| Bishop | Will you accept this call and fulfill this trust in obedience to Christ? |
| Answer | I will obey Christ, and will serve in his name. |
| Bishop | Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the study of Holy Scripture, that you may have the mind of Christ? |
| Answer | I will, for he is my help. |
| Bishop | Will you boldly proclaim and interpret the Gospel of Christ, enlightening the minds and stirring up the conscience of your people? |
| Answer | I will, in the power of the Spirit. |
| Bishop | As a chief priest and pastor, will you encourage and support all baptized people in their gifts and ministries, nourish them from the riches of God’s grace, pray for them without ceasing, and celebrate with them the sacraments of our redemption? |
| Answer | I will, in the name of Christ, the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls. |
| Bishop | Will you guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the Church? |
| Answer | I will, for the love of God. |
| Bishop | Will you share with your fellow bishops in the government of the whole Church; will you sustain your fellow presbyters and take counsel with them; will you guide and strengthen the deacons and all others who minister in the Church? |
| Answer | I will, by the grace given me. |
| Bishop | Will you be merciful to all, show compassion to the poor and strangers, and defend those who have no helper? |
| Answer | I will, for the sake of Christ Jesus. |
518Ordination: Bishop
