Dear Christian friends: Baptized into the priesthood of Christ, we all are called to offer ourselves to the Lord of the Church in Thanksgiving for what he has done and continues to do for us. It is our privilege to recognize and support those who are engaged in the work of this congregation, especially those in the ministry of_______________. The following persons, having been elected (by the congregation) to the positions of leadership, are asked to come forward as their offices and names are read.