Understanding Christianity as a Way of Life
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The Sacramentalists is a podcast where the ancient Christian faith is brought to bear on issues prevalent in modern culture. Join us for in-depth discussions on how theology intersects with our daily lives.
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Sacramental Whine an Independent Sacramental Movement Podcast is about the "Independent Sacramental Movement," which is a branch within Christianity rooted in the Catholic and Eastern/Oriental Orthodox branches of the Mystical Body of Christ. The host of the show is David Oliver Kling, a bishop within the Ancient Apostolic Church of Alexandria (http://www.alexandriancommunity.org/). +Oliver is a graduate of Wright State University with a BA in Philosophy and a BA in Religious Studies, a Mast ...
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Join Michael in a discussion about what the abundant life is that Christ wants to give us; what is the experience of this life now amidst all of the daily worries, stresses and anxieties; and how learning to see and experience all of life as liturgical and Eucharistic is key to living how God wants us to live…
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Join Michael in a discussion about how we easily succumb to delusional thinking due to our egos, how this is a great detriment to ourselves and others, and what we can do to overcome it and move toward salvation and not destruction.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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In this bittersweet episode of The Sacramentalists, we say (mostly) farewell to our co-host, Fr. Wesley. As he steps back from regular podcasting to focus on doctoral studies, parish life, and family, we reflect on the journey of the show, memorable episodes, and what it’s meant to pursue beauty, truth, and sacramentality together.Joining us is the…
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Join Michael in a discussion of how the quest for high self-esteem, and even having low self-esteem, often take us in the opposite direction of God, and what we need to do to break free of this self-made prison and become who we are meant to be in Christ.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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Intersectionality with Thomas Bradshaw
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1:04:23Episode 118. In this episode I am joined by Thomas Bradshaw, a former ISM priest and now UCC congregant. We talk about the intersectionality between the Independent Sacramental Movement and Mainline Churches such as the United Church of Christ. Links: Alexandrian Community. St. John's United Church of Christ, Massillon Ohio.…
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In this episode of The Sacramentalists, Frs. Creighton and Wesley welcome New Testament scholar Dr. Matthew Bates to discuss his provocative new book, Beyond the Salvation Wars: A New Vision of the Christian Life.Bates argues that many of our debates about salvation—whether framed in terms of “faith alone” or “works righteousness”—have become theol…
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Join Michael as he discusses what combat with the true enemy looks like, the weapons and strategies we should employ, and the trap we can fall into if we don’t learn how to see deeper spiritually.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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The Journey of the Mind to God by Bonaventure (A Crossover Episode with The Classical Mind)
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1:14:48In this special crossover episode of The Sacramentalists Podcast and The Classical Mind Podcast, we dive deep into St. Bonaventure’s The Journey of the Mind to God—a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that maps the soul’s ascent to divine union. Together, we explore Bonaventure’s vision of contemplation, the role of intellect and love in knowi…
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Should Christians Read Plato? And Other Questions with Dr. John Mark Reynolds
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1:12:09Should Christians read Plato? How does a Rule of Life help us learn? Can AI replace classical education? We delve into these and other questions with Dr. John Mark Reynolds. Dr. Reynolds is the President of the Saint Constantine School and author of many books, including When Athens Met Jerusalem: An Introduction to Classical and Christian Thought.…
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Poems for Lent
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1:24:58Lent is coming soon! On this episode, we help you get prepared for this season of penance and fasting by discussing three great Anglican poems: "The Altar" by George Herbert, "Good Friday, 1613. Riding Westward" by John Donne, and "Love (III)" by George Herbert. We pray that you will find these poems as beautiful as we do and that they will stir up…
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Welcome to episode 117. In this episode there is an interview with D. T. Bryant, author of “Unless a Seed Falls to the Ground: Welcoming the Death of the Whiteness Gospel.” Father Danny Bryant serves as the priest of St. Mary of Bethany Parish and is a priest within the Anglican Free Fellowship of America. He and his wife Rebecca have four children…
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Those who have followed the podcast for a while know that we love to support those who make solid catechetical and didactic material for kids! In this episode, Fr. Creighton and Fr. Wesley sit down with Fr. Paul Sterne, the chaplain at St. Theodore's Anglican Chapel and the C.S. Lewis Student Center at the University of South Carolina, to discuss h…
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Masculinity, Femininity, and the Church
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1:07:12If you look at our culture, it doesn't take long to realize we have a problem understanding gender. On the one side, there are nominalists who deny the existence of gender except as a social construction used to control people. The opposite side is gender essentialism that forces everything into overly narrow boxes. It should be clear that neither …
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Anglican Spirituality with Fr. Greg Peters
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1:17:59In this episode of The Sacramentalists Podcast, Frs. Creighton and Hayden welcome Fr. Greg Peters, professor of medieval and spiritual theology in the Torrey Honors College at Biola University and the Servants of Christ Research Professor of Monastic Studies and Ascetical Theology at Nashotah House Theological Seminary, to discuss his new book, Ang…
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Join Michael as he explores the difference between loneliness and being alone, and how we can be more aware and supportive to anyone struggling with debilitating loneliness.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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In this episode, episode 116, I have the honor of speaking with Bishop Joshua Paszkiewicz, who serves as Coadjutor Bishop in the Ancient Apostolic Church of Alexandria. We have an exciting episode planned for you. We discussed several topics, especially post-denominationalism. Links: Ancient Apostolic Church of Alexandria.…
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Join us as we close out our Fall 2024 Season with a Live Q&A! We would love to hear from you! Send us your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.
