This is an ecumenical website of resources and reflections on liturgy, spirituality, and worship for individuals and communities. It is run by Rev. Bosco Peters.
All may; some should; none must – looking again at confirmation All may; some should; none must. It’s a well-known Anglican aphorism for the sacramental action of private confession (Reconciliation of a Penitent). I think, in our changing environment, it is also a helpful adage for confirmation. I am firmly committed to the way our… Continue Reading
Sydney Anglican diocesan synod recently had a debate about liturgy and mission. I think it is a good place to start to discuss what I think are very confused positions about liturgy – positions not just held in Sydney, but in many other places. Rev. Raj Gupta writes: …It was around 40 years ago now… Continue Reading
I have been asked more than once, will Anglicans in NZ use the new Roman Catholic Mass translation? There are Anglican communities here that draw on the Roman Rite as a resource for Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and other occasions. I understand that to be perfectly allowed. I know people who insert what Rome provides… Continue Reading
A recent post at the wonderful Pray Tell blog highlighted an intriguing question: how would you consecrate for one and a half million people at a Eucharist? Is the Eucharist appropriate for such a huge gathering? Should a Eucharist be celebrated if there is no way to communicate those who would like to receive? Fr…. Continue Reading
Today is the feast of Corpus Christi. Some Sundayise this feast day. textweek resources From the New Zealand Prayer Book page 541: Praise and glory to you creator Spirit of God; you make our bread Christ’s body to heal and reconcile and to make us the body of Christ. You make our wine Christ’s living… Continue Reading
My friend had received the consecrated bread at communion, and moved to the station administering the wine. He received the chalice from the woman administering. “The blood of Christ”, she said, handing him the chalice. “Amen”, he said appropriately. Then she looked him in the eye and said, “can you finish it please?” He paused… Continue Reading
It is always fascinating to pore over church service advertisements. Especially the way a community perceives itself, what it thinks it is important, and how it expresses itself to visitors and seekers: a devotional service Family service Festival Eucharist with Easter Hymns Traditional Holy Communion (BCP) with hymns Informal lively service with communion But the… Continue Reading
