Super Bowl Sunday **Order of Service** Holy Eucharist XXXII The Setting Forth of the Rules A. Any acolyte found to be in illegal motion will be assessed a 5-yard penalty or the loss of a candle. B. Offering plates may be lateraled; the peace may be passed C. The liturgist may hand-off to the Lay Reader for the Lessons, provided changes in audible signs are clearly given. D. A sermon in excess of 18 minutes will be regarded as "Delay of Service" and the preacher may lose possession of the pulpit. E. Gate receipts may be gathered during the half-time show. F. Ushers may blitz either the liturgist or preacher only during announcements. G. Unconfirmed communicants (ineligible receivers) may be placed on wafers. H. The liturgist may be awarded 3 points for correctly announcing the Super Bowl Sunday alternative title: Conversion of St. Paul. Prior to the Entrance Hymn, the pastors will toss a coin. The winner may elect to be the preacher or liturgist; the loser may elect to defend the pulpit or lectern. THE ENTRANCE HYMN "A Multitude Comes From the East and West" THE LESSONS Ex. 14:22 Israelites make quarterback sneak across the Red Sea Eph. 6:14-17 Suiting up in the proper equipment Matt 28:16-20 Sending out the team THE HYMN OF THE DAY "Pass It On" THE SERMON (Play by play of God's Game Plan) HALFTIME ACTIVITIES THE DISTRIBUTION If the Pastor is trapped behind the communion railing, the laity score a safety and the remainder of the service will be played out on the chancel steps. THE 2-MINUTE WARNING (played by the chimes) THE BENEDICTION and CLOSING CHEERS