Silent Lord's Supper

I planned this service in 1995.

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Please enter into tonight’s service humbly in silence and meditation. There will be no words spoken, so you need to follow the bulletin closely. We pray that this service will be a meaningful one for you.

Come in …be seated …be still for a season …pray …and reflect with us upon the matchless love and grace of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Not a word will be spoken during this entire service. The only sound will be that of the piano as some familiar hymns of Christmas and Calvary are played.

“Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord.” (Zechariah 2:13 KJV)

Prelude

“Kings of Orient”

Removal of the Cloth

“What Child Is This”

Scripture Meditation

“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” (John 8:12 NIV)

“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16 NIV)

Silent Prayer

Thank the Father for the “unspeakable gift” of His Son. Praise Him for so great a salvation. Pray by name for the salvation of those who need to see the light.

Lighting of the Candle

“Pass It On”

Scripture Meditation

“Surely He hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem Him smitten of God and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed.

“All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way, and the Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:4-6 KJV)

Silent Prayer

As you confess your sins, by name, remember that it was for these Christ shed His blood and died. Rejoice and be thankful you are forgiven!

The Blessing of the Bread

“Let Us Break Bread Together”

Scripture Meditation

“Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.” (Hebrews 9:22b NIV)

“For you know that it was not with perishable things such as gold and silver that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect” (1 Peter 1:18,19 NIV)

“And the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.” (1 John 1:7 NIV)

Silent Prayer

Thank God for the blessings which Calvary affords: forgiveness, salvation, adoption into God’s family, a sure inheritance beyond description, access to God’s throne.

The Blessing of the Cup

“Power in the Blood Medley”

Scripture Meditation

“For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.” (1 Corinthians 11:26 NIV)

“Take …Eat …This is my Body”

Families are asked to come forward to the front at this time and partake of the elements of the Lord’s Supper in the same manner as recorded in scripture of the last supper: break off a piece of bread and dip it into the cup of juice—then eat.

“Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”

Time of Encouragement

We encourage all Believers to renew their commitment to the Lord and to reaching others. Join us as we light our candles as a symbol of this commitment.

“Stille Nacht”

Postlude

“Joy to the World”

As you silently leave, please reflect on the meaning and purpose of this observance of the Lord’s Supper. May God bless you and keep you.