Here is the order of our church services:
Prelude, usually from a CD
Welcome and praise: the singing of praise songs led by the guitarists in the church, followed by a welcome message from an elder. The elders and speaker usually go to the platform during the final praise song.
Theme for worship: congregation sings "Open Our Eyes," which is printed in the bulletin for the benefit of visitors.
Invocation
Praise & Prayer Requests from the congregation
Prayer: both preceded and followed by the singing of a response called "Quiet Moment"
Return of tithes & offerings
Children's time: when the pastor is present, he leads the children in singing some of their favorite Sabbath School songs before the story
Special Music
Sermon
Closing Hymn
Benediction
Postlude by pianist or from a CD
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The Lord is the strength of my life and my portion forever.