Words from the Rector
This space serves as a digital home for the reflections and teachings originally shared in our parish newsletter, The Messenger. Whether you missed a recent edition or wish to revisit a particular message, we invite you to explore these collected thoughts from our Rector as we walk the Anglican Way together.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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Prepare Your Heart for Christ with Bishop Barron’s Advent Reflections
Advent is almost here! It’s a special time on the church calendar—a season of hopeful, active waiting for the celebration of Christ’s birth. It’s tempting to think of…
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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…
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