LCMS Worship Institute: S1Ep15. The Altar Prayers for Pastors (and for You) – Christopher Nuttelman

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The traditional prayers said by a pastor in between the parts of the liturgy (e.g., while washing his hands for Communion) are generally drawn from the Psalms. These portions of psalms, and their context, are instructive and serve to shed light on the significance of each part of the service. Considering these prayers, and the Psalms from which they are drawn, gives the pastor a firmer and richer hold on what he is doing as he serves at the altar. Laity would also be well served in learning these prayers and letting God’s Word teach them richer worship.

Bio:

Baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Kearney, Neb., Christopher Nuttelman was ordained in 2015 and has served churches in San Antonio, Texas, and Grand Rapids, Mich. He, his wife and their three little girls live in midtown Grand Rapids.