Case 14 · Worship & Sacraments · Session

Pressure for an Open Prayer Circle in the Service

A number of members want an unscripted open-microphone prayer circle built into the main service each week.

Discussion Questions

1

Which starting analysis most responsibly identifies the governing principle before prudential questions are weighed?

2

Which next course best guards ordered worship while still discharging the session's teaching responsibility?

3

Which result most faithfully preserves reverence, peace, and principled clarity in public worship?

Scripture Cited

  • 1 Corinthians 14:33
  • 1 Timothy 2:1-2
  • Acts 2:42

Constitutional Reference

Directory of Public Worship · Corporate Order · Pastoral Care

If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone.

Matthew 18:15