The Presbyterian and The Priest‘s Podcast: Recent Episodes
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An inter-Church podcast by the Presbyterian and the Priest, discussing how we can celebrate friendship and diversity
We welcome along a new Priest today - Fr. Sharon to help Jonny reflect over this series. As you listen to this, please send any questions or comments you might have to us at presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com to help shape our next series
Yes it has taken us this long to complete the series......or maybe Easter has come early this year! Either way (You know which one it is really!!) this is our Easter message to you! Grace & Peace this Easter
In this episode we talk to Professor Stephen Williams https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_N._Williams thinking about prayer and Jesus as our Mediator.
Stephen has authored a number of books as outlined in the article above, with his most recent https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thinking-Reed-Pascals-Voice-Yesterday/dp/1666751499 at this link
He also talks of his involvement as a theologian thinking about Artificial Intelligence https://spckpublishing.co.uk/blog/the-promise-and-peril-of-ai-an-interview-with-stephen-n-williams.html
Enjoy the chat, and the humour that flows throughout
This episode does not focus on Mary, but rather another saint called Deborah. We're delighted that Deborah Sloan could join us to talk about prayer, her experiences of, difficulties with, and encouragements. You can find out more about Deborah at https://deborahsloan.co.uk/ and you can get in touch with us at presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
Steve and Martin join us once again to chat all things 4corners website https://4cornersfestival.com/ 'book early, book often, and give Martin's head peace!' and also their trip to the Vatican. This is another great opportunity to chat with them so enjoy
Our first Christmas message; a chance to reflect over the past year and look forward with hope. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Keep following for more episodes, and keep getting in touch via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
Prayers in N. Ireland, death in Indonesia, and the afterlife: In this episode we talk about prayers beyond this life; what happens after this life and how prayer forms a part of it. This episode was also filmed for Clonard's Peace & Reconciliation ministry and we were able to chat to Fr. Mans as part of this episode. If you have any questions on this one, please get in touch via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
As we begin series 6 we talk about our own private and public life of prayer. As the series continues we will look at some of the differences in these approaches and how we can learn from each other. As always, if you have a question please send it via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
This is a special bonus episode we recorded during the summer with co-Presbyterian and co-Priest Rev. Steve Stockman MBE and Fr. Martin J. Magill. We chat through what led them into friendship and the creation of the 4 corners festival. We hope there's more bonus episodes to come!
In this final episode of series 5 we look back and chat through our favourite bits, what we learnt and what else might have intrigued us. We've really enjoyed chatting to all of our guests, we hope you have too. If you have any favourite bits you'd like to share with us, send them through at presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
Via zoom that should read! In this episode we welcome along Fr. Oliver Rafferty, originally from Belfast but now a Professor of History at Boston College. We had a really interesting chat with him on many topics and were challenged by him on the role of the Church.
You can contact him via oliver.rafferty@bc.edu
And get his book at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Catholicism-Ulster-1603-1983-Interpretative-History/dp/0717121747 or any other good bookshop
In this episode we welcome along Karen Jardine who is PCI’s Public Affairs Officer. In her role she assists the Council for Public Affairs to develop the Presbyterian Church’s thinking on issues of public policy. Ciarán was unavailable so Jonny sits down with her to chat with her about a range of issues, including her recent trip to the Seanad Éireann.
Link to the vision for society statement https://www.presbyterianireland.org/Utility/About-Us/Statements/Vision-for-Society-Statement.aspx
This one will be Good indeed - Rev. Harold Good. He joins us in conversation about his life and work, especially his influential work during the Good Friday Agreement and what brought him to that table.
If you've any questions for us, or Harold, please send them via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
You might not know the title but in this episode we'll talk with the Rev. Jim Stothers about 'An Eaglais Phreispitéireach agus an Ghaeilge' - The Presbyterian Church and the Irish Language. If you have any questions or would like to know anything get in touch via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
A good starting point if you want to read more is:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Presbyterians-Irish-Language-Roger-Blaney/dp/0901905720
As we continue this series reflecting around the 25th anniversary of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement, we were able to zoom with Tommie Gorman, former RTE correspondent. Ciaran was especially excited about this one so you can listen along and hear all that Tommie has to tell us through his unique experience.
His book is available at all good bookshops or via https://www.amazon.co.uk/Never-Better-Life-Our-Times/dp/1838957820
or https://atlantic-books.co.uk/contributor/tommie-gorman/
In this first episode of series 5 we interview Lord Alderdice on all things personal and political. This series was made to celebrate the Good Friday Agreement, and as usual if you have any comments or questions please get in touch with us via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
In this last episode of Season 4 we discuss the format of a possible way we could celebrate Communion/The Eucharist together at the Lord's Table. It has been a long time coming I know, apologies for that. Going forward we will seek to do better. Please get in touch as always through presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com to suggest topics and ask questions, and please get in touch to let us know the best way to keep in touch with you! Enjoy this last episode
We're back together again to reflect more on the subject of Communion/Eucharist, as well as anything else that might be on topic! We look at transubstantiation, invocation of the Holy Spirit and re-presentation. If you have any questions get in touch presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
We continue this series looking at Communion/Eucharist with Ciarán walking us through what a Mass service looks like in Clonard. Hopefully you'll have all kinds of questions for us after these two episodes so please email them to presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com and also remember to check out https://www.clonard.com/web-cam/
As we continue to talk and reflect on our differences in Communion/Eucharist, we welcome along Rev. Professor Patton Taylor to the show. Patton shares from his experience of participating in Communion, both in his early and latter years. It will hopefully give you an idea of Communion within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland
In this episode, our first in our series about Communion, we look at some of the terminology used and what it might mean. We understand that the words we use are important, so we want to make sure we know what we mean when we say......
