Join us as we discuss St. Luke's beloved birth narrative (Luke 2:1–20), with special love for the shepherds. Next, we have fun looking at Christmas classics and seeing if the gospel is present or not: The Polar Express, Elf, A Charlie Brown Chr

Ep. 113 Jesus & John the Baptist/ Lessons & Carols

Dec 10th, 2022 1h 9m

Join us as we talk John the Baptists' question, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” in Matthew 11:2–19. Next, we discuss the purpose, structure, and beauty of the service of Nine Lessons & Carols. We love it, and w

Ep. 112 John the Baptist, & All things Advent!

Dec 2nd, 2022 1h 16m

Join as as we discuss John the Baptist's call to repent in Matthew 3:1–12. Next, we discuss all things Advent. It's our favorite season! We explain how it's wholly separate from Christmas, and give several suggestions as to how to keep a holy

Ep. 111 Christ the King, & Thanksgiving

Nov 18th, 2022 1h 5m

We discuss Jesus as the true King (Luke 23:35–43) and the importance of proclaiming Christ's true Kingship over all things. Next, all things Thanksgiving. We review a little history as well as discuss it's importance in the annual rhythm of o

Ep. 110 Jesus Foretells Destruction of the Temple, & Veterans/Remembrance Day

Nov 12th, 2022 1h 4m

Join us as we discuss Jesus foretelling the destruction of the Temple in Luke 21. We then mark Veterans' Day, or Remembrance Day as it is known throughout so much of the world. We talk vets, WWI, and patriotism. Kirk thinks it's ok to love and

Ep. 109 Jesus & Zacchaeus, & All Saints' Day

Oct 29th, 2022 59m 28s

We discuss Jesus' remarkable and underserved visit to Zacchaeus' house according to Luke 19:1–10. Next we talk about All Saints' Day: why we both love it, its role as a principle feast in the Church, and how we needn't be afraid of Haloween a

Ep. 108 The Pharisee and the Tax Collector, & Reformation Day

Oct 25th, 2022 1h 4m

We discuss the parable of the pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18:9–14. Next, we talk Reformation Day (10/31). Not officially observed in any Anglican prayerbook, we nonetheless discuss its historical causes and effects. Next, week, All

Ep. 107 Parable of the Persistent Widow, & "Licorice Pizza"

Oct 15th, 2022 1h 9m

We discuss the parable of the persistent widow (Luke 18:1–8). We also talk about Paul Thomas Anderson's 2022 film "Licorice Pizza". It's hard to explain... It has no plot. It's about childhood in the 70's, Hollywood, and coming of age. And it

Ep. 106 Jesus Cleanses 10 Lepers, & "Vengeance" (2022 Film)

Oct 8th, 2022 1h 10m

We talk Jesus healing 10 lepers in St. Lukes's gospel. Then we discuss "Vengeance", a 2022 film and B.J. Novak's directorial debut. An honest, gracious film highlighting the sins and failures of both red and blue America, and the chaos and pain

Ep. 105 The Rich Man & Lazarus, & "Only Murders in the Building" Season 2

Oct 1st, 2022 1h 3m

We discuss yet another profound and daunting parable from St. Luke's gospel- the rich man & Lazarus. Then we talk "Only Murders", season 2. We think it's funny, soulful, and full of some Christian moments. Enjoy!Luke 16:19–31

Ep. 104 The Dishonest Steward, & Elizabeth II

Sep 23rd, 2022 57m 37s

We're back! We look at the parable of the dishonest manager- a very tricky parable indeed. Then we briefly honor Queen Elizabeth II as a saintly Christian and a faithful steward of the Church. Enjoy!Luke 16:1–13

Ep. 103 Jesus sends out the 72, & The Supreme Court did what?!

