CHAPTER III

A. Corporate Worship

It is necessary, unless providentially hindered, for spiritual growth that Christians gather for corporate worship. Christians normally worship on the Lord's Day, in a building set aside as a house of worship. However, in addition, they may worship at any time or place agreeable to those who gather.
The particular form which is employed will be designed, keeping in mind not only the time and location for the service of worship, but the needs and circumstances of the congregation. This is the responsibility of the session and the minister who leads the service.
The use of an orderly form for the service of worship on the Lord's Day is most desirable. Such a form should reflect our Protestant heritage in the Reformed and Presbyterian tradition. There is no set form required by our Church, but should include acts of worship set forth in The Nature of Worship (paragraph 3).

B. Individual and Family Worship

Equally necessary for spiritual growth is daily worship, privately as an individual, and as a family in the home.
There should be the reading of Scripture and prayer. Other materials and activities may enhance the worship experience.
Christian families should set aside some time each day to worship God. The head of the home should see that this is done.