When I first explored Anglicanism, I was surprised when I came across the Reconciliation of Penitents in my Book of Common Prayer. I was shocked as I read through the rite: this was confession! But wait, isn’t confession a “Catholic” thing? We can approach God without going through a priest! It’s one of the hallmarks…
The Rev. Jacob A. Davis serves as Editor of Anglican Compass. He is a priest in the Anglican Diocese of Christ Our Hope. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky, where he serves as Assisting Clergy for Pastoral Care at Grace Anglican Church. Jacob holds a B.A. in English from Reinhardt College, an M.A. in Theology and Arts from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Selah Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Leadership Transformations. As a lifelong artist and storyteller, he loves to explore the intersection of Christian faith with art, creativity, and beauty.
Holy Communion: A Rookie Anglican Guide to the Eucharist
Each Sunday, in churches across the Anglican tradition, the faithful come forward to receive a piece of bread and a sip of wine, being told that these are the body and blood of Christ. It is an ancient practice that traces back to the words of Jesus himself. So, what happens during a liturgical service…
The Daily Office Lectionary: A Rookie Anglican Guide
A lectionary is, in simple terms, a Bible reading plan. It tells you which scripture passages to read on specific days, and the Daily Office Lectionary guides you through the scriptures each morning and evening of the year.
