Von Allmen's essay on the central sacrament of the Christian faith examining from within the Reformed Tradition the truths enshrined in the Lord's Supper, seeing the act as not only a "sign", "symbol" or "memorial", but as the real presence of Christ. Von Allmen's essay on the central sacrament of the Christian faith examining from within the Reformed Tradition the truths enshrined in the Lord's Supper, seeing the act as not only a 'sign', 'symbol' or 'memorial', but as the real presence of Christ.

This volume of the Connections Worship Companion series offers complete liturgies-from the call to worship to the closing charge, with prayers and litanies for every need in between-for all worshiping occasions between Advent and Pentecost of Year A,. Part of the Connections commentary series, these worship resources help congregations illuminate the connections between Scripture and liturgical rhythms. A "Making Connections" essay precedes each liturgical season's resources, providing context for worship within the themes and purpose of the season.