Word & Table
Stephen Gauthier, Alex Wilgus
Word and Table is a weekly podcast about liturgy, sacrament, and the great tradition of Christian worship and why it is vital in our world today.
It is hosted by Fr. Alex Wilgus, rector at Redemption Anglican Church in The Colony, TX and features Fr. Stephen Gauthier, the Canon Theologian of the Diocese of the Upper Midwest in the Anglican Church in North America
It is hosted by Fr. Alex Wilgus, rector at Redemption Anglican Church in The Colony, TX and features Fr. Stephen Gauthier, the Canon Theologian of the Diocese of the Upper Midwest in the Anglican Church in North America
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May 27, 2020 • 41min
The Hebrew Bible
A big episode covering a big topic: the Hebrew Bible, its arrangement of the Old Testament, its history, languages, and how Jews and then Christians successfully transmitted God's inspired word through thousands of years of linguistic change.Music from a performance in Oxford in 2010.Support us on Patreon:Email us
May 19, 2020 • 28min
Preparing for Marriage
What does the process for getting married look like and what is the reason that Christians--particularly Anglicans in the ACNA--take the preparation so seriously?Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
May 12, 2020 • 31min
Christian Ethics
How do Christians see the difference between right and wrong? How do we learn to make the right choices and examine our past choices?Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
May 8, 2020 • 33min
Liturgical Colors
The hosts discuss the significance of liturgical colors in setting themes for seasons and feast days. They explore the meaning of white, red, and purple in Anglican tradition, as well as the usage of additional colors like black and rose. The chapter also touches on the controversy surrounding the use of blue and introduces a new color, brownish orange, created to celebrate the earth and the fall season.
Mar 18, 2020 • 34min
Origen
Deciding who is the most important early Christian writer means sifting through a crowded field, but Origen is a strong contender. His life and work laid the foundation for systematic theology and he died an exemplar of courage and piety.Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
Mar 10, 2020 • 44min
Tertullian
An overview of the life of a foundational early Christian writer who nevertheless ended his life outside of the Church.Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
Feb 24, 2020 • 17min
Paedocommunion
How old should baptized children be before they can take communion? How do different traditions approach the question? What should you be thinking about as a parent as you decide for your children?Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
Feb 5, 2020 • 33min
Holy Tradition
What do Anglicans mean when they cite Holy Tradition? How is it connected with scripture and where do we gain our ultimate authority?Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
Jan 20, 2020 • 24min
The Baptism of the Lord
Jesus's baptism has a great deal of significance we often miss. It tells us a lot about Jesus's unique power and authority, and it's also an event looked forward to since the beginning of the Old Testament.Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
Dec 23, 2019 • 23min
The Third Century
The Church in the 200s faced its greatest trial and won its greatest victory as a dying empire went from persecuting to endorsing the Faith.Support us on Patreon:Email usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications
