Offertory

a : the part of a Christian church service during which offerings of money are collected. b : the music played or sung during an offertory.

They represent the fruits of the earth, the work of our hands, and our very lives as they are presented to God with thanks and praise. Offertory hymns like “Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow,” or “Let the Vineyard be Fruitful Lord,” or “What Shall I Render to the Lord” inform what is happening in this action.

noun,plural of·fer·to·ries. (sometimes initial capital letter) the offering of the unconsecrated elements that is made to God by the celebrant in a Eucharistic service. Ecclesiastical.

: a plate for collecting offerings from the members of a church congregation.

The preparation of the gifts is also called the “offertory,” and it assumed great importance in the early church.

An Offertory Prayer You are an abundant God and out of Your great mercy you have given us so much. We give you this offering today. With it we worship You and give our whole selves to You. Please now take it and use it for Your kingdom and Your glory.

Our offerings are an act of worship. The offering during the worship service provides believers the opportunity to respond in gratitude to the grace, love, and mercy of God and to put their faith and trust in the Lord into action.

An Offertory Prayer Thank you that we can always trust in You. You are an abundant God and out of Your great mercy you have given us so much. We give you this offering today. With it we worship You and give our whole selves to You.

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord your God that he has given you. Offer unto God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and pay your vows unto the Most High. Ascribe unto the Lord the honor due unto his Name; bring offerings and come into his courts.