Preparing for Baptism in the Episcopal Church

Preparing for Baptism in the Episcopal Church
Author: Anne E. Kitch
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2015-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 081923172X

A primer or refresher on the sacrament of Baptism for new parents, new members, and godparents. This book is about preparing for Christian baptism in the Episcopal Church. While we may hear people say, “I was baptized a Methodist,” or “I was baptized Catholic, or “I was baptized Episcopalian,” people are not baptized into a denomination; they are baptized into the Christian faith. While various Christian denominations differ both their theology of baptism as it is understood and practiced in the Episcopal Church following the rite found in the Book of Common Prayer 1979. “This short book is full of helpful information, solid history, sound theology, and thoughtful reflection. It is the perfect book to give to adults or to parents of young children seeking baptism through the Episcopal Church. I am happy that I will be able to offer this book to my students for their future use when guiding baptismal candidates. A truly welcome resource.”—The Reverend Dr. Nathan Jennings, associate professor of liturgics and Anglican studies, Seminary of the Southwest

To Love and To Cherish Until Death Do Us Part

To Love and To Cherish Until Death Do Us Part
Author: John H. Westerhoff III
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2002-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0819225711

An informative guidebook for couples preparing to receive the sacrament of marriage in the Episcopal Church. Includes a helpful, step-by-step walk through the marriage rite. An excellent resource for engaged couples and for clergy who counsel them.

Bond and Covenant

Bond and Covenant
Author:
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 116
Release:
Genre: Church year meditations
ISBN: 9780898697216

Making the Most of Your Church Wedding

Making the Most of Your Church Wedding
Author: Ally Barrett
Publisher: SPCK
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2014-01-23
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0281071357

A short, attractive, full-colour guide to the Anglican wedding service aimed at couples planning to get married. It uses the words and the actions of the marriage service to enable couples to explore the big questions of life, relationships, commitment, God, family and more.

The Holy Eucharist

The Holy Eucharist
Author: Church Publishing Incorporated
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 248
Release: 1977
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780898690064

The Holy Eucharist, Rites One and Two, from the Book of Common Prayer, with music for all proper prefaces and conclusions to Eucharistic Prayers; Prayers of the People; Communion under Special Circumstances; An Order for Celebrating the Holy Eucharist; The Service of Light. Musical Appendix contains Opening Acclamations, Blessings and Dismissals, instructions for chanting the Lessons and the Gospel; the Prayers of the People; baptismal litany and Thanksgiving Over the Water; Consecration of the Chrism. (238 pages) Hole-punched for inclusion in the Holy Eucharist, Altar Edition, Binder. Binder sold separately (9780898690453).

The Marriage Journey

The Marriage Journey
Author: Delbert Glover
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2003-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 089869759X

The two authors of this book, Linda Grenz and Del Glover, say at the outset that they are ordinary Christians writing for ordinary Christians and ordinary congregations. So why has this book become a classic for couples about to marry, couples already married, and the congregations that support them? Because they approach the ordinary issues couples face in marriage from the life-experience perspectives of an Episcopal priest (Linda) and a former corporate executive (Del) who worked with people as they faced various family-related issues. They invite readers to use the book in ways that speak most directly to them and offer questions for the couple to discuss and others that engage a congregation. The book is interspersed with relevant quotes from scripture with probing questions for the individual to consider. Table of Contents The Sacrament of Marriage Extended Families Being with Others Living Together Fighting Fair Money Matters Sexual Intimacy The Gift of Children Yes, No, Maybe, Why Bother (Marriage Preparation, Marriage Enrichment) The Journey Ahead

Welcome to the Episcopal Church

Welcome to the Episcopal Church
Author: Christopher Webber
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 143
Release: 1999-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0819218200

The perfect book for inquirers and new members, as well as current Church members who may be unfamiliar with some of the Church s history, beliefs, and practices. This new introduction to the history, polity, spirituality, worship, and outreach of the Episcopal Church is written in an easy-to-read conversational tone, and includes study questions at the end of each chapter, making it an excellent resource for adult parish study and inquirers' classes."

A Practical Wedding

A Practical Wedding
Author: Meg Keene
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2019-12-17
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0738246735

A companion to the popular website APracticalWedding.com and A Practical Wedding Planner, A Practical Wedding helps you sort through the basics to create the wedding you want -- without going broke or crazy in the process. After all, what really matters on your wedding day is not so much how it looked as how it felt. In this refreshing guide, expert Meg Keene shares her secrets to planning a beautiful celebration that reflects your taste and your relationship. You'll discover: The real purpose of engagement (hint: it's not just about the planning) How to pinpoint what matters most to you and your partner DIY-ing your wedding: brilliant or crazy? How to communicate decisions to your family Why that color-coded spreadsheet is actually worth it Wedding Zen can be yours. Meg walks you through everything from choosing a venue to writing vows, complete with stories and advice from women who have been in the trenches: the Team Practical brides. So here's to the joyful wedding, the sensible wedding, the unbelievably fun wedding! A Practical Wedding is your complete guide to getting married with grace.

The Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage

The Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage
Author: Church Publishing
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2000
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780898690361

The Sacrament of Holy Matrimony according to the use of the Episcopal Church in the United States as set forth in The Book of Common Prayer. The cloth version contains certificates and is an appropriate gift for the couple. (24 pp)