Be always with me in carrying out the duties of my ministry. All this I ask for the sake of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. The Bishop then presents the new minister to the congregation, saying Greet your new Rector. When appropriate, the family of the new minister may also be presented at this time. The Congregation expresses its approval.
Applause is appropriate.
The Bishop greets the new minister. The new Minister then says to the people The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The new Minister then greets other members of the clergy, family members, and the congregation. The People greet one another.