Sermon

God’s word and will is proclaimed to the congregation in the divine service.

The word of God is, first and foremost, the content recorded in Holy Scripture. The sermon must be oriented to this. The foundation of the sermon is thus a previously selected Bible text. The Chief Apostle provides the ministers with notes for interpretation of this passage (Divine Service Guide) so that they can prepare themselves for the divine services.

The sermon delivered by the officiant is not to exceed a maximum duration of 15 to 20 minutes. The sermon is concluded with “Amen”. In each case, the congre­gation responds with “Amen”.

Musical contribution when calling ministers to assist

If possible, there should be a musical contribution after the main sermon and when other ministers are called to assist.

Assisting ministers

Assisting ministers should not serve for more than five minutes each. These con­ tributions to the sermon are completed by “Amen”. In each case, the congre­ gation responds with “Amen”.

Musical contribution following the sermon part (optional)

The sermon part can be concluded with a musical contribution.