Liturgies in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark

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Liturgy of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark

Sunday Service, Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage, Blessing of Civil Marriage, Funeral.

Marriage of two persons of the same sex

Parts of the ritual – the Exchange of Vows and Pronouncement, the Proclamation, the Lord’s Prayer and the Blessing – are authorised. The rest of the ritual is intended as a guide.

Church blessing of civil same-sex marriage

Parts of the ritual – the declaration that the couple wish for God’s blessing, the Lord’s Prayer and the Blessing – are authorised. The rest of the ritual is intended as a guide.

Suggestions for readings at same-sex marriage

It is suggested that reading(s) from the Bible be chosen in consultation between the pastor and the couple. The chosen text(s) may be read by the couple’s family, friends or by the pastor. It is also suggested that if a reading from the Old Testament is chosen, then a text from the New Testament should also be read.