These characteristics stress that the church act ecumenically for the sake of the world, not for itself alone. Full communion means valuing what is held in common as well as coming to appreciate what is distinctive about the worship of the congregations of these churches and their members. The result of these consultations is a set of guidelines related to worship with the Reformed churches and another set of similar guidelines with the Moravians. All the agreements as adopted make that clear. Full communion commits the churches involved to consult seriously with one another on matters important to their life and mission.
Worship falls into that category.
As we live together in full communion, we may find ways in which to share more in common. We may also find ways in which to appreciate, value, and share our distinctiveness as Lutherans and the contribution it may make to our full communion partners. The Vision of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America . Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1991. Guidelines and Worship Resources for the Celebration of Full Communion .