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In our final class on the Ecumenical Councils, we look at how Nicaea 2 was received by the Lutherans and the Reformed, and how historic Anglicanism fits into the picture. We discuss the "Homily on the Peril of Idolatry," the influence of later Gothic Revival and Ecuminism, how Anglicans approach the issues today, and finaly evaluate the Council fro…

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The Anointed Savior, Son, and Lord: A Homily on the Second Article of the Apostles’ Creed 20:17

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Part 3 in our Trinityide Summer Series

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 13: The 2nd Council of Nicaea, 787 AD (Part 1) 32:53

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In the first part of our discussion on the Seventh Council, we discuss some of the difficulties with properly representing the Council, the background issues, and the Council itself. Next week we will discuss some of the implications of the Council for Anglicans today.

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Our Father of Infinite Power, Wisdom, and Goodness: A Homily on Article 1 of the Apostles’ Creed 16:01

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Part 2 of our 2025 Trinitytide Sermon Series

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 12: The 3rd Council of Constantinople, 681 AD 29:00

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We discuss the sixth ecumenical council, yet another attempt to reconcile the increasingly fractured early church. The controversy at hand is whether Christ has two “energies” and two wills, a human and a divine. We also touch on the contemporary debate over the “eternal subordination of the Son in Reformed circles.…

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 11: The 2nd Council of Constantinople, 553 AD 32:30

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We discuss the fifth ecumenical council, which attempted to reconcile the churches of Syria and Egypt with the rest of the Church. The question at hand: how can Christ’s human nature be a true nature without having its now personhood distinct from the Divine Person of the Logos?

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Fundamentals and Foundations: A Homily on the Apostles' Creed 16:53

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Part 1 of our 2025 Trinitytide Sermon Series

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A Confession of Faith: A Homily for the Feast of St. Peter the Apostle 23:29

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Text: Matthew 16:13-19.

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 10: The Council of Chalcedon, 451AD 34:51

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We discuss Monophysitism, the ongoing struggles between Antioch and Alexandria, the final “creed” of the Patristic era, and the ongoing schisms in the East.

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Sunday 06.22.25 - "The Life We Actually Long For" - Jared Dybzinski 28:36

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Lay preacher Jared Dybzinski fills in for Fr. Jeromie Rand Support the showBy Christ Our Hope Anglican Church

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Provincial Council 2025: Canon Law, Why it Matters, and the Life of the Church 22:02

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Canon Mark interviews the Rev. Cn. Andrew Rowell, Director of the AAC's Anglican Governance Ministries and Chair of the ACNA Governance Taskforce. He talks about the two important subjects of today's Taskforce presentation: Title I and Title IV. Why do they matter? What do they mean for the life of the Church? And how can everyone in the province, …

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Bishop Phil Ashey Talks College of Bishops and Provincial Council 2025 22:31

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Canon Mark is together again with Bishop Phil Ashey, coming to our listeners from Ambridge, PA and Trinity Anglican Seminary on the opening night of Provincial Council 2025. Bishop Phil shares his experience at his first College of Bishops meeting since his consecration and his thoughts on the upcoming Council.…

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 9: The Council of Ephesus, 431AD 35:00

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In today's class we discuss the heresy of Nestorianism, its connection to Pelagianism, the Marian title "Theotokos," and how the theological distinction between justification and sanctification remains important today.

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Solving the Problem of the One and the Many: A Homily for Trinity Sunday 20:16

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For further reading, see chapters 3 and 4 of TheCruelty of Heresy by C. FitzSimons Allison.

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Sunday 06.15.25 - "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Faith" - Fr. Al Janssen 30:24

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 8: Pelgaianism 31:06

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As a preface to the 3rd Council, we discuss the British monk Pelagius, and why his teaching was condemned by St. Augustine.

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The Grace and Gift of the Spirit: A Homily for Whitsunday 16:39

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Texts: Acts 2:1ff, John 14:15ff, 1 Corinthians 12:4ff,Luke 11:9ff

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Sunday 06.08.25 - Pentecost Sunday - "The Spirit of Truth" - Fr. Al Janssen 29:40

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Visiting priest Fr. Al Janssen preaches for Pentecost Sunday Support the showBy Christ Our Hope Anglican Church

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 7: The First Council of Constantinople (Part 2) 31:22

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We conclude our discussion of the First Council of Constantinople, 381AD, the second ecumenical council. We continue to discuss the theological controversies of semi-Arianism and Appolinarianism, as well as some of the issues covered in the canons.

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The Victorious Conqueror: A Homily for the Sunday After the Ascension 20:53

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See the Conqueror Mounts in Triumph 1. See the Conqu’ror mounts in triumph; see the King in royal state, Riding on the clouds, his chariot, to his heav’nly palace gate. Hark the choirs of angel voices joyful alleluias sing, And the portals high are lifted to receive their heav’nly King. 2. He who on the cross did suffer, He who from the grave arose…

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Sunday 06.01.25 - Eastertide VII - "The Promise of Joy, Even in Sorrow" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 27:58

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 6: The 1st Council of Constantinople (Part 1) 31:27

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We begin a discussion of Constatninople 1, the 2nd Ecumenical Council (381AD). We cover the historical background and some of the theological implications of the main controversy (Semi-Arianism). Next week we will discuss the canons and creed from the Council.

