Isaiah 7:10-17
Psalm 24
Romans 1:1-7
Matthew 1:18-25
Third Sunday in Advent
Isaiah 35
Psalm 146
James 5:7-20
Matthew 11:2-19
A Christian Perspective on Death, Part 2
In this second session on death and dying, we focus on the ethical challenges Christians often encounter at the end of life, especially in medical settings. Drawing on Scripture, theology, and decades of experience in chaplaincy and healthcare ethics, the discussion explores questions of autonomy, dignity, quality of life, and decision-making. In lieu of offering formulas or easy answers, the lesson provides a Christian framework for thinking faithfully and compassionately about complex end-of-life decisions. It invites believers to approach these moments grounded in the conviction that every person is created in the image of God and held in His care.
Second Sunday in Advent
Isaiah 11:1-10
Psalm 72
Matthew 3:1-12
What Is Advent—and Why Do Christians Prepare Before Christmas?
What is Advent, and why do Christians prepare before celebrating Christmas? In this edition of Ask the Church, we trace the season back to the early centuries of the Church and explain why preparation—fasting, prayer, and repentance—comes before joy. Advent reminds us of the three comings of Christ: His birth in Bethlehem, His coming into our hearts, and His promised return. Read more to discover the meaning behind the season’s themes of longing, hope, and holy preparation.
First Sunday in Advent
Isaiah 2:1-5
Psalm 122
Romans 13:8-14
Matthew 24:29-44
Why Is Thanksgiving Such an Important Christian Virtue?
Why is thanksgiving such an important Christian virtue? Far more than a seasonal theme, gratitude is the basic posture of the soul that trusts God. Scripture shows that giving thanks is “faith in action,” shaping us into people marked by humility, dependence, and hope. This edition of Ask the Church explores why thanksgiving lies at the heart of the Christian life and how practicing it helps form the heart even when gratitude feels difficult.
A Christian Perspective on Death, Part 1
This Sunday School lesson takes a thoughtful look at how Christians understand death and dying, drawing on Scripture, the historic witness of the Church, and experiences from pastoral care and hospital chaplaincy. We explore why modern culture tends to avoid this topic and how movements such as the Enlightenment and Romanticism have shaped contemporary attitudes toward mortality. The lesson introduces the historic Christian idea of Ars moriendi, reflecting on how believers through the centuries have prepared for death with courage, faith, and trust in the Resurrection. This is an invitation to consider what it means to approach death as disciples of Jesus — grounded in our identity in Him and sustained by the hope of new life.
Christ the King Sunday
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Psalm 46
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:35-43
A Biblical Theology of Money, Part 2
Money is one of the most frequently discussed topics in the Bible—and for good reason. It is powerful, deeply symbolic, and one of the easiest things to trust in instead of God. In this Sunday School lesson, we look at the Old Testament’s tithes, charity laws, and debt practices before seeing how Jesus fulfills the law and invites us into a deeper, freer, and more generous way of life.
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 17
II Thessalonians 2:13-3:5
Luke 20:27-38
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
Isaiah 1:10-20
Psalm 32
Luke 19:1-10
All Saints' Day
November 1 is All Saints’ Day—a time to remember and thank God for those who have gone before us in the faith. Though often overlooked, it reminds us that the Church is one body, spanning every century and nation, united in Christ. This day invites us to give thanks, to grieve with hope, and to look forward to the resurrection when all God’s people will be gathered together in His presence.
What Do Anglicans Believe About Praying for the Dead?
Should Christians pray for the dead? In this edition of Ask the Church, we explore what the Bible and church history say about the practice and why the Anglican church rejects the medieval idea of purgatory. We discuss the difference between prayers for the dead (seeking to shorten suffering) and prayers about the dead (thanking God for their lives and commending them to His mercy).
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22
Psalm 84
II Timothy 4:6-18
Luke 18:9-14
How Can I Resist Temptation and Stay Faithful?
How can Christians resist temptation and stay faithful? This edition of Ask the Church explains the three sources of temptation— the world, the flesh, and the devil— and the two biblical responses: resistance and flight. It also explores why prayer and fellowship with other believers are essential in the struggle against sin.
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 121
II Timothy 3:14-4:5
Luke 18:1-8
Why Should Christians Confess Their Sins to a Priest?
Why should Christians confess their sins to a priest? In this edition of Ask the Church, we explore why the Bible assumes confession happens in community and how God works through others to assure us of His forgiveness. Drawing on James 5 and John 20, we learn how Jesus entrusted His Church with the authority to declare forgiveness and how Anglican priests exercise that ministry.
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 113
2 Timothy 2:1-15
Luke 17:11-19
Who Can Serve on the Vestry—and How Are They Chosen?
Who can serve on the vestry of an Anglican church, and how are they chosen? In this edition of Ask the Church, we endeavor to explain the role of the vestry in church governance, its historical roots, and the different models Anglican churches use today. We also explore the biblical and diocesan criteria for those nominated to serve on our vestry, and how prayer shapes the final selection.