Fourfold Order of Worship

Question 1

Four general parts to the sequence emerged:

1. Gathering (sometimes called entrance)
2. …
3. …
4. Sending (sometimes called …)

Answer 1

Word
Table
dismissal

Question 2

The fourfold order has precedence in Scripture and in early church history.

1. We … into God’s presence
2. We hear God …
3. We celebrate at God’s Table (respond to the …)
4. We are dismissed

Answer 2

enter
speak
word

Question 3

The purpose of the sending is for worshippers to be empowered by a blessing *benediction) and to do God’s will *charge). The benediction is a … The sending is the charge. We are blessed for a … A good charge will provide the feeling of being sent.

Answer 3

blessing

purpose