March 2020

Today’s Forward Day by Day

GREGORY OF NAZIANZUS, Bishop and Theologian, 389

We are called to be together. We are called to be in community rather than in isolation. In scripture and through the Holy Spirit, Jesus continually calls us out of ourselves and into communities of faith. These communities are not always easy; we often hurt one another. We betray, grandstand, and belittle. We get caught up in our differences, forgetting...

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Today’s Forward Day by Day

GREGORY OF NAZIANZUS, Bishop and Theologian, 389

We offer what you need for daily prayer. Use our app on your smartphone, listen to our podcasts, or enjoy our free prayer website. You’ll find the daily office, Forward Day by Day, and more.

Good Book Club to read the Gospel of Matthew during the season of Easter

Mar 31, 2020

Forward Movement, with support from partners from around the Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion, will celebrate the season of Easter with a new round of the Good Book Club. Starting on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020, and continuing through the Day of Pentecost, May 31, the Good Book Club features daily readings from the Gospel … Continue reading Good Book Club to read the Gospel of Matthew during the season of Easter →

Women & Angels of the Bible: Hagar and the Angels in the Desert

Mar 26, 2020

Forward Movement Managing Editor Richelle Thompson recently chatted with Lindsay Hardin Freeman, author of the popular book Bible Women: All Their Words and Why They Matter, and Kate Moorehead, author of the newly released Angels of the Bible: Finding Grace, Beauty, and Meaning. This discussion focused on women and angels in the Bible, specifically, Hagar’s encounters with … Continue reading Women & Angels of the Bible: Hagar and the Angels in the Desert →

Making e-books available in a time of need

Mar 26, 2020

We’ve reduced the price of Kindle e-books! As we all try to adjust to physical distancing and increased isolation due to the new coronavirus, it is quite natural to yearn for connection and for growth, even in these trying times. Some of us are trying to figure out how we might use this time for … Continue reading Making e-books available in a time of need →

Forward Today: Pour your grace into our hearts

Mar 25, 2020

Dear friends in Christ, Today the church celebrates the feast of the Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ to the Blessed Virgin Mary. We recall Gabriel’s announcement and Mary’s acceptance, that God-among-us would be born to dwell with us. As I looked at the Gospel lesson to prepare writing this email, I had a bit … Continue reading Forward Today: Pour your grace into our hearts →

Free Forward Movement Resources

Mar 19, 2020

As we face a coronavirus pandemic and are spending more time in our homes, Forward Movement is offering an array of free resources to support individuals, families, and groups as they worship and pray at home. We will continue to add to this list in the new few weeks, so please check back soon! Online … Continue reading Free Forward Movement Resources →

Forward Today: Wearied by changes and chances?

Mar 18, 2020

Dear friends in Christ, It seems that each new day brings unsettling news. Around the world, life is changing more rapidly than we can imagine as we face threats posed by the new coronavirus. I don’t know about you, but for the last week or so, each day seems like it passes quickly while yesterday … Continue reading Forward Today: Wearied by changes and chances? →

Forward Movement is Here to Support You

Mar 16, 2020

Dear friends in Christ, We are all moving through unknown territory as COVID-19 spreads across the globe. I want you to know that Forward Movement is here for you. Our mission to inspire disciples and empower evangelists does not change now. We know that following Jesus is as important as ever, and our world needs … Continue reading Forward Movement is Here to Support You →

Prayers for “spiritual communion” available from Forward Movement

Mar 13, 2020

Long-standing practice in the Episcopal Church has offered a means for people to receive Holy Communion spiritually when it cannot be received physically. For example, in the Ministration with the Sick service in the Book of Common Prayer, the following rubric is given: If a person desires to receive the Sacrament, but, by reason of … Continue reading Prayers for “spiritual communion” available from Forward Movement →

Forward Movement offers resources for prayer and worship at home

Mar 13, 2020

As we face a coronavirus pandemic, some churches are canceling worship services and other gatherings to slow the spread of disease. This means that many Christians will find themselves praying and worship at home instead of going to church. Forward Movement is offering an array of free resources to support individuals, families, and groups as … Continue reading Forward Movement offers resources for prayer and worship at home →

Forward Today: Praying together

Mar 11, 2020

Dear friends in Christ, Our world seems to get more chaotic by the day. The news has been full of developments concerning the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). What are we to do as people of faith? Of course, we can take care of ourselves and our communities following the guidance of medical professionals and government leaders. … Continue reading Forward Today: Praying together →

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Today’s Forward Day by Day

Prayers & Devotions for May 9, 2025

Thanks to the generosity of our donor community, Forward Movement shares resources with prisons, hospitals, military bases, assisted living centers, and countless other places where people yearn for ways to pray, engage scripture, and draw nearer to Christ.

Forward Movement inspires disciples and empowers evangelists. We offer devotionals, Bible studies, formation courses, and other resources to equip and support people in their walk with Jesus Christ.

Forward Movement has been a ministry of the Episcopal Church since 1935. We are financially independent, relying on sales and the generosity of our donors to support our mission and expand our reach.

Forward Movement es un ministerio de la Iglesia Episcopal. Ofrecemos recursos impresos y digitales, en español y en inglés, para apoyar nuestro sendero espiritual como seguidores de Jesús. Te invitamos a que nos acompañes en la tarea de inspirar discípul@s y empoderar evangelistas.

Our Online Store & Resource Center has our devotionals, bible studies, group courses and much more.

Some of these resources are free, thanks to the generosity of donors and grants.

Daily prayer as an essential practice for all who follow Jesus. We offer teaching tools to equip you for a life of prayer, books of prayers, and prayer apps and podcasts.

Reading scripture helps us learn the sacred stories of God’s love for us and for all creation, and the Bible can empower us to be disciples in a complex world.

Explore some of what we offer to help you savor God’s word.

Find support for lay leaders and clergy!

We aim to help all leaders focus our church on making disciples through effective practices and spiritual formation.

The rhythms of the church year help us to enter fully into the love of Jesus through his birth, life, ministry, teaching, death, and resurrection.

Explore our seasonal offerings for you and your church.

Today’s Forward Day by Day

Prayers & Devotions for May 9, 2025

Thanks to the generosity of our donor community, Forward Movement shares resources with prisons, hospitals, military bases, assisted living centers, and countless other places where people yearn for ways to pray, engage scripture, and draw nearer to Christ.

Forward Movement inspires disciples and empowers evangelists. We offer devotionals, Bible studies, formation courses, and other resources to equip and support people in their walk with Jesus Christ.

Forward Movement has been a ministry of the Episcopal Church since 1935. We are financially independent, relying on sales and the generosity of our donors to support our mission and expand our reach.

Forward Movement es un ministerio de la Iglesia Episcopal. Ofrecemos recursos impresos y digitales, en español y en inglés, para apoyar nuestro sendero espiritual como seguidores de Jesús. Te invitamos a que nos acompañes en la tarea de inspirar discípul@s y empoderar evangelistas.

Prayers & Devotions for

May 9, 2025

Prayers & Devotions for

May 9, 2025