given communion.