Celebration of a
New Ministry


*A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*


The Institution

*The Wardens, standing before the bishop with the new minister, say 
these or similar words*

Bishop &N., we have come together today to welcome &N.&N., 
who has been chosen to serve as Rector of (name of church).  
We believe that he is well qualified, and that he has been 
prayerfully and lawfully selected.

*The Bishop may read the Letter of Institution, or else may state the 
purpose of the new ministry.*


*The Bishop then says*

&N., do you, in the presence of this congregation, commit 
yourself to this new trust and responsibility?

*New minister*  I do.


*The Bishop then addresses the congregation*

Will you who witness this new beginning support and uphold 
&N. in this ministry?

*People*  We will.