Missionary District

Figures from Church History: Ignatius

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0600

A new series (hopefully!) where Fr. Robert and I give an overview of an historical figure as a way to introduce people to them and their contributions to the Church. In this episode, one of our favourite church fathers: Ignatius of Antioch!

On Non-Human Intelligence

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Jordan Duncan, co-host of the "Lesser Known Lewis" podcast, and I speculate on the existence of non-human intelligence and some of the potential implications to the Christian faith; in part through an exploration of C.S. Lewis' essay "Religion and Rocketry."

Lesser Known Lewis Podcast

C.S. Lewis' "Religion and Rocketry" (YouTube audio)

Paul Thigpen's "Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith"

Jimmy Akin's "Mysterious World"

On Serving the Poor

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:17:58 -0600

In this episode, I talk with Deaconess Kay Steele about service to the poor.

Unfortunately an embedded link on this page doesn't work on all platforms, so just copy and paste this address into a new window to donate: https://app.rotessa.com/link_authorizations?form_url=viachurch (Please remember to put "Abide" or "Benevolence" in the comment field.)

To get in touch with Kay, email: kay.s@viachurch.ca.

On Holy Orders: Part II

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Here we continue our discussion on Holy Orders, talking about how Apostolic Succession functions to preserve unity and express the gospel.

On Holy Orders: Part I

Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 -0600

We begin a discussion about Apostolic Succession, touching on its biblical and historical foundation and sacramental character. We also talk a bit about absolution and the tension between a universal calling for all of God's people and a specific calling for a select few.

On the Validity of Baptism

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 10:25:11 -0600

In this episode, we talk through what makes a baptism valid and why baptism is unrepeatable.

We make reference here to this video series on the core differences between the beliefs of Christianity and those of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

On Infant Baptism: Part II

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we continue the discussion on infant baptism by talking about how the practice reveals the core message of grace as well as some of the most common objections that are usually raised against infant baptism.

On Infant Baptism: Part I

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:03:22 -0700

The first of two episodes discussing infant baptism. In this episode we discuss infant baptism in history, and infant baptism in scripture.

On Baptism and Salvation

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we talk about baptism in general and about the relationship between baptism and salvation.

Secularism Series 6: Individualism

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we talk about individualism, and touch on the ancient 'beating the bounds' ritual, excommunication, and sola scriptura.

On Calling Priests Father

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we discuss whether it is appropriate or not to call our priests 'father,' and take a look at a common objection to this practice rooted in Matthew 23:8-12.

Also, Jordan introduces his new podcast, which you can find here: https://anchor.fm/lesserknownlewis

Secularism Series 5: Medical Assistance in Dying

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we continue our conversation about secularism by trying to explore how a Christian and secular worldview each approach the issue of Medical Assistance in Dying.

Articles referenced or that may be of interest:

On Communion Without Baptism

Mon, 30 May 2022 09:00:00 -0600

Why is baptism required in order to participate in Holy Communion? In this episode, we talk through this question and try to respond to some of the objections that are often voiced against this practice.

Secularism Series 4: Miracles

Mon, 16 May 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we talk about miracles. What defines a miracle from a secular standpoint, and how does that differ from a Christian perspective?

On the Sign of the Cross

Mon, 02 May 2022 09:00:00 -0600

In this episode we talk about making the sign of the cross as part of our private devotion and public participation in the liturgical action of the church.

Secularism Series 3: The Incarnation of Jesus

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 09:11:50 -0600

In this episode we talk about the Incarnation of Jesus Christ and try to wrestle with the union of humanity and divinity in one person.

On the Church Calendar

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:37:41 -0600

In this episode we give an overview of the church calendar and then offer some reasons for why following the church calendar is beneficial (starting at 24:47).

Secularism Series 2: Metaphysics in the Public Sphere

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:05:47 -0600

In this episode we talk about the separation of the public sphere and the private sphere in secular society, and the latent belief in Naturalism that characterizes the metaphysical outlook of the public sphere.

Secularism Series 1: What is in the Groundwater?

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:14:09 -0700

As we begin our discussion about secularism we discuss the idea that we all have metaphysical assumptions, and that we are often unaware of what exactly those assumptions are.

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