Grace Anglican Formation

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of Joshua. In chapter 11, Israel turns to the north conquers the kings and cities there.

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers. The people complain (11:1-9), Moses asks God for help (11:10-35), and Moses is criticized by Miriam and Aaron (12:1-16).

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. In chapter 10, the sun stands still (v.12-15) and five Amorite kings are captured and executed (v.16-28). Finally, Israel sweeps through southern Canaan, devoting the cities there to destruction (v. 29-43).

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers. This time, the method for keeping Passover is described (9:1-14) and the cloud and the fire from the Exodus is recalled (9:15-23). Finally, directions about trumpets are given (10:1-10) and the people depart from Sinai (10:11-36).

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. In this session, Joshua confronts the Gibeonites about their trick (9:22-28) and then Israel defends them from the kings of southern Canaan (10:1-11).

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a look at chapters 7 and 8. The offerings of the leaders are detailed (7:11-89), the seven lamps are described (8:1-4), and the consecration and service of the Levites is depicted.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on the book of Joshua with a look at most of chapter 7. Here, the Gibeonites trick Joshua into making a covenant with them (v.7-15) before their deception is exposed (v.16-18). Israel decides to honor their covenant, even if it was ill-conceived (v. 19-21).

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers with a look at the first nine verses of chapter 7. Why are the Koathites commanded to carry holy things on their shoulders?

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of the book of Joshua with a look at a covenant renewal ceremony (8:30-35), and the beginnings of a trick played on Israel by the Gibeonites (9:1-6).

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers with a closer look at the liturgy commanded by God to determine if a wife has strayed from the marriage covenant, its connections to other biblical passages, and why Yahweh would command such a rite.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of the book of Joshua with a look at most of chapter 8. Here, God tells Joshua the plan to conquer the city of Ai (v. 1-2), Joshua passes that plan on to the people (v. 3-9), and then the battle is engaged (v. 10-23). Finally the surviving king of Ai is brought to Joshua and executed (v. 24-29).

Michael Neal continues his study of the book of Numbers with a look at chapters 5 (a test for adultery) and 6 (a description of the Nazirite vow). 

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a discussion of the people who must be separated from the camp and an examination of how Numbers relates to the idea of apostolic succession.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of Joshua with a look at the end of chapter 7. Achan is punished for his sin...but is his whole family punished with him?

Michael Neal continues his study of the book of Numbers with a look at chapter 4 and the various tasks related to the tent of meeting.

The  Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua with the story of the defeat at Ai. Achan has stolen some of the devoted things from Jericho, and Israel pays the price. Then, Achan's sin is brought to light by God.

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers with a look at the bulk of chapter 3. The tribe of Levi is detailed, along with a discussion of how the Levites stand in the place of the firstborn sons of Israel. 

The Rev. Nick Lannon wraps up his long discursus on the morality of the conquest of Canaan before turning his attention to the final verses of chapter 6: Jericho is cursed and is never to be rebuilt.

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a discussion about Nadab and Abihu's mention in verse 4 of chapter 3. Why does Moses mention them and is there any Good News to be had by their inclusion?

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua with a discussion of the moral and ethical implications of the biblical texts describing the conquest of Canaan.

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a close look at the beginning of chapter 3. The generations of Aaron are listed, connecting this people, as a new creation, to the original creation in Genesis.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. In chapter 6, the people are given instructions to defeat Jericho and faithfully carry them out. God keeps his promise, delivering Jericho into their hands.

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a look at chapter 2. God lays out the camp of Israel around the tabernacle.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. The people of Israel celebrate their first Passover in the land (5:10-12) and Joshua has an interaction with the commander of the Lord's army (5:13-15).

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers. At the end of chapter one, the Levites—the priestly helpers—are set aside for their particular ministry.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. At the beginning of chapter 5, just after crossing the Jordan River, the nation is circumcised.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. In chapter 4, Israel finishes crossing the Jordan and is commanded to take stones out of the river to make a memorial. They are to remember all that God has accomplished for them.

Michael Neal continues his class on the book of Numbers with a look at most of the first chapter. God cares deeply for his people and the tribes into which they're organized.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. In chapter 3, the priests put their feet in the Jordan River, the water draws back into a heap, and the people cross into Canaan.

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a detailed look at the census data at the beginning of the book. Just how many Israelites came out of Egypt and began to wander in the wilderness? He evaluates both the "small Israel" and "large Israel" views.