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Learning to Pray: A Homily for Rogation Sunday 14:30

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Texts: John 14 & James 1

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Sunday 05.25.25 - Eastertide VI - "New Heavens, New Earth, New Life" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 25:25

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Sunday 05.18.25 - Eastertide V - "Babylon Destroyed: The Mercy of God's Judgement" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 23:26

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 5: A Follow-Up on Christology 22:30

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Mr. AJ Ellis concludes his discussion on Christology. We look at Nestorianism, Docetism, and Ebionism. The Anglican Compass series, "We Believe: Reflections on the Nicene Creed" can be found here.

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S4.E9 Recapitulation 1:04:26

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Bishop Fitzwater, Deacon Adam, and Aidan discuss the hermeneutical framework of recapitulation. Conversation flows from the hermeneutical understanding to its place in the Christian hermeneutical arsenal. For questions or comments, please email us at [email protected]. Check out information about the Forward in Faith assembly at www.fifna.org/…

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A Humble Song of Praise and Prophecy: A Homily for the 3rd Sunday After Easter 18:53

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Text: 1 Samuel 2:1-10

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Sunday 05.11.25 - Eastertide IV - "Remember You'll Die, But Remember to Live" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 30:25

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 4: An Issue of Christology 31:34

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This week we have a guest presenter, Mr. A.J. Ellis, who is discerning a call to the Vocational Diaconate. In this episode, A.J. leads us in a discussion on how our understanding of Christ impacts our understanding of our own Salvation, an issue at the very heart of the Ecumenical Councils.

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Bishop and Sheperd of our Souls: A Homily for the 2nd Sunday After Easter 20:06

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Texts: 1 Peter 2:19-25, 5:1-8

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Sunday 05.04.25 - Eastertide III - "The Many Ways of Encountering the (Same) Risen Christ" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 34:20

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The Ecumenical Councils Part 3: Nicaea 1, 325AD 36:40

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We discuss the background, people, and events related to the First Council of Nicaea (325 AD), including the Arian controversy, the school of Antioch vs the school of Alexandria, and the original version of the Nicene Creed.

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The Pure Milk of the Word: A Homily for the 1st Sunday After Easter 16:12

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Text: John 20:19ff

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Sunday 04.27.25 - Eastertide II - "The Almost Happily Ever After" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 28:52

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The Great Plot Twist: A Homily for Easter Sunday 19:01

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Text: Isaiah 25:1-9

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Sunday 04.20.25 - Easter Sunday - "Practice Resurrection" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 26:49

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The Ecumenical Councils, Part 2: Introducing the Councils 28:37

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We give a brief overview of the Seven Ecumenical Councils and discuss our general relationship to them as Anglicans.

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Glory through Humility: A Homily for Palm Sunday 17:13

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Main Text: Philippians 2:5-11

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Sunday 04.13.25 - Palm Sunday - "The Road of the Beloved" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 25:13

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The Ecumenical Councils, Part 1: “The Cruelty of Heresy” 33:55

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We begin our study of the Ecumenical Councils by discussion the major kinds of Christological and Trinitarian heresies, and what problem in the human heart they stem from. Much of today's discussion is based on material from Bishop C. FitzSimmon-Allison's "The Cruelty of Heresy" which can be found here.…

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"Say We Not Well that Thou Art a Samaritan?" - A Homily for Passion Sunday 19:58

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Text: John 8:46-end

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S4. E8. The Liturgy & Spiritual Warfare 43:05

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Bishop Darryl and Deacon Adam discuss how the liturgy is related to spiritual warfare.

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Sunday 04.06.25 - Lent 5 - "Remember Not...or Remember Differently?" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 26:37

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S4. E7. The American Catholic? 37:49

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Bishop Fitzwater and Deacon Ridgeway discuss some potential updates and changes in Appalachian Anglican and Forward in Faith North America podcasts. Please send your thoughts to [email protected]

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A Sunday of Refreshment: Homily for the 4th Sunday in Lent 19:40

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Text: John 6:1-14

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Sunday 03.30.25 - Lent 4 - "The Prodigals Among Us" - Fr. Jeromie Rand 31:07

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Phil Ashey Becomes a Bishop of the ACNA 22:20

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On this episode, Canon Mark Eldredge talks with Bishop-Elect Phil Ashey on the eve of his consecration as Bishop of the Diocese of Western Anglicans. They discuss the process of becoming a bishop, the role of a bishop, Phil's continuing work at the AAC, and how this whole transition has been coming together for him and his family.…

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S4.E6. Your Saintly Responses 33:06

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Here are some examples of the Church Triumphant aiding in prayer and fellowship.