Resources For Building Up The Church

Reformation Anglicanism | A Talk by The Rev. Dr. Sam Ferguson

This final lecture of the "History and Hope" lectures, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Reformed Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C., focuses on the Anglican movement and its historical significance. It reviews the influence of early reformers like Wycliffe and Tyndale, the primacy of scripture, and the transformative power of grace through faith. Key themes include the importance of sacraments and collective prayer, culminating in a call for unity among believers. You can see each lecture in the series here.

 

SELECTED SERMON TRANSCRIPTS (PDF)

Sermon video and audio is available here.

Grace and Gratitude: A Study in Ephesians 1-3

Sermon audio/video can be found here.

Pillars: Worship: we glorify God. Community: we gather in the name of Christ. Discipleship: we grow more like Christ. Mission: we go for Christ.

Sermon audio/video can be viewed here.

 
 
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LETTERS TO THE PARISH

Rector's Corner
A Biblical Framework for Addressing Racism

This has been a hard week to be away. Our country is in upheaval as the problem of racial injustice—both a past and present issue—confronts us in the streets and media. I have heard from many of you via email, text or phone call. Dear friends in our community are hurting, confused, angry, and tired. The issue before us, racism in America…

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Prayers of the People: Presidents, Politics and Precedent

In a town like Washington, it seems that even the Sunday Prayers of the People can be politicized. Due to this, I want to clarify the non-personal and non-partisan factors that determine what and who we pray for, and why we pray for certain leaders by name. Both Scripture and tradition set a precedent…

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Relational Goals for 2021

Asked what commandment was most important, Jesus answered, “Love God and love neighbor” (Matthew 22:36–39). I’ve often understood this command to be about doing—do what God desires and do nice things for others, and you’ll be loving them. However, I’m coming to see that at a deeper level Jesus’s words here are about being…

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Ambassadors For Reconciliation

What we witnessed at the U.S. Capitol building on January 6th, in the wake of a complex and burdensome year, leaves us all emotionally unsettled. Tragically, the violence and destruction of that day only deepened the seemingly intractable divisions in our nation.

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Additional Resources

GAFCON IV: LESSONS FROM A COMMUNION IN BIRTH PAINS

Sam weighs in with his thoughts ( 4/25/2023)

THE FORGOTTEN VIRTURE YOU CAN’T DO WITHOUT

Sam weighs in with his thoughts (02/25/22)

SHOULD A PASTOR USE SOCIAL MEDIA?

Sam weighs in with his thoughts (10/5/21)

 
 
 
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