In my experience in parish ministry, it occasionally seemed that the prayers and services contained in such service books as the Book of Needs were too lengthy for a medical or emergency setting. Thus this little book. As the title suggests, it is intended for use only in emergency situations, where time is of the essence. Where time permits, I highly recommend that the longer prayers and services of the various service books be utilized instead.

In my experience in parish ministry, it occasionally seemed that the prayers and services contained in such service books as the Book of Needs were too lengthy for a medical or emergency setting. Thus this little book. As the title suggests, it is intended for use only in emergency situations, where time is of the essence. Where time permits, I highly recommend that the longer prayers and services of the various service books be utilized instead.

A selection of prayers and services for use by Orthodox Christian clergy in emergency or other situations where time is of the essence.

Comprising The Most Important Of The Private And Public Prayers, Services Of The Dominical Feasts Of The Distinguished Saints, And Of All Sundays Of The Year, In The Order Ordained By The Holy Orthodox Church Of Christ.

This revised, expanded edition of the Common Worship President’s Edition contains everything to celebrate Holy Communion Order One throughout the church year. It combines relevant material from the original President’s Edition with Eucharistic material from Times and Seasons, Festivals and Pastoral Services, and the Additional Collects.