That bind us together in the larger body of Christ. With the faith–filled communities to which they are going,Īnd the prayers we offer are an expression of the ties This commissioning and sending will strengthen the bonds we maintain ![]() To serve the needs of the Church throughout the world. Today we also send our sisters and brothers To assist those who were already of the household of faithĪnd those who did not yet believe in Christ. The early church eagerly sent its members to other peoples, ![]() That the Holy Spirit set apart Saul and Barnabas for the work of mission,Īnd the church at Antioch, after fasting and praying, ![]() We are reliving a practice of the early church. This order is used by The General Board of Global Ministries for commissioning persons to the office of missionary.Īs we take part in this celebration of blessing and commissioning,
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