In the first of our two-part series on the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Prayer Book, we discuss the dogmas of the first four Councils, English Marian devotion prior to…
We conclude our discussion of the Ordinal and wrap up the Basics of the BCP Series Week 1: History and a Bird’s-Eye View Week 2: Morning Prayer Week 3: Evening…
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…
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:…