To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism

How did Jesus suffer? What does his suffering mean for us? And why does it matter that Christ suffered at a real time and place in history? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they continue to discuss the Apostles’ Creed in the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does the relationship between Jesus’ human and divine natures matter? And where can we see this in Scripture? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they continue to discuss the Apostles’ Creed in the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does it matter that Jesus was “born of the Virgin Mary”? And how is it required for us to be saved? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they  discuss these questions and more from the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

What does it mean for Jesus to be “God’s Son”? And why does it matter that He’s always been  “God’s Son”? How does Jesus being “Lord” affect how we live our lives? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they continue in the second part of the Apostles’ Creed in the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does it matter that the Lord is named “Jesus”? What does it mean for Jesus to be “anointed”? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they continue in the second part of the Apostles’ Creed in the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How are we supposed to understand Adam’s sin and ours? How do they relate? And what does that mean for us, today? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does it matter that there is an invisible world at the same time there is a visible world? How do both point us to God who made both? How does the fallen state we see in the world relate to God’s original purpose for his creation? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why is there “something” rather than “nothing”? How does understanding God as “Father” influence our understanding of God as “Creator”? And how does our creation in God’s image shape how we interact with His Creation? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How is God the Father both like and unlike how we experience fathers on Earth? And does God the Father “Almighty” change what real power is? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does the Trinity matter for our ordinary lives? How does the Trinity shape our worship? How does Jesus show us the character of God most fully? And how does learning the character of God help guide us as we read Scripture? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How do the Apocryphal books relate to Scripture? Why do we, as Anglicans, read them? How can the stories contained in these books inspire and encourage our faith? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  If you’re curious about diving into the Apocrypha, we recommend starting in Judith, the Wisdom of Solomon, and 1-2 Maccabees. "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA. - - - - - - - - - - Show notes: Anglican Compass – “The Apocrypha: A Rookie Anglican Guide” Anglican Compass – “What is the Apocrypha, and Why Should You Read It?”

How does reading Scripture alongside Christians of the past help keep our own readings on track? How can reading Scripture well kindle a greater love for God and our neighbor? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How are the Scriptures both written by men and by God? How does God continue to speak to us through the Scriptures? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How does Scripture itself set out how the Old and New Testaments relate to each other? What is “typology” and how can it help us come to a deeper understanding of Scripture? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Q.26-28 | What books are contained in Holy Scripture? What is in the Old Testament? What is in the New Testament? How does the Church recognize and receive the Old and New Testaments? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How do we conceive of the Bible? How does the Bible relate to the creeds? How can we receive the Bible both as God’s good gift and his authority over us? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.  

What are the Apostles’, Nicene, and Athanasian creeds? Why do they matter for our life as Christians today? How do the creeds relate to Scripture? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they return to discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism".  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How do creeds protect us? How do they summarize our faith? Are creeds only what we think or do they change how we live? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How are creeds and beliefs inescapable? How is our knowledge based on trust? How does the Bible relate to all this? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How is our life with Christ like a journey? How does God sustain us along this journey? How does Christian self-transformation differ from other ways in the world? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

What are some of the impacts of our salvation? How do those different facets affect each other? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.  

How is God’s help essential for our repentance and faith? How does Baptism and the Church relate to this? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How is repentance a gift? Is it only a one-time thing? How does faith work? Is it just an acknowledgement of a truth or is it something more? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why does the news of the Gospel have to bring a response with it? How do we convert both once and every day? How does Baptism relate to all this? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Aren’t all religions dealing with the same truth? What did Jesus teach about his own role and mission? Aren't Christianity's exclusive claims intolerant? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

What’s the context of the word “gospel” and how can that show us what Jesus came to do? Why does it matter that the Gospel is centered on a person and not just an idea? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why would God save me? Why does it matter that Jesus is a person and not just an abstract principle? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they continue their discussion of grace, salvation, and the person of Jesus in the ACNA’s “To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism.  "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they further their discussion of the catechism’s questions on sin, the state of the world, and God’s restoration and salvation of His creation through Jesus Christ! "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

How does Jesus take death seriously? Is the “way of life” easy? How does this teaching open the door for the “full yes” of our restoration through grace in Christ? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Is sin more than an addiction? Why do so many things seem so imperfect, fractured, and broken?  How does understanding sin show us the glories of redemption? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they continue a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

Why are things how they are? What explains why the world seems so wrong? What is sin? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they begin a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.

What is Christian formation? Why spend the time to catechize at all? Isn't this a "new believers' thing"? Join Fr. Claude & Fr. Blake as they discuss these questions and more as they begin a discussion of the ACNA's "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism". "To Be a Christian" is a co-production of Church of the Holy Cross in Crozet, VA and Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA.