The Benediction
Public worship should be concluded with a solemn blessing upon the saints.
The benediction is a pronouncement, not a prayer of adjournment, and should never become a mere formality for dismissing the congregation. The bestowing of the blessing of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, is a high and holy privilege. The congregation should wait quietly and reverently to receive the benediction.
-The Directory for Public Worship of the RPCNA |
