Liturgy of the New Apostolic Church

1.1.1 Beginning of the divine service

Opening hymn

Commencement in the triune name of God:

“In the name of God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.”

Opening prayer

Reading of the Bible text

Musical contribution

Reading of passage from the Bible1 [2] (as specified):

Recommended introduction: 
„We will now hear a Bible reading.“

Musical contribution after the Bible reading (optional)


[2] If there is a reading from the Catechism, this will be mentioned accordingly.