The Nicene Creed

The word "Creed” is from the Latin word "Credo" which means, "I believe."   The Nicene Creed that we recite every Sunday was formulated approximately 300 years after the death of Christ to provide a statement of orthodox, apostolic belief.  It is based on the Scripture and the eye-witness of the Apostles to what God did and revealed in Christ.  The Nicene Creed was formulated by the Church Fathers to protect the Church against innovations and deviations from the “Faith once deposited” with the Apostles.  This Creed has been recited by Christians ever since.  Another similar Creed used by the Church is known as the Apostles’ Creed and is used at Baptisms and the Daily Office.  These creeds express the fundamental core of what we, the Church, believe.                  Fr. Rob