Epiphany 2025
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
From the outset of the writing of “To Be A Christian, An Anglican Catechism” it was the desire of the authors and guiding committees involved to create a companion mobile app that took all of the content from this incredible book and made it available to believers all over the world, right in their pocket on their mobile phone. I am delighted to announce that close to 5 years after the initial publishing of our Catechism, that dream has become a reality. To Be A Christian, the official Catechism app of the ACNA, is now available in both the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store today.
Due to a partnership with the developers of The Daily Prayer App (www.rethinkme.com), and after diligent work from both them and us for the better part of the last year, this app is truly something that we are quite proud of. It stays true to the timeless theological truths found in the printed text of our Catechism, while simultaneously adding beauty in the form of images pairing with each of the 368 questions. One of the most useful features in the app is the ability to tap on the Scripture references associated with a given question and see all of those references lined up in one easy to read screen. It will even read the Scripture out loud to you! I also love how when viewing a question, only the question is presented first with no answer allowing the reader to ponder what the answer is before revealing it. The thought and care that went into the development of this App is astounding, and I believe it will be instrumental in discipleship journeys all over the world.
Speaking of “all over the world”, this initial release is in English only, but as more translations of To Be A Christian are completed we are also hopeful to add them into the app to create a truly global resource as a gift to Anglicans worldwide.
It is my encouragement to you all to visit www.thecatechismapp.com and download this app on your phone today.
App Store Description of the To Be A Christian App:
Catechesis, an age-old Christian practice of disciple-making, employs a straightforward question-and-answer format to teach new believers and church members the core tenets of Christianity. “To Be a Christian,” authored by J. I. Packer and a team of Anglican leaders from our province, revitalizes this often-overlooked tradition for contemporary Christians. This beloved catechism contains over 360 questions and answers, each supported by Scripture references, covering the full spectrum of Christian doctrine and life. Drawing from foundational texts such as the Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Ten Commandments, it provides clear, concise, and conversational guidance. Perfect for believers seeking to deepen their understanding of God’s Word and strengthen their faith, the “To Be a Christian” app makes this invaluable resource accessible anytime, anywhere. Download now and start your journey of deepened spiritual growth!
Soli Deo gloria,
++Steve
