Appalachian Anglican: Recent Episodes
Darryl Fitzwater
Appalachian Anglican brings the distinct flavor of the mountains and hollers of the Appalachian region to the global Anglican chorus. Weekly topics look at Church history, teaching, and liturgy. The variety is as varied as the autumn leaves on the mountains. Check in weekly for new episodes!
In collaboration with the Forward in Faith North America podcast, Appalachian Anglican presents an interview with Dr. Gerald McDermott. Dr. McDermott shares about his works, journey to Anglicanism, and ministry.
Check out the Foward in Faith North America Podcast.
Check out Deep Anglicanism.
Get a copy of Fr. McDermott's magnum opus, A New History of Redemption.
For questions or comments, please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Other books mentioned during the interview
Seeking the Secret Place
The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue the series on the apostles. This week, they cover James the Just's life, ministry, and impact.
For questions or comments, email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the patron saint of impossible situations: St. Jude Thaddeus. Enjoy the discussion as the guys interact with the life, epistle, and impact of the Apostle Jude.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, Alex, and Josh interview priests across the Wild and Wonderful state of West Virginia. Tune in as Fr. Jim Sallie of Redeemer Parkersburg, Fr. Chris Borah of Christ the King Anglican Church in Beckley, Fr. Derek Roberts of Hope Church in Charleston, and Fr. Jonathon Wylie of Church of the Resurrection in Huntington share what the Lord is doing across the Mountain State.
For more information on the specific churches represented in this podcast, check out the links below:
Redeemer Parkersburg, Parkersburg, WV
Christ the King Anglican Church, Beckley, WV
Hope Church, Charleston, WV
Church of the Resurrection, Huntington, WV
Church of the Ascension, Ranson, WV
Join us for this episode as Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss St. Peter, the Prince of the Apostles. The conversation covers St. Peter's life, church traditions, and personal speculation.
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For questions or comments please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
inFr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss church furniture and architecture in the sequel to Church Clothing. They discuss reverence in holy spaces, specific furniture used in worship, and much more.
For questions or comments, please get in touch with Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darry, Adam, and Josh discuss the "Thin Places." The gang uses the Celtic phrase to discuss shrines, monuments, and sacred spaces.
If you have questions, comments, or a personal experience about the topic, please email darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl and Adam discuss "church clothes." Don't let the title fool you. This episode is more than dressing your Sunday best. The duo explains various vestments in Anglican worship and the significance of the vestments in worship. So sit down and buckle up for some holy fashion advice.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh tackled the topic of God's wrath. From man's true nature to God's justice and soveriegnty, the gang tackles this heavy topic with a sprinkle of humor in true Appalachian Anglican style.
For questions or comments, email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the history of the modern Pentecostal and charismatic hermeneutic. The team evaluates the challenges, advantages, and relevancy of the modern charismatic renewal in Anglicanism today.
Let us know what you think! For questions or comments, please get in touch with us by email at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the topic of Eucharist as sacrifice. Fr. Darryl draws connections between the Passover meal, John 6, and Luke 22 to explain the fulfillment of key ideas in the Eucharist and the Apostle's participation in the Kingdom of God.
For questions or comments, reach out to Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Join Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam in their latest discussion on Branch Theory! This ecclesiological perspective sheds light on the unity of provinces amongst catholic bodies. Enjoy as the gang tackles this listener-requested topic.
For questions or clarifications, feel free to email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the relationship between nature and grace. Fr. Darryl explains that grace does not sit in opposition to grace. Instead, it heals and nurtures the nature established by God. The conversation explores the fascinating interplay between grace and nature.
For questions or comments, please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
In this conversation, Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh delve deep into the intricate theological concept of kenosis. They explore the orthodox perspective and analyze modern errors on the subject. Moreover, they examine the practical implications of kenosis in the life of the apostle Paul and the lives of the Philippian church.
For questions or comments reach out through email to darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the incarnation and its effect on salvation and nature.
For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue the discussion on marriage. In part one, we looked at the normative; In part two, we look at the safeguards for healthy, long-lasting marriages built into the prayerbook. Lastly, we end the discussion on the somber topic of annulling or dissolution of marriage and the specific categories.
For questions or comments, please reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh approach the topic of marriage. In part one, we look at the normative. Check-in next week for part two!
For questions or comments, please reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
On this week's episode, Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss one of the greatest influencers of the English Reformation: Archbishop Thomas Cranmer.
