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St. Matthew's Inquirers' Class
by St. Matthew's Church in Newport Beach, California
The St. Matthew's Inquirers' Class is designed for those who are new to the Anglican tradition, or who wish to understand the liturgy and sacraments in a deeper way. The 10-week series will explore topics like The Creeds of the Church, The Moral Law, The Church Calendar, Church Symbolism, and The Duties of a Christian Life. Join us as we lead new and experienced Christians into further inquiry.
Episodes
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Session 10: Church Membership
In this final session, Fr. Hayden Butler discusses what it means to be an active member of a parish—how our participation in the sacraments ushers us into a community in which we are formed by the Holy Spirit. He then responds to participant questions.
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Session 9: The Duties of a Christian
Mr. Carl Swanson discusses Christian duty as it pertains to all aspects of a life transformed by the Holy Spirit during baptism. He then explains how the Christian life does not compete with our secular and natural endeavors, revealing a holistic approach to ministry and vocation.
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Session 8: The Life of Prayer
Fr. Hayden Butler discusses the 'life of prayer,' the rhythms by which Christians encounter God and inhabit the Gospel. He then discusses the relationship between Holy Communion, fixed times of prayer each day, and personal devotions.
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Session 7: The Church Calendar
Bp. Stephen Scarlett discusses the Christian sense of time and story, articulating its differences with faith lived according to the world's time and story. He then stresses the importance of living a life of prayer according to the time and narrative of the Church calendar, citing it as the...
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Session 6: Liturgy of the Eucharist
Fr. Hayden Butler discusses the Liturgy of Holy Communion: the structure of the service, and how it orients us toward participation in Christ's sacrifice. He then discusses how the ritual gestures and words lead us into offering our whole selves to God for His blessing, commissioning us into the...
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Session 5: Liturgy of the Word
Mr. Carl Swanson discusses how Christian worship is seen as the entire experience of new life in Christ, and how Holy Scripture narrates this new way of life through its sacramental character—making Christ present to the Church through the written word. He then explains the first part of the…
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Session 4: Symbols of the Church
Fr. Hayden Butler discusses symbolism in the Church—how it emerges from the symbolic worship of Israel, and is reoriented by fulfillment in Christ. He then discusses the components of a traditional church, and how the deliberate arrangement of the physical space communicates a rich theology,...
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Session 3: The Sacraments
Bp. Stephen Scarlett discusses the meaning of "sacraments"; how they are rooted in the creation and the Incarnation, and how they point forward to completion of the New Creation. He also discusses the theology and practicalities of the seven commonly recognized sacraments, as well as the use of...
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Session 2: The Moral Law
Fr. Hayden Butler discusses the concept of morality in the Christian life, framing it as the pathway to freedom and fullness of life in Christ, while also revealing some of our sources of moral insight.
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Session 1: The Creeds of the Church
Fr. Hayden Butler explores how the Creeds of the Church affirm the experiences of Christians throughout the centuries—and also how they invite us into a richer experience of God's New Creation, as they shape and portray all of reality to be about loving relationships.
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The St. Matthew's Inquirers' Class is designed for those who are new to the Anglican tradition, or who wish to understand the liturgy and sacraments in a deeper way. The 10-week series will explore topics like The Creeds of the Church, The Moral Law, The Church Calendar, Church Symbolism, and The Duties of a Christian Life. Join us as we lead new and experienced Christians into further inquiry.
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St. Matthew's Church in Newport Beach, California
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