Jul 1st, 2022 1h 23m

We welcome Reformed podcaster Scott Schultz as we discuss Jesus sending out the 72 in Luke 10. Next, we examine what is next for the Church in light of SCOTUS' overruling of Roe v. Wade. We give thanks to God, discuss what is now to be done, an

Ep. 102 Peter Confesses Jesus as the Christ, & HBOMax's "Winning Time"

Jun 18th, 2022 1h 17m

We look at Luke's account of Peter confessing Jesus as the Christ, as well as lay the groundwork for a summer and autumn full of Luke's rich gospel. Then, we discuss HBOMax's Winning Time. It's good, but veeery R. Lot's of basketball talk, but

Ep. 101 "If ye love me, keep my commandments", & Pentecost

Jun 3rd, 2022 1h 7m

Join us as we examine Jesus' promise in John 14 to send another Comforter; a Spirit of truth. We then love at Acts 2 and examine what Pentecost means for us in the life of the church and our individual hearts, as well as wonder why it's not a "

Ep. 101 John's Upper Room Discourse, & "The Last Samurai"

May 20th, 2022 1h 6m

We're back! We talk John's Upper Room Discourse in John 14. Then, we discuss Tom Cruise's 2003 "The Last Samurai"-- a touching homage to pre-modern 19th century Japan. Enjoy!John 14:21–29

Ep. 100 Resurrection Appearances in John 21, & Sts. Philip and James (May 1)

Apr 29th, 2022 49m 38s

We enjoy walking through Jesus's resurrection appearances recording in John 21, then mark the Feast of Saints Philip and James (the Less), oft-overlooked, but nonetheless martyrs and apostles for Christ. Happy Easter, all!John 21:1–14John 14:

Ep. 99 'Doubting' Thomas, & "The Batman"

Apr 22nd, 2022 1h 17m

Jesus appears in the upper room to the disciples, then later to Thomas who impresses us with his startling confession of Christ's Divinity. Next, we discuss Matt Reeves' "The Batman". It's too long, but is better than we expected, and we look f

Ep. 98 Easter, & Holy Week (The Triduum)

Apr 15th, 2022 1h 28m

We discuss Luke's account of the Resurrection. Then we walk through Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, & Holy Saturday (devotionally and liturgically). We go long, but Holy Week and Easter are worth the time. Blessings!Luke 24:1–12John 13:1–15Luk

Ep.97 Palm Sunday, & The Lord's Supper as the New Passover

Apr 9th, 2022 46m 59s

We talk Luke's account of Jesus' triumphal procession into Jerusalem. Then we talk about the rich link between the Lord's Supper which Jesus celebrated on Maundy Thursday and the Passover in Exodus. It is both the old Passover, and something fu

Ep. 96 Parable of the Wicked Tenants, and Lent Collects

Apr 1st, 2022 59m 54s

After a week off, we return with Jesus bracing parable of the wicked tenants (Luke 20). Next, we look at the remarkable collect for Passion Sunday, the 5th Sunday in Lent. Enjoy!"Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills an

Ep. 95 "Repent or Perish", St. Patrick & St. Cuthbert

Mar 18th, 2022 1h 10m

Join us as we discuss Jesus rich teaching early in Luke 13 (repent, parable of the barren fig tree, & healing on the Sabbath). We also observe the feast days of a couple of remarkable early saints in the British Isles: St. Patrick & St. Cuthber

Ep. 94 The Narrow Door, St. Perpetua, & Gregory the Great

Mar 11th, 2022 1h 9m

Join us as we discuss Jesus' exhortation to strive to enter through the narrow door. Next we mark several important feast days this week: St. Perpetua and Gregory the Great. Enjoy!Luke 13:22–35Genesis 15:1–18

The Temptation of Jesus, & "The Gilded Age"

Mar 4th, 2022 53m 37s

We discuss St. Luke's account of the temptation of Jesus. Next, we look at the visually stunning and socially insightful HBOMax miniseries "The Gilded Age". Enjoy!Luke 4:1–13"Fasting a source of Trial". A Sermon by John Henry Newman

Ep. 92 The Transfiguration, & Ash Wednesday

Feb 25th, 2022 53m 29s

We discuss Luke's account of the Transfiguration and its fitting place as the pivot between Epiphany and Lent. Next, we anticipate Ash Wednesday are excited about Lent, if one can say that. :-) Blessings!Luke 9:28–36Matthew 6:1–6, 16–21

Ep. 91 The Beatitudes (according to Luke), & Martin Luther

Feb 16th, 2022 53m 55s

Join us as we discuss Jesus' "Sermon on the Plain" in Luke 6. We then mark Martin Luther's feast day (2/18/1546). Kirk is a fanboy, and thinks he is ripe for a reevaluation from many who are skeptical. Chris pleads for nuance in understanding h