We were back where one of the most important inter-church relationships in Northern Ireland began - Fitzroy Presbyterian Church. In this episode we were interviewed by Rev. Steve Stockman, who has joined us on Series 2, about all kinds of things. The sound can be a bit rough at times, but it was live! Forgive us! Look forward to taking part in more live events in the future
In this episode we are joined by Paul Lutton to tell us about his planned trip to Israel and the conference entitled 'Christ at the checkpoint'. If you have any questions or queries for us, or Paul, please send them in
In episode 7 we reflect back over our trip, discuss the fame that we've found in a national newspaper, and look at the diversity we saw while we were away
It may have been over a week ago already, but Ed & Ryan join us to talk about our trip to Israel and what made it so special for them. There was so much to cover this is a long one, but it's well worth the listen. As always, feel free to ask any questions or anything you'd like to know via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
A day by the sea, but not just any sea, rather the Sea of Galilee. In this episode, we're again chatting with Ed and Ryan about the amazing last few days that we've had and the joy we've all felt at being at the Sea of Galilee and Mount Tabor. The trip continues as we head towards Jerusalem
We made it to Israel and we're reporting back! On this episode we're joined by Ryan and Ed to talk about the journey so far, the great things that have happened, and the things that may have surprised us. Look out for more episodes throughout the week
In this episode we have Joanna, a special guest from the Jewish community, on to tell us about her experience in Jerusalem and what to look out for. Please get in touch if you have any travel tips or advice. The next episode should be from Israel!
Welcome back to episode 2 in our latest series. We talk this week of some of the goings on in the life of the Catholic Church, 4 Corners festival, and some plans that are afoot in the coming weeks for the Presbyterian and the Priest - we're taking it on the road. Always glad to hear comments or stories so please get in touch via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
We're back! After a short break we wanted to start this series during the week of prayer for Christian Unity. It was recorded on the Friday of that week and so sermons referred to can be found from Sunday 23rd January 2022. Hope you've enjoyed your break as much as we have, and if anyone has any interesting presents they'd like to share, please get in touch via presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
In our last episode in this short series, we talk through the previous episodes, share some of the responses we've had, and how we can move forward together
Welcome to Episode 3 in which we welcome Rev. Steve Stockman, minister of Fitzroy Presbyterian, and long time friend of Clonard. He comes along to share his own perspective, and poem, on Mary. This is the penultimate episode in Advent, so if you have any questions or comments for us, please email presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
In this episode we hear from Ed Peterson about the Catholic understanding and view of Mary. This can be a subject that divides opinion and so at Christmas we wanted to focus in on Mary and seek to find a way to celebrate friendship and diversity. She's a pretty big part of the Christmas story after all!
As we begin our second series, reflecting about Advent, we look at what it all means, what traditions we have, and where it all came from.
In our series finale we reflect on all that we've enjoyed, learnt, and been challenged by over the last few months. We share some insights on what's coming up and some feedback we received from you the listener! Thanks for being part of the conversation with us and we look forward to many more
In this episode we have special guest Nicola Brady, the current General Secretary for the Irish Council of Churches, and soon to be General Secretary for CTBI (Churches Together in Britain and Ireland). She chats all things inter-church and shows us some of the work that's going on in the wider church world
In this episode, with thanks to a listener, we look at the use of God's name (note the capital G) and how it has changed, if it has at all? Please keep sending your questions and comments to presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com You can also find the Bible in a year podcast if you search for 'Jonathan Frazer' in any podcast provider, and the book on amazon or get in touch if you want to buy one directly
He would say nothing at the start, but Ciarán and I think through some of the comments and statements that Ken said while he was on the podcast with us.
In this episode, which is a bit longer but worth the listen, we talk to Ken Newell about his experience in relation to the work of peace and reconciliation. He shares with us about his background and where he thinks the Church should be heading. Thanks to Ken for talking to us
In this week's episode, Ciarán draws us into some more knowledge about the breadth of the Catholic Church. It may be more diverse than you ever could imagine. If you have any questions, queries, or subjects you would like us to talk about, contact us at presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
In Episode 3 we begin the conversation about the differences in our faith traditions and what we like and admire about those differences. If anyone has any comments or wants to get in touch, you can email us at presbyterianandpriest@gmail.com
We continue our podcast, looking at friendship and diversity, and in this episode it's Ciarán's chance to interview Jonny
In our first episode, we hear from Ciarán about his story to this point and how he became interested in the work of peace & reconciliation