In which we discuss the history of ordination rites, the Preface to the BCP Ordinal, and the ordering of Deacons and Priests. Week 1: History and a Bird’s-Eye View Week…
We conclude our discussion of the BCP Funeral Rites with a discussion of the Burial Service, the Propers for a Funeral Mass, and why All Souls Day was removed…
In which we discuss the Burial Office, some history, and Fr. Isaac demonstrates he doesn’t remember higher mathematics! Week 1: History and a Bird’s-Eye View Week 2: Morning Prayer…
Opening Hymn: #288 “O Worship the King” Morning Prayer Begins on Page 3, BCP Venite (Page 9, BCP; Page 325, St. Dunstan’s Plainsong Psalter) Psalms 11, 12 (Pages 354-355, BCP;…
We discuss the Prayer Book’s “Thanksgiving of Women after Childbirth” service including its roots in OT purification rites and the Feast of the Presentation of Christ. Week 1: History and…
We discuss the 1928 BCP’s rite of Holy Matrimony as well as the historical developments within Christian marriage rites. Week 1: History and a Bird’s-Eye View Week 2: Morning Prayer…
We discuss the messy and often confusing Rite of Confirmation, including its history, the differences between East and West, Classical Anglican approaches, and some modern developments. Drew Keane’s Essay mentioned…
We discuss Baptism in the classical BCP tradition, including why the Reformers considered it one of two Sacraments, why we baptize infants, and the theology behind our liturgy. Week 1:…
According to the American 1928 Book of Common Prayer, the 1940 Hymnal, and the St. Dunstan’s Plainsong Psalter Opening Hymn: #277 “From All that Dwell Below the Sky” Morning Prayer…