Word & Table

Explore ancient heresies and their relevance, from Gnosticism to Arianism. Dive into debates on Jesus' divinity, soul superiority, and unity in the Church. Learn about theological errors, heresies, and the importance of recognizing Jesus' dual nature.

Exploring the origins and significance of the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds in Christian liturgy. Discussion on the development of creeds in early Christianity, focusing on theological controversies and the role of creeds in defining beliefs. Delving into the intricacies of the Athanasian Creed and its unique Trinitarian emphasis. Exploring the authority of creeds in relation to scripture and the importance of unity in understanding core beliefs.

The podcast discusses the Eucharistic Prayer, explaining its structure, biblical roots, and components. They explore the differences between Western and Eastern church traditions, highlighting the theological significance of actions like genuflections. The hosts emphasize the spiritual power and unity found in the Anglican tradition of the Eucharistic Prayer.

O Come O Come Emmanuel has some of the most beautiful lyrics of all church music, and it turns out that they run deeper than your average carol. Father Stephen explains the history of the O Antiphons and how celebrating Christmas is incomprehensible without Easter. Music: "O Come O Come Emmanuel" arr. by Jocelyn Hagen performed by The Singers in Shout the Glad Tidings. Purchase here.

Exploring principles of interpreting scripture within a church community, uncovering literal sense before spiritual senses. Allegorical interpretation adds depth without negating truth. Importance of historical, theological lenses for understanding core message. Analyzing scripture with context, intention, cultural nuances. Anglican tradition emphasizes liturgy, sacraments, worship, accessibility of inspired knowledge.

There is a short letter wedged into most collections of the Apostolic Fathers. We don't know who wrote it and it certainly wasn't from the generation after the Apostles, so what's it doing there and why is it worth reading? Email the show Support the show

We've talked about Priests, Deacons, and Bishops, but what about everybody else? Are we all just supposed to "pay, pray, and obey?" Hardly. Lay-ministry is where all the action is. Father Stephen breaks down the duties of all the People of God and why ordinary members living holy lives is essential to the Church's mission. Email your question! Support Word & Table Music from Sublime Chant by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications.

On the much discussed doctrine of predestination: how God always initiates our salvation, and desires that all be saved (though some are not) and how that all works together for the good and comfort of those called according to his purpose. Email your question! Support Word & Table Music from Sublime Chant by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications.

Exploring Anglican unity with other Christian traditions while preserving unique identity. Discussing the Lambeth Quadrilateral's importance in achieving church unity. Delving into Anglican beliefs, creeds, and the role of bishops. Exploring controversies surrounding sacraments and episcopacy within Anglicanism.

Exploring how elements in Genesis symbolize the Trinity and Christ as the eternal Word, the power of God's Word and the Holy Spirit, symbolism of biblical figures like Mary and Abel, Melchizedek as a foreshadowing figure of Christ, and Christ symbolism throughout Genesis.