In which we conclude our study of W.H. Griffith-Thomas’ book, Methods of Bible Study, discussing why we need a bible for knowledge and a bible for power.

Fr. Barry Kowald preaching at the 11:15 service. Texts: James 1:17ff, John 16:5ff.

We begin the Sacraments section in the catechism for the Anglican Diocese of the West, based off of the classical BCP Catechism. Today we define sacraments and begin our discussion on how Anglicans view Baptism.

In which we discuss Chapter 12 of WH Griffith-Thomas’ “Methods of Bible Study,” and talk about the object or goal of bible study, touching on text criticism, literary criticism, exegesis, biblical theology, and devotional spiritual reading.

Text: John 16:16ff, 1 Peter 2:9ff

We finish up the Lord’s Prayer with a discussion of temptation and evil, and introduce the Catechism’s sacramental theology.

A belated update from St. Patrick’s day with Fr. Barry Kowald, one of our assisting clergy.

In which we discuss petitions 2-5 of the Lord’s Prayer, including a discussion on why we pray for things that God has already promised to give us.

In which we discuss Chapter 11 of WH Griffith Thomas’ classic book “Methods of Bible Study,” covering word study, commentaries, verse study, etc.

Text: John 20:19-22, 1 Peter 2:2; “Quasimodo Sunday” or “Low Sunday”