Source document for Sunday worship at st-barnabas-odessa.

Service Details

• Time: Sundays at 10:45 AM.
• Format: Holy Eucharist (Communion / Mass), closely mirroring the Catholic liturgical tradition.
• Online Adaptations: Services are broadcast online via the church's Facebook page.

Liturgical Structure

1. Liturgy of the Word:
   • Readings: Old Testament, Psalm, New Testament (Epistle), and Gospel.
   • Sermon: Typically delivered by the chaplain.
   • Nicene Creed recital.
   • Prayers, confession of sin, and pronouncement of absolution.
   • Passing of the Peace: Congregation greets each other (handshakes, hugs).
2. Liturgy of the Table (Communion):
   • Congregation gathers at the altar rail to receive bread and wine.
   • Open Communion: All baptized Christians are welcome to receive.
   • Concluding blessing over the congregation by the priest.