Word & Table

Did Jesus have all knowledge in the universe as a human being? What did Jesus already know as divine and what did he have to learn as a human being? Music: "Only Begotten Word of God Eternal" from Sublime Chant by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications Email your question! Support Word & Table

All about the Eastern tradition of icons, why the Church distinguished between images and idols, and how to read the puzzling style of Eastern icons. Click here for icon images Music from Sublime Chant by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications. Email your question! Support Word & Table

Fr. Stephen addresses some of the odd details in the gospel stories and why they're put there. Music: "Only Begotten Word of God Eternal" and "Alma Redemtoris Mater" from Sublime Chant by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications Email your question! Support Word & Table

How do we know what is true and false doctrine? A 5th Century French Father of the Church, Vincent of Lerins, laid down a helpful rule that became popular both with Catholics and Protestants around the time of the Reformation. Needless to say that makes him especially endearing to Anglicans. Email your question! Support Word & Table Music: Corde Natus ex Parentis by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications

Great questions from our listeners! Does Confirmation mean "becoming Anglican?" - Micah Thompson How does the church handle sacramental marriages that end up abusive? - Alyssa Keysor What would it take to reunite our Anglican churches with Roman Catholicism or other evangelical protestant denominations? - Seth Hedman Email your question! Support Word & Table Music: Veni Creator Spiritus by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications

In which Father Stephen summarizes every one of the 39 Articles of Religion in 35 minutes. That's less than a minute per article! Plus a short introduction explaining what the Articles are and are not. Email the show Support the show Music: "Ubi Caritas et Amor" by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications.

Explore the theological significance of praying in Jesus' name and the power of collective prayer in fostering a genuine Christian community. Discover how structured prayers can deepen spiritual connection and authenticity, challenging the misconception of prayers as mere rituals. Understand the importance of aligning prayers with God's will and the transformative potential of recited prayers for spiritual growth.

What did Jesus really say about marriage and divorce? How has the church upheld such a difficult teaching? Email the show Support the show Music: "Invitatory and Night Hymn" by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers. Copyright GIA Publications.

Exploring the positive counterparts of the Ten Commandments, emphasizing love and holiness. Discussing the importance of sincere worship and observing the Sabbath day. Delving into honoring parents, respecting authority, and combating envy with contentment.

Discover how the Old Testament scriptures intricately connect to Jesus, uncovering symbolic parallels like the Red Sea crossing and baptism. Dive into the deeper meanings of prophecies and narratives that foreshadowed Jesus, unveiling the symbolic connections between Old Testament events and Jesus in the New Testament.