Calvin: The Form Of Church Prayers, Strassburg Liturgy (1545) Part Ii

Source: The Complete Library of Christian Worship, Robert E. Webber, General Editor

Although there is considerable diversity within the Reformed community, it is fair to say that the ideas of John Calvin strongly influenced Reformed worship practice. Calvin's Strassburg Liturgy is presented below.

We pray thee also, O faithful Father and Saviour, for all those whom thou hast ordained pastors of thy faithful people, to whom thou hast intrusted the care of souls and the ministry of thy holy Gospel. Direct and guide them by the Holy Spirit, that they be found faithful...

 

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