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The Confession and Absolution of Sin in the Anglican Liturgy

Discover the power of confession and absolution in Anglican worship and how God’s forgiveness restores us for Holy Communion and new life in Christ.
The Prayers of the People: Joining the Work of God

Discover the beauty of the Prayers of the People in the 2019 Book of Common Prayer. Explore the differences between the Anglican Standard and Renewed Ancient texts, the role of the laity, and how “the work of the people” transforms the heart.
Why We Say the Nicene Creed in Worship

Discover the history, meaning, and purpose of the Nicene Creed and why Christians across traditions confess it together in worship.
The Sermon: Becoming Windows of God’s Light

The sermon is a time for calling God’s peace into a deeper relationship with the Lord. It is primarily not about instruction although it should instruct. It’s primary function is worship.
Anglican Moments: The Lessons

Discover the meaning and purpose behind the Lessons in Anglican worship. At Christ Church Anglican, each Sunday’s readings follow a three-year lectionary that guides us through most of the Bible—helping us encounter God’s Word in a balanced and holistic way. Learn why Anglicans read from the Old Testament, Psalms, New Testament, and Gospel each week,…
The Collect of the Christian Year

Today we continue our walk through the Sunday liturgy with the Collect of the Day. The ancient salutation of “The Lord be with you” marks this as a […]
The Gloria in Excelsis: A Song of Heavenly Joy

Discover the meaning, history, and joyful purpose of the Gloria in Excelsis—one of Christianity’s oldest hymns, still sung in worship today.
The Kyrie and The Trisagion: Ancient Cries for Mercy

When Jesus summarized the law, He told us that the greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind—and to love […]
Why We Say the Summary of the Law

You may have noticed that every Eucharistic liturgy in the 2019 Book of Common Prayer includes the Summary of the Law—words spoken by Jesus in Matthew 22:37–40. This […]
The Collect of Purity: An Anglican Treasure

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of […]

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