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    The Ordinal from The Alternative Service Book 1980
    (as amended in 2000)
     
    A Common Worship Ordinal is scheduled for authorization in 2005. In the meantime, the ASB Ordinal has been re-authorized (with a few small amendments) for use until 31 December 2005, to cover the interim period.
     
    Table of Contents (web site)
     
    Explanatory Note concerning inclusive language
     
    Notes
     
    The Ordination of Deacons
    The Ordination of Priests (also called Presbyters)
    The Ordination of Deacons and Priests (also called Presbyters)
    The Ordination or Consecration of a Bishop
     
    List of amendments to the Ordinal in The Alternative Service Book 1980
     
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