Author Archives: Alex Grudem
The Nativity
Every year when I was a little girl, my sister would bolt upright before 6:00 AM on Christmas morning. My parents, groggy and unwilling to rise before the sun, would…
Read Full PostThe Offertory, Preparing the Table, and The Chalice Stack
The Offertory After the Passing of the Peace, the congregation is seated for the Offertory. At Christ Church Anglican, the Offertory is marked with either instrumental or choral music. In…
Read Full PostThe Creeds and the Prayers of the People
After the Word has been proclaimed and preached, the Deacon bids God’s people: “Please stand as we confess our faith in the words of the Nicene Creed.” In this profession…
Read Full PostThe Shape of the Liturgy
In our house, we have a bedtime liturgy. Our kids, aged 6 and 2, have a bath, put on their jammies, brush their teeth, listen to a story, say a…
Read Full PostOur Connection Process
This Fall, we are thrilled to announce a new connection process at Christ Church Anglican! Our vision for CCA’s connection process is intentional and formational. We want you to get…
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