Confirmation And First Communion - Softcover

Henry Garrett Newland

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371711223 ISBN 13: 9780371711224

Publisher: HardPress, 2021

Synopsis

Confirmation And First Communion by Henry Garrett Newland is a practical Anglican manual from the 1854 edition that guides clergy in preparing catechumens for Confirmation And First Communion within the Church of England. The work blends doctrinal instruction with parish administration and catechetical pedagogy, presenting the minister as ambassador of Christ and steward of the Church’s mysteries. It emphasizes sacramental grace as inseparable from outward signs, the central role of Confession and Absolution in pastoral care, and the restoration of church discipline and clerical authority in forming consciences. Sponsors and godparents are highlighted as witnesses and conscience-keepers in the catechetical process, while education—Sunday and evening schools and allied programs—works in tandem with spiritual formation to sustain church influence among the young. Structure enumerates a Preface and Dedication; sections on Confirmation; the proper age for Confirmation; difficulties and remedies; preparation of conscience; the proper adaptation of teaching to times and audiences; and a liturgical-educational journey from Baptism through Confirmation to First Communion. It advances a doctrinal, sacramental pedagogy rooted in scripture, creeds, and church order.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371711223
• ISBN 13: 9780371711224
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 458