Apostles’ Creed

You may have noticed during the Easter Season that we used the Apostles’ Creed instead of the Nicene Creed.

The origins of the Apostles’ Creed are believed to predate the Nicene Creed. It is universally recognised by many Christians as a shared statement of our faith in God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The Apostles’ Creed may be used at any Sunday Mass, but the Church particularly recommends its use during Lent and Easter Time.

Why? Because the words of this ancient Creed have been used for centuries as the basis of our baptismal promises, and the seasons of Lent and Easter put a strong focus on baptism. During Lent we prepare those who will be baptised at Easter while readying ourselves to renew our own baptismal promises. As we recite the Apostles’ Creed, it will stir in our hearts our commitment to Christ which was first made at our own baptisms and prepare us to renew our promises at Easter.