These services of dedication arise from the United Church of Zambia but might be used elsewhere with minimal adaptation. They have been written by ministry students attending the United Church of Zambia University in Mindolo. Explanation & Context Congregations in the United Church of Zambia often have 2000-5000 members from which arise numerous choirs. A […]
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Choir Dedication Liturgy — Zambia
Call to Worship ‘Make a joyful noise to the LORD all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness. Come into God’s presence with singing.’ Statement of Purpose I welcome you all in the name of Jesus. We are gathered today to dedicate the ‘Amazing Choir’. Hymns O Jesus I have promised (Bemba/English Hymnals 183) […]
Read full textCall to Worship — Thomas Bwalya, Zambia
Call to worship Be exalted O God above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth. All: Come, let us worship our God. I invite you all dear, parents, brothers and sisters to stand with me and sing hymn number _____ as we open our service. Thomas Bwalya is a ministry student United […]
Read full textOpening prayer of praise and confession — Ian Kapembwa, Zambia
Almighty and everlasting creator, redeemer and sustainer of our lives, the true and only wise God, we thank you for the marvellous works of your hand. Indeed, they signify how great you are. The morphological design of earth describes the splendour of your beauty. Gracious and merciful God, despite your goodness toward humanity we have […]
Read full textPsalm 121 – rising from Zambia
Psalm 121 – rising from Zambia* When I am in search of a solution, from place to place, It is only found in God The Creator of the Universe. God provides ultimate protection No matter the challenge. For God remains watchful in all times. God who watches over nature will always be with us. God […]
Read full textPsalm 46:1-11 – voices of Zambia
Our Creator who is our protector and power and ever with us, Even when the economy depreciates and political scandal rises, Will not be shaken. God is the source of happiness. Your word brings joy to us. Your presence will always be with us to render help. At the sound of your voice troubles come […]
Read full textPsalm 121 1-4, 7-8 renewed — United Church of Zambia University
New voices from Zambia… In times of despair I look to Victoria Falls and the mighty Zambezi river, Where does my help come from? My help and comfort come from you, Creator of all things. You protect me from any form of accident. You are ever alert, watching over me. I will never be harmed […]
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