Introduction

The New City Catechism is a discipleship resource our church family can use together to grow in a deeper understanding of Godโ€™s truth and the hope of the gospel. Through simple questions and answers rooted in Scripture, it helps believers of all ages learn the core beliefs of the Christian faith in a clear and meaningful way. Each weekโ€™s question invites us to slow down, reflect, discuss, and remember the truths that shape our worship, daily lives, and identity in Christ. Whether used personally, with family, or in community, the catechism is meant to encourage ongoing spiritual formation and a shared foundation of faith across our church.

The full New City Catechism includes 52 questions that walk through the foundational truths of the Christian faith. During Summer 2026, however, our church will focus on 11 selected questions together. These questions will help guide our teaching, reflection, and conversations throughout the summer as we grow in our understanding of God, ourselves, and the gospel.

Overview

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June 7, 2026
Question #1

What is our only hope in life and death?

Romans 14:7โ€“8

June 28, 2026
Question #2

What is God?                          

Psalm 86:8โ€“10, 15

June 21, 2026
Question #3

How many persons are there in God?

2 Corinthians 13:14

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July 5, 2026
Question #4

How and why did God create us?

Genesis 1:27

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July 12, 2026
Question #21

What sort of Redeemer is needed
to bring us back to God?

Isaiah 9:6

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July 19, 2026
Question #22

Why must the Redeemer be truly human?

Hebrews 2:17

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July 26, 2026
Question #23

Why must the Redeemer be truly God?

Acts 2:24

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August 2, 2026
Question #24

Why was it necessary for Christ,
the Redeemer, to die?

Colossians 1:21โ€“22

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August 9, 2026
Question #36

What do we believe about the Holy Spirit?

John 14:16โ€“17

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August 16, 2026
Question #37

How does the Holy Spirit help us?

Ephesians 6:17โ€“18

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August 23, 2026
Question #38

What is prayer?

Psalm 62:8

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Illustrations by Crossway, taken from The New City Catechism by Crossway, Copyright ยฉ 2017. Used by permission of Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers, Wheaton, IL 60187, www.crossway.org.