A Form of Commitment
to Christian Service

*This form may be used when a person wishes to make or renew a 
commitment to the service of Christ in the world, either in general 
terms, or upon undertaking some special responsibility.*

*It is essential that the person seeking to make or renew a commitment 
prepare in advance, in consultation with the celebrant, the Act of 
Commitment, which may be in the form either of a statement of intention 
or of a series of questions and answers, but which should include a 
reaffirmation of baptismal promises.*

*Before the Offertory of the Eucharist, the person comes forward at the 
invitation of the celebrant, and, standing before the congregation, 
makes the Act of Commitment.*


*After this, the Celebrant says these or similar words*

May the Holy Spirit guide and strengthen you, that in this, 
and in all things, you may do God's will in the service 
of the kingdom of his Christ.  Amen.

In the name of this congregation I commend you to this 
work, and pledge you our prayers, encouragement, and 
support.