To Be a Christian: The Anglican Catechism in a Year

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May 21, 2023 Day 141. What grace does God give in ordination?
Today is day 141 and we are studying The Sacrament of Ordination.
141. What grace does God give in ordination?
In ordination, God conveys the gift of the Holy Spirit for the
office and work of the order being conferred. (Numbers 27:12–23;
Ephesians 4:7–16; 2 Timothy 1:6–7)
We will conclude today with the Second Ember Day Prayer on page 634 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
7 min
May 20, 2023 Day 140. What is ordination?
Today is day 140 and we are studying The Sacrament of Ordination.
140. What is ordination?
Ordination is the laying on of the bishop’s hands with prayer,
which confirms the gifts and calling of the candidates, consecrates
them, and grants them authority to serve Christ and his Church
in the office to which they have been called. (Isaiah 6:1–8; Luke 9:1;
Acts 6:1–7; 13:1–3; 1 Timothy 3:1–13; 4:14; 5:22; Titus 1:5–9)
We will conclude today with the First Ember Day Prayer on page 634 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 min
May 19, 2023 Day 139. What is the work of all Christians?
Today is day 139 and we are studying The Sacrament of Confirmation.
139. What is the work of all Christians?
All Christians are to bear witness to Christ in their lives; to care
for the poor, strangers, widows, and orphans; and, according to
their gifts, to serve Christ in the world and in the Church. (Zechariah 7:9–10; Psalms 1; 15; Micah 6:6–8; Colossians 3:1–17; James 1:27;
1 Peter 4:8–11)
We will conclude today with the Concluding Prayer after the Laying on of Hands on page 180 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
9 min
May 18, 2023 Day 138. What grace does God give you in confirmation?
Today is day 138 and we are studying The Sacrament of Confirmation.
138. What grace does God give you in confirmation?
In confirmation, I am further empowered and gifted by the Holy
Spirit for daily growth in wisdom, courage, and humility before
God in every aspect of my life and work. (Psalms 37:3–31; 71:17–18;
Isaiah 11:2–5; Acts 19:6; Jude 3, 17–25; “Confirmation, Reception, and
Reaffirmation,” Book of Common Prayer 2019)
We will conclude today with the Bishop's Prayer for Laying on of Hands on page 178 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
11 min
May 17, 2023 Day 137. What is confirmation?
Today is day 137 and we are studying The Sacrament of Confirmation.
137. What is confirmation?
Confirmation is the laying on of the bishop’s hands with prayer
for strengthening by the Holy Spirit, following a period of catechetical formation. In confirmation, I make a mature confession of faith, publicly renewing the vows and promises made at my Baptism. (Deuteronomy 6:4–25; Psalm 119:33–40; Acts 8:14–17; 2 Timothy 1:6–7)
We will conclude today with The Bishop's Exhortation before Confirmation on page 176 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
9 min
May 16, 2023 Day 136. What is expected of you after partaking in Holy Communion?
Today is day 136 and we are studying The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
136. What is expected of you after partaking in Holy Communion?
I should continue to grow in holiness, avoiding sin, showing love
and forgiveness to all, and serving others in gratitude. (Leviticus
20:26; 1 Corinthians 10:14–32; 1 Peter 4:1–11)
We will conclude today with Prayer 105. After Receiving Communion on page 676 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
8 min
May 15, 2023 Day 135. What is required of you when you come to receive Holy Communion?
Today is day 135 and we are studying The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
135. What is required of you when you come to receive Holy Communion?
I am to examine myself: Do I truly repent of my sins and intend to
lead a new life in Christ? Do I have a living faith in God’s mercy
through Christ and remember his atoning death with a thankful
heart? And have I shown love and forgiveness to all people? (Leviticus 10:1–5; Psalm 50; 1 Corinthians 11:27–32)
We will conclude today by praying the Exhortation on page 147 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 min
May 14, 2023 Day 134. What benefits do you receive through partaking of this sacrament?
Today is day 134 and we are studying The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
134. What benefits do you receive through partaking of this sacrament?
As my body is nourished by the bread and wine, my soul is
strengthened by the Body and Blood of Christ. I receive God’s
forgiveness, and I am renewed in the love and unity of the Body of Christ, the Church. (1662 Catechism; Psalms 28:6–9; 104:14–15;
Jeremiah 31:31–34; John 6:52–56; 17:22–24; Revelation 19:6–9)
We will conclude today with Prayer 107. After Communion found on page 677 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
8 min
May 13, 2023 Day 133. What is the inward gift signified?
Today is day 133 and we are studying The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
133. What is the inward gift signified?
The inward gift signified is the Body and Blood of Christ, which
are truly taken and received in the Lord’s Supper by faith. (Deuteronomy 8:1–20; Psalm 78:17–29; John 6:52–56; 1 Corinthians 10:1–
4, 16–18)
We will conclude today with Prayer 104. Before Receiving Communion found on page 676 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 min
May 12, 2023 Day 132. What is the outward and visible sign in Holy Communion?
Today is day 132 and we are studying The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
132. What is the outward and visible sign in Holy Communion?
The visible sign is bread and wine, which Christ commands us to
receive. (1 Corinthians 11:23–26)
We will conclude today with The Collect for Maundy Thursday found on page 561 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
4 min

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