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Join Michael in a discussion of what is means to live as a pilgrim of Christ and how to understand and address our deep yearning and longing of unmet desire in a world of restlessness, noise, and distraction.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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After Stoicism with Boethius and Dr. Thomas Ward
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1:22:16Join Fr. Creighton, Fr. Hayden, and Fr. Wesley as they delve into the wisdom of Boethius with special guest Dr. Thomas Ward, associate professor of philosophy at Baylor University and author of the new book, After Stoicism: Last Words of the Last Roman Philosopher. Boethius, a Roman senator and philosopher unjustly imprisoned in the 6th century, pe…
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Letters to a Future Saint with Dr. Brad East
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1:11:52In this episode, Fr. Wesley sits down with Dr. Brad East, associate professor of theology, for a captivating conversation about his new book "Letters to a Future Saint: Foundations of Faith for the Spiritually Hungry." Discover how this book offers a roadmap for those seeking a deeper connection with God and a more meaningful spiritual life. We wou…
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Join Michael in a discussion of God’s goodness versus our own goodness, and why the prevalent cultural belief of many that all you have to be is a good person is results in so many unintended consequences.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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Clergy and Politics with Abp. Mark Haverland
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1:08:08In this episode of The Sacramentalists Podcast, we’re joined by Archbishop Mark Haverland of the Anglican Catholic Church to discuss the complex relationship between clergy and politics. We explore the distinction of offices and the clergy's responsibility to be pastors instead of politicians. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on faith, …
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Is Concupiscence Sin?
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1:21:20In this episode of The Sacramentalists Podcast, we explore why concupiscence is not considered sin from an Anglo-Catholic perspective. Join us as we define concupiscence and sin, examine scriptural distinctions between inclination and willful sin, and delve into teachings from Church Fathers like St. Augustine and theologians like St. Thomas Aquina…
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The St. Michael's Conference SW with Fr. Joseph Francis and Allison Reimschussel
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1:01:45Discover the transformative St. Michael's Conference Southwest! On this episode, Frs. Creighton, Hayden, and Wesley chat with Fr. Joseph Francis and Allison Reimschussel, who share their profound vision for this powerful conference. Fr. Francis and Allison will shed light on the conference's key theme, liturgical and non-liturgical activities, and …
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Duns Scotus with Dr. Thomas Ward
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1:29:03Join the Sacramentalists podcast as we delve into the fascinating world of Duns Scotus with renowned scholar Dr.Thomas Ward. In this episode, we explore Ward's insightful book "Ordered by Love," uncovering the profound implications of Scotus's theology for our understanding of God's love, creation, and the Sacraments. Discover the beauty and releva…
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The Blessed Virgin Mary is the most important human person to ever live. Given her prominent role in the Christian faith, there has been a proliferation of titles for her that reflect various aspects of the Gospel story. Join us today as we sit down with Bp. Chandler Holder Jones, the Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Province of America, as we draf…
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On today's episode, Fr. Wesley sits down with Dr. Joshua Jipp to discuss his book Pauline Theology as a Way of Life: A Vision of Human Flourishing in Christ. Dr. Jipp is the Director of the Henry Center for Theological Understanding and Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. In this insightful discussion, they explore ho…
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The Papacy and Its Recent Developments with Bishop Chandler Holder Jones
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1:23:32On the first episode of the *fifth* season of the Sacramentalists Podcast, Frs. Creighton and Wesley discuss recent developments in the Roman Catholic understanding of the papacy in light of the new study document, “The Bishop of Rome: Primacy and Synodality in Ecumenical Dialogue and Responses to the Encyclical Ut Unum Sint". Bp. Chandler Jones is…
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Join Michael in a discussion of our desires, how they get in the away of the elusive peace we seek, and what we need to do to find true contentment.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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Join Michael in a discussion about how many people are haunted by a spiritual reality they consciously or unconsciously acknowledge, especially during times of tragedy and loss, and how to minister to them through relationship and storytelling.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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Join Michael in a discussion about an encounter he had with man with severe facial injuries, and what it caused him to reflect on concerning the face of Christ and the theological understanding of our faces that should guide our daily encounters with everyone.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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Join Michael in a discussion of the difficulty of getting out of our own heads, the cultural and spiritual challenges that perpetuate this, and leaning to live our faith through our hearts and not just our minds.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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89 | The Sacramentalists Go Scriptural: The Book of Ephesians with Fr. Wesley Hill
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1:03:26Join The Sacramentalists podcast as they dive deep into Scripture with Fr. Wesley Hill, Episcopal Priest and Associate Professor of New Testament at Western Theological Seminary, exploring the rich theology and practical wisdom of the Book of Ephesians. Discover how this ancient letter speaks to modern Christians, offering guidance on faith, relati…
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Join Michael in a discussion of how to guard our hearts and minds against the ancient sins of infidelity and individualism that are both subtle and celebrated in today’s culture.Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio
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88 | The Beatitudes
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1:49:15Dive deep into the heart of the Beatitudes with the Sacramentalists podcast! This episode explores the profound spiritual teachings of Jesus, offering insights into how these blessings can transform your life and bring you closer to God. Join us as we unpack the rich symbolism and meaning behind each Beatitude, uncovering the hidden truths that can…
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The medieval period was one of the most exciting for theology. On today's episode, Frs. Hayden, Wesley, and Creighton each draft their top three medieval theologians (we define that as 500-1500). Who do you think won? In the comments below, tell us who your favorite medieval theologians are!We would love to hear from you! Send us your feedback and …
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Join Michael is a discussion on our need to navigate the difficult liminal spaces in our lives with patience and discernment, as illustrated beautifully in the story of St. Mary of Egypt, and how it is possible to overcome sin and depravity to fulfill our calling to become saints and living icons of Christ.…
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