Michael Neal continues his study of Numbers with a look at a number of biblical "echoes" surrounding the themes of garden and desert, especially prevalent as Israel wanders in the wilderness. 

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. The spies escape from Jericho with Rahab's help and make their report to Joshua (v15-24), in light of which the people begin preparations to cross the Jordan River (3:1-4).

At the 2026 Budget Presentation meeting, Pastor Nick gave a rector's perspective of the budget for 2026, Treasurer John Fidler gave his report, and the two of them answered parishioner questions.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. Spies are sent to Jericho and go to Rahab's house (2:1-2). The King of Jericho demands that Rahab produce the spies and she lies in response (2:3-7). Finally, Rahab confesses her faith in Yahweh and asks the spies to spare her family (2:8-14).

Michael Neal continues his class on Numbers with a discussion of wilderness as a state of being and Egypt as a metaphorical death with Pharoah as its dragon king from whom Yahweh will rescue his people.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. God commands Joshua to be obedient (1:8-9), after which Joshua officially takes command of the army (1:10-15). Then, the people pledge their faithfulness to their new leader (1:16-18) before Joshua takes his first step as leader: sending two spies in to Jericho (2:1-2).

The Rev. Nick Lannon begins his study of the book of Joshua with an introduction to the book as a whole before turning to the first verses of chapter 1, in which God commissions Joshua to take over from Moses, promises to be with him always, and encourages him to "be strong and courageous."

Michael Neal begins his study of the book of Numbers with a look at the structure of the book. Following the plan of the Bible as a whole, Numbers tells its story in three movements: creation, fall, and redemption.

The Rev. Nick Lannon answers questions turned in during the 2025 edition of his class on the biblical worldview. This year, there are questions about Peter Thiel's orthodoxy, the interpretation and history of prophecy, and more.

The Rev. Jacob Davis wraps up his study of the Book of Psalms with a discussion of how to use them in prayer. He examines Lectio Divina and breathing prayer as ways to incorporate the psalms into your daily fellowship with God.

The Rev. Jacob Davis continues his class on the psalms with a look at the Messianic Psalms, those psalms which are explicitly referenced by Jesus or the apostles as pointing forward and referring to Christ.

The Rev. Nick Lannon wraps up his study of Acts. Paul and his companions weather a storm at sea (26:13-26) before being shipwrecked on Malta (27:27-44). They are welcomed by the residents of Malta, Paul survives a snakebite, and heals the sick (28:1-10). Finally, Paul travels makes it to Rome (28:11-14) before the book ends, with the apostle preaching and teaching the Good News of Jesus Christ with boldness (28:15-31). 

The Rev. Jacob Davis continues his class on the psalms with a look that the royal (or kingship) psalms...that set of songs that pays homage to the King, and points forward to King Jesus.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues teaching in Acts. Paul finishes his speech before Agrippa, presenting the Gospel of Christ to the king (26:19-32), before beginning the long sea voyage to Rome (27:1-12).

The Rev. Jacob Davis continues his class on the Psalms with a look at the psalms of ascent, traditionally sung by Jews as they traveled to Jerusalem for feasts. 

The Rev. Jacob Davis continues his class on the Psalms with a look at how Anglicanism has incorporated the psalms into worship. He covers the Coverdale Psalter, sung and chanted psalmody, and more.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of Acts. Festus brings King Agrippa up to speed on Paul's situation (25:13-22) before convening a kind of tribunal with the leading men of the city (25:23-27). Paul then gives his testimony, both of his pre-conversion life (26:1-11) and of his meeting Jesus on the road to Damascus (26:12-18).

The Rev. Jacob Davis continues his class on the psalms with a look at the penitential psalms: those songs in which we confess our sins and throw ourselves on the mercy and grace of our Lord.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of Acts. Paul continues to defend himself before Felix (24:17-23) before preaching the Gospel to the governor and his wife (24:24-27). Then a new governor is appointed, Festus, and Paul has to defend himself again (25:1-9). Finally, out of other options, Paul appeals to Caesar himself (25:10-12). 

On October 12, 2025, Grace Church held it's seventh annual meeting. Pastor Nick have a state-of-the-parish address, Mark Compton gave a Senior Warden's report, John Fidler gave a Treasurer's report, and two new vestry members were elected.

The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his study of Acts. After being encouraged by Christ (23:11), Paul discovers that there is a plot afoot to kill him (23:12-22). Then, he's sent to Felix, the governor (23:23-35) where he is accused (24:1-9) and begins to make his defense (24:10-16).