Collects Epistles and Gospels (1928 BCP)
Collects Epistles and Gospels (1928 BCP) is a proposed AnglicanWiki article explaining this topic within the 1928 American Book of Common Prayer, with attention to Scripture, the Creeds, the Prayer Book, and the Articles of Religion.
Introduction
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Liturgical Text Summary
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Theological Meaning
Classical Anglican (Reformed/REC)
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High Church / Tractarian
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Historical Anglican Voices
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Scriptural Foundations
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Historical Development
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Use in Worship
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See Also
- Book of Common Prayer (1928)
- Collect for Trinity Sunday (1928 BCP)
- Church Calendar (1928 BCP)
- Holy Communion (1928 BCP)