The
Anglican Church of Canada
Diocese of Huron
London, Ontario, Canada
OUR STYLE OF WORSHIP
The Language of Worship
Here at Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church
we recognize that at various
times in history people have understood and related to God in
different ways. These have been reflected in the images and
language of worship. We receive these expressions as a
reflection of the heritage of faith received by the community.
In our own time, some find that other images of God are meaningful
as found in contemporary translations and inclusive language.
We receive these as a witness of faith added to the heritage that we
pass on to future generations.
We welcome all these, together with more personal and familialexpressions;
our goal is to enrich, not replace, the living tradition of
Christian prayer. Our services may reflect either, or both of
these traditions respecting the various ways in which people express
their experience of God.
The Style of our Worship
The Worship life at Bishop Cronyn Memorial is both varied and
lively. While retaining the dignity and much of the historical
character of Anglican liturgy, the community has developed a relaxed
style that is open to experimentation, and new and meaningful
expressions of our faith that provide opportunities to celebrate
with joy the great moments of life. All the liturgies at
Bishop Cronyn Memorial use the Book of Alternative Services
Contemporary forms.
SUNDAY SERVICES
9:00 a.m.
This said liturgy is celebrated at the nave altar with the community
seated in the front rows on all three sides. It includes a
homily and lay participation for the readings and Prayers of the
People.
10:30 a.m.
The main liturgy of the day is assisted by the gallery choir, with
hymns and anthems. It includes a sermon and from time to time
"laying on of hands" for healing. The music is a balance of traditional and contemporary and includes
both choir and congregational part singing.
Festivals are observed with processions, the occasional use of
incense, special liturgies and on special occasions "carol dancing"
4:00 p.m.
on the 4th Sunday of the Month: Evensong sung by volunteer
choristers from a number of parishes is sung in the chancel.
This is a choral service using the Book of Common Prayer.
4:00 p.m.
on the 5th Sunday of the Month: Evensong sung
by volunteer choristers This is a choral service using the Book of
Alternative Services form for Evening Prayer.
WEEKDAY SERVICES
Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
(September to June) A "Conversation" Eucharist. This liturgy includes simple
contemporary music (with the occasional popular traditional piece),
a discussion around the readings and includes times of silence for reflection
that are marked by the ringing of a "singing bowl".
4th Wednesday of the Month:
A said Eucharist using the B.A.S. contemporary liturgy followed by
breakfast and conversation at a local restaurant.
Saints Days and other Holy Days:
These are observed with appropriate liturgies. Times of
celebrations are listed in the Sunday leaflet and posted on this
website.
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