If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the hierarchy of inspirational texts for the Church.
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Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about Jesus' prophesies and their interpretations. Using Old Testament passages and ancient historians, Fr. Darryl brings new (to many) ideas to light.
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Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the relation of the incarnation in eschatology.
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Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue on the topic of eschatology, discussing several theories and the scriptures on the antichrist.
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Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh kick off the first part of an eschatological series with rapture theories.
For questions, comments, or controversies, email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about the idea of Tabula Rasa and how it is often related in modern Scripture study.
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Consulting Scripture, the Creeds, and the Anglican formularies, Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the implications of Universalism.
For questions, comments, or controversies please reach out at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh interview a long-time friend and partner in ministry, Pastor Jimmy Brockway, from Virginia Beach, VA. Pastor Jimmy shares about his journey thus far to the Historic Church.
For questions, comments, or controversies, email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.
Fr. Darryl, Alex, Josh, and Adam welcome special guest Fr. Brandon LeTourneau. Fr. LeTourneau shares his paper The American Catholic Church and more on American Anglican History.
For more information on Fr. Brandon LeTourneau's work, check out his Substack here, his North American Anglican Essays here, and his Nashotah House Press Works here. A second edition of No Other Foundation: Essays on Women's Ordination in the Anglican Churchwill be coming out this year from Prolego Press.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Alex record at the Jefferson County Fair to discuss "yellow collar" work and faith at work.
For questions, comments, or controversies, please contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or reach out to us on Facebook.
Season 9 kicks off with discussion about the various accounts from history regarding the Blessed Virgin Mary. August 15 is her feast day on the church calendar.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the spiritual practice of silence. The irony is thick since they're talking about being silent.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh explore the idea of suffering. Tune in as the gang discusses suffering and how the Lord can bring glory to His kingdom and power to His Church.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about realism as presented by the book of Hebrews. Join the gang as they hit on realism, nominalism, and nihilism.
For questions, reach out to darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook!
Josh and Fr. Darryl talk a little about liturgy, worship, sacraments, realism, and nominalism.
Fr. Darryl, Alex, and Josh interview a long time friend, Pastor Rob Willis. Pastor Willis is presently working on a Doctor of Ministry in spiritual formation, with an emphasis in deliverance ministry. As always, if you have any questions, please send them to Fr. Darryl, darryl@ascensionwv.org. If you have questions, or would like to connect with Pastor Willis, you can email him at robbie@getlinkedchurch.org.
Also, for a short time t-shirts promoting the podcast are available. We are using the proceeds to update our equipment.
https://www.bonfire.com/appalachian-anglican-merch/?fbclid=IwAR2UeqFZARBEhHN-EZABJhg6soLT1-7fYOEK_dXDgHhh6Dlf-CbK8g98SRo
Fr. Darryl was able to attend the most recent Forward in Faith North America conference in Dallas. Along with Adam, Josh, and Alex, they discuss what Forward in Faith is and what it does.
(The audio file is a little spotty on this one. Thanks for bearing with us.)
Check out the Forward in Faith website for more info and how to become a member.
www.fifna.org
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Alex discuss the third Person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit. The guys give some personal stories and devotional thoughts.
Fr. Darryl and Adam talk about the significance of the Ascension of Jesus in the life of the Church.
For questions, comments, or controversies find us on Facebook or email at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
Join Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh as they break down GAFCON IV and the Kigali Commitment.
For questions, comments, or controversies message us on Facebook or email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.
References:
Kigali Commitment: https://gafcon23.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Kigali-Commitment-2023.pdf
Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches Statment: https://anglican.ink/2023/02/20/global-south-no-longer-recognizes-canterbury-and-cofe/
In every movement, organization, or communion, there is always more than what meets the eye. Fr. Darryl, Alex, Adam, and Josh discuss the condition of the Anglican movement and the things that lead us here. They end the episode introducing Fr. Darryl's trip to GAFCON.
For questions, comments, or controversies, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.
Resources
https://americananglican.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/AAC-Timeline.pdf
https://www.anglicanrealitycheck.org/
https://www.gafcon.org/sunday-2019/documentary
Fr. Darryl, Adam, Josh, and prodigal member Alex, discuss the complimentary nature of the Marian and Petrine grace and their necessity for the health of the Church. Out of conversation flows practical ways that the Marian grace is exemplified.
