The Principles of Divine Service

At the Reformation, every service, not the Eucharist alone, became a complete act of devotion, containing all the elements of worship. The principles sought are based on Holy Scripture, supremely in I Peter and Hebrews. The primary act is penitence but this should not be too detailed, being corporate, followed by pardon and supplication. The Psalms have a high place. Scripture should be read consecutively and a lectionary is desirable. The crowning act is intercession, although not too detailed nor too long.