We live in a strange world where things like pandemics and protests seem to be the new norm. Since March 2020, the world has radically changed and will continue to change in the coming days ahead. Andy Crouch, Kurt Keilhacker, and Dave Blanchard describe the effects of COVID-19 as an economic and cultural blizzard, winter,…
Embracing Solitude in a Season of Social Distancing
For many of us words like โsilence and solitudeโ are strange and even a little scary. Whether we like it or not, we all will have to embrace some degree of solitude in the coming weeks due to the coronavirus. For many, this will extremely difficult, but for others, this will be a gift of…
Simply Anglican: An Ancient Faith for Todayโs World
Far from being a faith of the past, Anglicanism presents a rich spiritual tradition that has matured into a worldwide movement of Christians on every continent. The Anglican tradition offers a refreshing alternative to our postmodern world by helping us reconnect to the historic Christian faith in a way that speaks to our present age….
Real Presence: Reclaiming the Legacy of Anglo-Catholic Church Planting
When it comes to Anglican church planting, we often think of modern evangelical or charismatic examples such as Holy Trinity Brompton in London. But what about the Anglo-Catholic movement that has its roots in the โOxford Movementโ of the nineteenth century? Are Anglo-Catholic Church Planters a Thing? Letโs be honest, when you hear think of…
Putting the Fire in the Fireplace: Anglicanism and the Holy Spirit
A fireplace exists to hold a fire. Without fire, a fireplace merely becomes a cold ornamental shell. Likewise, a fire without a fireplace can easily become wildfire having no container. The Anglican tradition is kind of like a fireplace that is meant to provide a structure or a foundation for a lively faith that allows…
Scripture in the Anglican Tradition
Charles Simeon once said, โThe Bible first, the Prayer Book next, and all other books and doings in subordination to both.โ Anglicans love the Bible. In fact, when most people attend an Anglican church, the first thing they notice is the central role of the Bible. Each Sunday, there are usually four readings of Scripture:…
Whatever happened to the Anglican Via Media?
Reclaiming the Via Media The Via Media stands as one of Anglicanismโs greatest gifts to the world. However, as I view the North America context, it seems that much of Anglicanism here has lost its Via Media lately. Too often contemporary Anglicanism feels politicized and polarizing, leaving little room for those of us in the middle, but as we look…
Encouraging Family Discipleship
Having children is one of lifeโs most wonderful privileges, and it carries with it an amazing responsibility to shape their hearts and lives. In fact, I canโt think of any greater responsibility than being entrusted with a human life. We have been made stewards of the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our children. Grace…
Fasting for Lent: How to Fast for Lent and Why You Should Do It
Lent is a time for prayer and fasting. It is a season of spiritual preparation in which we remember Christโs temptation, suffering, and death. Historically, the Church has celebrated Lent as a 40-day period beginning on Ash Wednesday and concluding the day before Easter. It is observed in many Christian churches as a time to…
Story of a Multicultural Church Plant
With over 337 languages, the United States has become one of the most multicultural and multilingual nations on earth. To meet the challenge, the Anglican Church in North America has embraced a broad range of individuals who are carrying out the church planting mission. Through this diversity, one can see that one size does not…