See the article that we discussed
https://northamanglican.com/women-and-men-in-ministry/
For questions, comments, or controversies, contact us as darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.
From the earliest Christians to modern believers worldwide, the Theotokos has always had a special place in the ranks of the saints. Join Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh as they use the Annunciation as a launching point to discuss Marian traditions, beliefs, and devotions.
For questions, comments, or controversies, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or visit us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FatherFitzwater.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the American Great Awakenings and their impact on American culture, church, and evangelism. As a sprinkle on top, they share their thoughts on the recent events at Asbury University.
For questions, comments, or controversies, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or message us through our Facebook page.
Fr. Darry, Adam, and Josh introduce the English mystics and their influence in pre-reformation England. Follow along as the gang gives practical application and insight from the mystics.
The team talks about technological advances in AI (artificial intelligence). If AI, automation, and other technologies can replace humans, can they replace the episcopacy?
On today's episode, Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh address the negative actions of King Henry VIII during his reformation.
For questions, comments, or controversies, contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or our Facebook page.
A listener asked, "Why are you Anglican?" The team tackles this question by delving into erroneous assumptions, history, and personal experiences.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about the medieval Pope's power (Pope Innocent III) labeled the Plenitudo potestatis, "fullness of power."This episode rounds out the discussion about councils and is connected to the challenges at work right now in the Anglican Communion.
The gang explores Article 19 of the 39 Articles expounding on provincialism and its benefits.
A day late but not a dollar short, Fr. Darryl and Adam reflect on the life, ministry, and influence of St. Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury. The tenacity, boldness, and transformation speak to many issues in the Church today. We hope you enjoy the story of one of Fr. Darryl's favorite historical figures.
Fr. Darryl and Adam continue the discussion on the Church of Corinth. The dynamic duo, using 2 Corinthians and Clements's letter, delve into the fate of the Corinthian Church.
The parallels between the letters to the Corinthians and Western Civilization are shocking, but are they valid? Tune in as Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh, take the teachings of Paul in 1 Corinthians and apply them to the world around us.
The gang talks about the Oughtness of God and its impact on nature, humanity, and all things created.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about the hierarchy of beliefs. The gang explains De Fide (of the Faith) and Adiaphora (indifferent) tenets and their impact on Orthodoxy.
In this week's 'listeners' questions series,' Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the Ordination of women into Holy Orders.
Alex, Josh, and Fr. Darryl discuss a listener's question about gender as it relates to the Bible.
Darryl, Adam, and Josh tackle two listeners questions in one episode! What did Jesus do in Hell? Also, some thoughts on the triduum of Allhallowtide.
Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the doctrine about the Communion of the Saints and some of the devotional practices related to the teaching throughout history.
On this week's episode, Josh, Adam, and Fr. Darryl discuss Rapture theories (The study of the end times) and its implication on prophesy's revelation, interpretation, and application. This is another listener requested topic.
AA continues the discussion on prophesy, drawing from Judges and the books of 1 and 2 Corinthians.
This week's subject is the gift of prophecy, prophets, and how to discern them. The team discusses the topic by highlighting Scriptural precedence, Church Tradition, and practical modern application. This is another topic requested.
The discussion this week looks at the creation of humanity as male and female. This is another listener topic that was requested.
Conciliarism is the topic this week. How the Church lives and operates in this changing world reflects the nature of the Gospel itself. Here are some links that will be helpful:
https://www.amazon.com/Anglican-Conciliarism-Church-Meeting-Together/dp/0997921196
https://americananglican.org/conciliarism-what-does-it-really-mean/
Appalachian Anglican discusses Infant baptism and its implications. Sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the ride!
Brand new season! With that comes a refresher on the Anglican Way for theologizing: Scripture, Tradition, and Reason.
For this weeks episode we talk about Holy Orders as they relate to modern ideas around the 5 fold ministry.
This week we discuss marriage.
Questions can be emailed to calebridgeway@appalachiananglical.com
This episode answers some questions that have recently come in. Also, in anticipation for Pentecost, Fr. Darryl has applied the last two episodes on Nuda Scriptura to the practice of praying to the Holy Spirit.
This week we discuss the different perspectives of reading scripture. This is part 1 of 2.
