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May 25, 2018 · Critics have rightly declared First Reformed to be one of the year’s best American films. Featuring a stunning performance from Ethan Hawke, it lingers uneasily in the subconscious.
First Reformed is a 2017 American psychological thriller film written and directed by Paul Schrader. It stars Ethan Hawke as a minister of a small congregation in upstate New York who grapples with mounting despair brought on by tragedy, worldly concerns, and a tormented past.
The first is personal: Epiphany must be as personal for us as it was for the two Emmaus disciples. Epiphany will never come to fruition for me until my eyes are opened and I catch the glimpse of who Jesus really is and accept that reality for my life.
- What Is Epiphany?
- Why Is It called “Epiphany”?
- Common Practices During Epiphany
- Epiphany(Tide) Collects and Collect Reflections
- Other Epiphany Posts at Anglican Compass
- Other Epiphany Resources
Epiphany is a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6 every year. It’s also sometimes known as “Three Kings’ Day.” As we mentioned in our Rookie Anglican Guide to Advent, the Christian year begins with the season of Advent, which leads up to Christmas on December 25. Then come the 12 Days of Christmas(December 25–January 5), which lead to the f...
“Epiphany” comes from the Greek epiphaneia, meaning “manifestation” or “appearance.” In 2 Timothy 1:9–10, the word is used to refer to the manifestation of Jesus Christ: In the context of the Church year, Epiphany refers to the appearance of Jesus Christ as the savior of the world—of Israel and the Gentiles. For this reason, Epiphany is commonly as...
It turns out that there are a TON of common practices worldwide for Epiphany. Just look at Epiphany’s Wikipedia pageto see what I mean. Here are just a few: 1. Twelfth Nightcelebrations are relatively common to mark the conclusion of the 12 Days of Christmas. This is the time to sing Christmas carols, have one’s house blessed, and (often) to then t...
In the Anglican tradition, each week of the Church year has a special prayer called a “collect.” This is used during Sunday worship and then for the following week. Below are the collects for Epiphany. Links in the titles will take you to the Anglican Compass Collect Reflection for that week—a short blog post to help you reflect on the collect! (If...
If you’d like to learn more about Epiphany, check out the following posts right here at Anglican Compass: 1. Devotions for the Twelve Days of Christmas and the Epiphany 2. The Season after Epiphany 3. What They Are Saying About Epiphany, by David Roseberry 4. A Bridge to the Season of Lent, by Jack King 5. Here’s Why You Should Celebrate an Epiphan...
We don’t have the market cornered on Epiphany! Check out the following external resources to learn more about Epiphany and how to celebrate it: 1. Songs for Epiphany – Cardiphonia 2. Wikipedia’s Epiphany page is informative, as is the page about the Epiphany season. 3. Epiphany Resource Guide, by the Calvin Institute of Worship 4. Epiphany Links an...
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In the Eastern churches, the Epiphany is, rather, the celebration of Christ’s baptism at the hands of John, when the heavens were opened and a voice from heaven declared Jesus to be God’s beloved Son. The miracle of Cana in Galilee, where Jesus ‘first manifested his glory’, follows immediately: Manifest at Jordan’s stream,
Dec 13, 2023 · In contrast, some Reformed and Evangelical traditions place less emphasis on the liturgical celebration of Epiphany. Instead, they may focus on the theological implications of the event, such as God’s inclusivity in offering salvation to all people, both Jews and Gentiles.
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When viewed in this light, Epiphany reminds us to look for the work of God in our natural everyday lives. It keeps us from dividing our lives into spiritual and natural realms-a tendency even Reformed people can fall into. How Can We Celebrate Epiphany?
