Myrline M, Campbell
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Affirmation rite of ordination by the officiating pastor, with scriptural references.
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Dear [Name],
I affirm and ordain you as a [minister/pastor/leader] in the service of God and His people. May you be filled with the Holy Spirit and equipped with the gifts and graces necessary for your ministry.
As it is written in 1 Timothy 4:14, "Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you." May you always remember the calling and anointing placed upon your life.
May you walk in the footsteps of Jesus, who said in John 15:16, "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last." May your ministry bear much fruit for the Kingdom of God.
I commission you to preach the Word, to shepherd the flock, and to lead with humility and grace. As it is written in 1 Peter 5:2-4, "Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away."
May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you peace. May you be a faithful servant of God, a light in the darkness, and a vessel of His love and grace.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Congratulations on your ordination, [Name]. May God's blessings be upon you as you embark on this new chapter of your ministry.
I affirm and ordain you as a [minister/pastor/leader] in the service of God and His people. May you be filled with the Holy Spirit and equipped with the gifts and graces necessary for your ministry.
As it is written in 1 Timothy 4:14, "Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you." May you always remember the calling and anointing placed upon your life.
May you walk in the footsteps of Jesus, who said in John 15:16, "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last." May your ministry bear much fruit for the Kingdom of God.
I commission you to preach the Word, to shepherd the flock, and to lead with humility and grace. As it is written in 1 Peter 5:2-4, "Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away."
May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you peace. May you be a faithful servant of God, a light in the darkness, and a vessel of His love and grace.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Congratulations on your ordination, [Name]. May God's blessings be upon you as you embark on this new chapter of your ministry.
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Officiating Pastor:
In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the authority vested in me by the Holy Spirit and the congregation, I affirm and ordain [candidate's name] as a [office being ordained to].
Scripture References:
- Acts 13:1-3 - "Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers: Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away."
- 1 Timothy 4:14 - "Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery."
- 2 Timothy 1:6 - "Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands."
Statement of Ordination:
[Candidate's name], you have been called by God and recognized by this congregation to serve in the office of [office being ordained to]. In this role, you are charged to:
- Proclaim the Word of God faithfully and diligently.
- Lead the congregation in worship and prayer.
- Offer pastoral care and guidance to those in need.
- Oversee the spiritual growth and well-being of the church.
- Uphold the tenets of our faith and promote unity within the body of Christ.
Charge:
As you fulfill this ordination, may you do so with humility, faithfulness, and love. May your ministry be a blessing to this church and to the wider community. May you walk in obedience to God's calling and be a vessel of His grace and truth.
Apostolic Blessing:
May the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and your ministry. Amen.
In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the authority vested in me by the Holy Spirit and the congregation, I affirm and ordain [candidate's name] as a [office being ordained to].
Scripture References:
- Acts 13:1-3 - "Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers: Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away."
- 1 Timothy 4:14 - "Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery."
- 2 Timothy 1:6 - "Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands."
Statement of Ordination:
[Candidate's name], you have been called by God and recognized by this congregation to serve in the office of [office being ordained to]. In this role, you are charged to:
- Proclaim the Word of God faithfully and diligently.
- Lead the congregation in worship and prayer.
- Offer pastoral care and guidance to those in need.
- Oversee the spiritual growth and well-being of the church.
- Uphold the tenets of our faith and promote unity within the body of Christ.
Charge:
As you fulfill this ordination, may you do so with humility, faithfulness, and love. May your ministry be a blessing to this church and to the wider community. May you walk in obedience to God's calling and be a vessel of His grace and truth.
Apostolic Blessing:
May the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and your ministry. Amen.
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