This bonus episode is an interview with Fr. Derek Roberts, a previous guest. He is the Rector of Hope Church in Charleston, WV and the newly appointed Dean for the Appalachian Deanery within the Diocese of Christ Our Hope in the ACNA. The new Canon Missioner, Fr. Ben Sharpe, who working with Fr. Derek is a new guest and shares some great insights about Anglican mission in WV.
Check out www.missionwv.org
*Disclaimer: the audio for portions of this call recorded poorly.
This week we discuss how Realism, Nominalism, and Nihilism have effected Biblical interpretation.
This week we talk about the lives of three saints: Maximilian Kolbe, Padre Pio, and Charbel Makhlouf.
This episode we discuss the different schools of thoughts of living the Christian life.
This week we discuss the relation of the Altar and the Priest. We get into the necessity of this relationship for the understanding of Christ's communication with us.
This week we have a Zoom conversation with Pastor Jay Morgan who comes from Christ Community Church in Jesse, WV.
This week we discuss a topic about Mary and what the Church has taught about her throughout history.
It's Advent! What? Don't worry, this week we discuss what Advent is and what it's about.
This week we discuss the necessity of church and different concepts found in scripture and tradition for how we should view the church.
Since it's October and we see Halloween being celebrated. This week we take the time to discuss where this Holiday comes from and how we see the church celebrating it differently.
This episode is more relaxed, but still conventional. Either way we hope you enjoy the ending of season 2 and we thank all our listeners for "tuning" in.
This week we discuss Ecumenical Relationships with Rome and EO. The purpose of this episode is to talk about process of bringing the church into full unity.
This week we discuss the topic of Missions and how they Anglican tradition has grown throughout the world.
This week we discuss a recent time in history, The Charismatic Renewal. We look at the good and the bad outcomes of this time in church history.
This week we talk about exorcisms. Yes, it does seem crazy, but this is something scarcely and seldomly talked about within the church.
This week we discuss the Communion of The Saints and how the church has viewed it throughout history.
This week we discuss some key events and people in Anglican Tradition over the past 400 years or so.
For this episode we discuss baptism and how the church has seen it throughout history. (This episode has some audio issues due to our equipment having issues in the middle of the recording. So, no it's not you it's us, thanks for listening.)
This week we talk about priests. We discuss the roles and history of Priests and what is different between a Priest and a Pastor.
We are starting off season two with the topic of worship. What is worship actually and how has it been done in the church throughout history.
This week we discuss the practices and traditions of Anglicanism and different contributions it has given to the church as a whole.
This week we discuss Henry VIII and go into his life and what was happening in the church around that time.
This week we discuss Richard Hooker's ideology of the "Three Legged Stool." We discuss how Scripture, Tradition, and Reason should be used when discerning church practice in our world today.
This week we discuss another church heresy known as Donatism and how it relates to our world today.
This week we finish discussing the seven Ecumenical Councils. We discuss a brief overview of issues and answers to questions happening in the church.
This week we look into Vincent of Lérins. This discussion about Vincent’s rule "Everywhere, Always, and by All" will prove to be a very thought provoking and spiritually stirring topic because of our contemporary church life. We hope you get fresh inspiration and new insight
This week we talk about questions that required ... well, a longer answer. So, here is our second BONUS episode for Appalachian Anglican.
This week we go into the surprisingly wild times of the Ecumenical Councils. In these councils we have bishops from all over discussing important issues and doctrine within the early church. The Council of Constantinople(381) and the Council of Ephesus(431).
This week we look at the early church's customs and standards of operations in the continuation of the Faith.
When it comes to understanding the continuation of Apostles in church history, we have to see the role and responsibility future generations will take to carry on the Gospel to its full meaning. This week we discuss Bishops and how pivotal they are in the church's history and future.
This week we cover how we got our scripture and discuss why/how it didn't just "fall out of the sky."
Think back to a time and place before the Bible as we know it was assembled together. How were some of the foundations of fundamental truths established within the church? This week we discuss the Council of Nicea and what was established there.
What is happening after the Apostolic Fathers? Where is the structure of the early church found? What is the early church Leading up to? This week we discuss the early church and its logical and theological reasonings for structure.
What Authority is over us? What are the duties and responsibilities for those in Authority? What gives them the Authority to be over us? This week we discuss Authority in the church and begin to understand reasonings for why it has been implemented within the church.
This week we dive into a discussion about Liturgy. What is it about? How is it relevant? Why is it applicable?
In this episode we talk about ourselves and how we all came to be Appalachian Anglicans.