Resources on Augustine of Hippo

Augustine of Hippo | Church Life Journal

In this sermon, Augustine of Hippo brings together many scriptures to expound on the significance of the Feast of the Epiphany. It celebrates the first revelation of Jesus to Gentiles (the Magi).

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Faith, Humility, Salvation, Christ

The Fruits of Unity

Augustine of Hippo | The Sunday Website

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Book Quote

In this commentary on John 20:19-23 and Acts 2:1-11, Augustine of Hippo (354-430) writes that at Pentecost, "what discord had scattered, love was to gather together."

John 20:19-23; Acts 2:1-11

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Diversity, Holy Spirit, Love, Pentecost

The Only True King of Zion

Gregory Palamas | The Sunday Website

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This resource contains two commentaries: Gregory Palamas' (1296-1359) on Matthew 21:9 that highlights Jesus' true kingship and Augustine of Hippo's (354-430) on Matthew 23:39 and Jesus' choice to suffer for us.

Matthew 21:9, 23:39

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Choice, Compassion And Sympathy Of Christ, Death Of Christ, Kingly Office Of Christ

Augustine of Hippo on the Will

Han-luen Kantzer Komline | Reformed Journal

Article about Church History, Article about Theology

Our will is at the core of who we are. Han-Luen Kantzer Komline reflects on St. Augustine's (354-430) four views of human will: as originally created, the fallen will, the redeemed will, and the eschatological will.

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Sin, Freedom, Free Will, St. Augustine

Pentecost Prayers

Sylvia Dunstan | Re-Worship

Prayer

A number of short prayers written by Sylvia Dunstan and Augustine of Hippo that are appropriate for the theme and the season of Pentecost.

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Pentecost, Prayer, Holiness, Holy Spirit

Prayer for the Indwelling of the Spirit

Augustine of Hippo | Worship Quotables

Prayer

Augustine of Hippo (354-430) offers a prayer directed toward the Holy Spirit, that asks for the Spirit's indwelling in living for God and witnessing to his work in the world.

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Attributes Of God, Holy Spirit, Pneumatology

God Wearing Skin

Dale J Cooper | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Book Quote

Drawing on the writing of Barbara Brown Taylor and Augustine of Hippo, Dale Cooper presents four implications of Christ's incarnation (John 1:14) for human bodies. Bodies are an arena to practice holiness and express solidarity.

John 1:14

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Jesus Christ's Humanity, Incarnation, Body, Heidelberg Catechism

See How These Christians Love One Another

J Warren Smith | Christian History

Article about Church History

"...early Christians saw the church as intended by God to be one." An article about Tertullian, Cyprian of Carthage, and Augustine of Hippo, who had to confront disputes about the purity and unity of the church....

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Unity, Cyprian, Tertullian, Works Of St. D'augustine Of Hippo

The Wonder of the Incarnation

Augustine of Hippo | Worship Quotables

Poetry

This poem by Augustine of Hippo (354-430) offers praise, worship, and wonder at the miracle of Jesus' incarnation, exploring the mystery of the infinite God becoming finite human. Appropriate for Advent or Christmas services.

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Advent, Christmas, Incarnation

Early Church Evidence for the Eucharist

William Hemsworth | Patheos - Catholicism

Article about Worship and the Sacraments, Article about Church History

In this article, William Hemsworth summarizes the positions of four church fathers on the Eucharist: Ignatius of Antioch (d. c.108/140), Justin Martyr (c.100-c.165), Irenaeus of Lyons (c.130-c.202), and Augustine of Hippo (354-430).

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St. Augustine, Ignatius Of Antioch, Justin Martyr, St. Irenaeus

Thanksgiving for the Gift of a Child

The Church of England

Baptism Liturgy or Prayer

This service is provided for the private celebration of a birth or adoption, or the public celebration of the birth or adoption of a number of children as part of a main Sunday act of worship.

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Baptism, Children, Adoption, Thanksgiving

The Ascension of Jesus

Jay Wright | Worship Quotables

Book Quote

In celebration of Christ's ascension (Luke 24:51 and Acts 1:1-9), Jay Wright, Augustine of Hippo (354-430), and Gerritt Dawson reflect on the culmination of Jesus' earthly ministry and the transition to his continuing ministry.

Luke 24:51; Acts 1:1-9

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Ascension, Comforter, Feast Of The Ascension

Search Results for "Augustine of Hippo" on Hymnary.org

Jerusalem, My Happy HomePD
Augustine of Hippo (August 28 or May 5)PD
Ah, holy Jesu, how hast thou offendedPD
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The Enduring Counsel of Humility

Joseph T LaBelle | Offerings

Article about Scripture, Article about Theology

Joseph LaBelle examines the Christian understanding of humility for ordained priests, offering a brief survey of how this virtue has been valued and encouraged through formative periods in apostolic and later Christian history.

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Humility, Ordination, Priesthood, Roman Catholic

Church and State

Peter Rozic | Reformed Journal

Article about Theology

Peter Rozic considers the debate on the separation of church and state, drawing from "De Civitate Dei" by St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430), which argues for humility against pride and putting God first in all things....

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Politics, St. Augustine, Separation Of Church And State, State And Church

Temptations of Christ

Michelle Curtis | Christian History

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Book Quote

This resource based on Deuteronomy 26:8–9; Matthew 4:3–4; and Mark 1:14–15 offers reflections and quotes for the first week of Lent. It highlights the value of looking to Jesus for guidance and strength in overcoming temptation.

Deuteronomy 26:8-9; Matthew 4:3-4 Mark 1:14-15

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Augustine, Saint, Of Hippo, Glossa, John Calvin, Temptation

The Incarnational Nature of Congregational Song

Cynthia Wilson | Discipleship Ministries

Book Quote and 2 more types

An article by Cynthia Wilson (part 2 in a series) that reflects on the formative effects of music within liturgy, which "provides a clear roadmap to the Paschal Mystery."

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Liturgy, Music, Aristotle, Plato

A Litany for Teachers of the Faith and Spiritual Writers

The Church of England

Assurance of Pardon, Call to Confession, Prayer of Confession

An order of service focused on teachers of the faith and spiritual writers. Also included is a list of special days honoring saints of old whose service is remembered on specific days.

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Litany, Liturgy, Anglican, Teachers, Ministry

Breathe in Me

Augustine of Hippo | Global Worship

Song or Hymn

Stacey Pool Regan and Elise Massa share their new arrangement of the hymn "Breathe in Me," written by Augustine of Hippo (354-430). (Length: 03:05) Includes chord sheet.

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Holy Spirit, Sanctification, Holiness, St. Augustine

Man's Maker was Made Man

Augustine of Hippo | Global Worship

Song or Hymn, Artwork, Poetry

This resource offers a Christmas poem from St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430), reflecting on the incarnation of Christ and his life as Messiah. Also includes devotional art from John Stuart.

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Christmas, Incarnation, Messiah

Sermon Quotes on Anxiety

Augustine of Hippo | The Pastor's Workshop

Book Quote

Augustine of Hippo offers a prayer for those who are stressed. Marcus Aurelius says that it is not external events that make us anxious but our assessment of them - which we can control.

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Anxiety, Prayer, Pain, Care