The Church of St. John the Divine
Liturgy Committee
Terms of Reference

Preamble:

The Liturgy committee operates under the Anglican tradition in which the Bishop, and the clergy, as the Bishop's representatives, have unique responsibility for worship.

Terms of Reference:

1. The committee acts as a forum for discussion of topics related to all aspects of worship, including:
   1. Liturgical expressions of the faith
   2. Liturgical processes
      • Liturgical use of space
      • Liturgical ceremony
      • Liturgical drama
      • Liturgical music
      • Liturgical art
      • Liturgical reading
      • Liturgical preaching
   3. Liturgical administration
      • Servers
      • Chalice bearers
      • Sacristans
      • Honorary clergy
      • Physical setup
      • Bulletins
2. The committee is responsible for the education of the Parish Council and Congregation regarding liturgical matters.
3. The committee is responsible for the analysis of existing liturgy and recommendations to clergy for change where necessary.
4. The committee may develop and initiate new liturgical forms of worship.
5. The committee should be aware of and communicate with the following existing committees:
   • Chancel guild
   • 10:00 Choir committee
6. The committee stresses the importance of consultation with the Music Director in all musical matters.
7. The committee will encourage and support Anglican/Lutheran worship cooperative opportunities and other ecumenical relationships
8. The committee will encourage and support interfaith explorations, especially with Temple Emmanuel synagogue and the Muslim mosque.