Augsburg Fortress

Occasional Services for the Assembly is the second volume of services, readings, and prayers in the Evangelical Lutheran Worship family, complementing Pastoral Care. Commended for use by the ELCA Church Council in 2009, this book contains more than 60 services and 200 prayers relating to congregational life that are normally used in the gathering of God's people for worship. Featuring a durable hardcover format, silver edging, and ribbons, the volume is designed to be suitable for use in public worship. Also available as an eBook.

Note: The services of Ordination and Installation for ministers of word and sacrament (pastors) as well as ministers of word and service (deacons) have been revised by the ELCA for use beginning January 1, 2020, replacing the services included on pages 187-246 in this volume. The newly-authorized rites are available at elca.org/resources/worship.