Final Preparation - Multiple Choice Flashcards
Four parts of an introit
- Antiphon
- Psalm
- Gloria Patri
- Antiphon
Which Divine Service settings DO NOT have a prayer of thanksgiving?
DS3, DS5
Which Divine Service settings HAVE a prayer of thanksgiving
DS1, DS2, DS4
Why did Luther retain Confession and Absolution in the reformation?
For the sake of absolution (the forgiveness of sins).
Confession leads to absolution in the Christian life.
Describe indicative-operative absolution.
The pastor is speaking in God’s place.
Describe the declaration of grace.
This is just a statement of fact that reminds you of forgiveness rather than doing it right there in the moment.
When did the post communion canticle get added to the DS?
The Nunc Dimittis was added in the 16th century.
Note: It was always part of compline.
What is the most important reading to look at first when planning a service?
The Gospel
Why can the English word “worship” be problematic for Lutherans?
The term “worship” gives a sense of us giving praise to God and doing something for God.
What are the two meanings of Gottesdienst?
This German word can be translated as a subjective or objective genitive. Meaning is God the subject (the doer) or the object (the receiver).
Which settings of the divine service have a fixed preface?
All of them since they share the same preface.
What are the two liminal moments in the divine service?
- Salutation and Collect
- The offering and offertory
Which settings of the divine service have a fixed PROPER preface?
DS4 and DS5.
They do not give options to say a Proper Preface that is appropriate to the day or season.
What is the difference between close and closed communion?
There is no difference between the terms.
Where did Luther get most of hymn melodies?
From the ancient church.
Called bar form.
When are the two appropriate times for a baptism to occur
Confession and Absolution
OR
The Creed
What does liminal mean?
“Passing between things” or “a threshold of a doorway”
Best practices for conducting a commital
- Pastor should be the first one there
- Pastor should be the last to leave - some people may stay until the body is lowered, so you should stay there too.
- Pastor should lead the casket, preferably with a processional cross if possible.
- Honors follow after for verterans.
- Be mindful of weather (for the committal).
What are the origins for Divine service 3?
The common service in 1888.
What are the origins for Divine service 4?
Developed for the hymnal supplement in 98.
What are the origins for Divine Service 1 and 2?
Identical texts, but different music was developed in the 1970s.
True or False: Luther got most of his hymns from bar tunes?
False
What is the oldest event in the church year?
Easter (pascha) - Celebrated around 100 AD.
What are the origins for Divine service 5?
Based on Luther’s German mass in 1526.
What is the first and last prayer offices?
Lauds to Matins
What is the time of day for Matins?
Midnight (12AM)
What is the time of day for Lauds?
Dawn (2AM/3AM)
What is the time of day for Prime?
Sunrise (6AM)
What is the time of day for Terce?
Mid-morning (9AM)
What is the time of day for Sext?
Midday (12PM - Noon)
What is the time of day for None?
Mid-afternoon (3PM)
What is the time of day for Vespers?
Sunset (6PM)
What is the time of day for Compline?
Retiring (9PM)
