Infographics, catechisms, and cat costumes... In this episode, we interview Eleanor Brindle, a youth minister in a local Church of England parish. Eleanor shares how she ministers the rich resources of Anglican liturgy, the doctrines of grace, and reformed sacramental theology, to the young people in her care. She also shares some great anecdotal w…

This sixth Homily was written by Edmund Bonner. Bonner was a conservative opponent of Thomas Cranmer, but nevertheless his Homily has an important place within the book. As you listen consider the question: How is Bonners view of love different to that of 21st century Christians? Scriptures referenced (in order): Matt. 22:37; 5:43-47; John 5:30; Ma…

This is part two of the Fifth Homily from the First Book of Homilies. This part addresses the question of what kind of good works we should do. What are Gods laws? What are human laws? When should be obey or disobey human laws? And what should the purpose of human laws be? A very relevant Homily for our time! Scriptures referenced: Matthew 12:1-14;…

What actually happened at the cross? How is it applied to us? In this episode, we consider some of the most prominent theories of the atonement which have been held throughout church history, as well as exploring what the prayer book and articles have to say about the death of Jesus for us. Get in touch! We'd love to hear your comments and question…

In this episode, we discuss Cromwell, Carol services, and much, much more! For more on 'Subversive Fulfilment', read anything by Daniel Strange, of Oak Hill College. For a thorough refutation of the Zeitgeist theory, have a look at Ronald Nash's "The Gospel and the Greeks". Watch "Horus Ruins Christmas" here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0-Egj…

How does historic anglicanism understand Advent? How should we use these four weeks before Christmas? We delve into the collects and readings for the four Sunday's of Advent, having a chat about each one. We also discuss what might be appropriate for us to meditate on this advent. Get in touch! We'd love to hear your comments and questions! Or leav…

This is the Fifth Homily from the First Book of Homilies. The Homily fleshes out the same teaching which is found in Article 13 of the 39 Articles. It deals with a common question which we often ask today: what should we think about the good works of non-Christians? The Homily was written Archbishop Thomas Cranmer and the full title is "A SERMON OF…

Where do bishops come from? What do they do? Why do they wear those funny capes? Is Episcopacy a Biblical form of church government? And how should evangelicals relate to their bishops? This week we'll be delving into all of these questions as we discuss the past, present, and the future of episcopalian polity of the Anglican church! (Obviously thi…

In this closing section of the homily on faith, Cranmer gives one final exhortation to his listeners, to flee from hypocrisy and false faith, and to test themselves, to see if they have true and lively faith, which expresses itself in love and good deeds. Scriptures referenced: 1 John 1.6; 1 John 2.4; 1 John 4.20; 1 John 2.9-11; 1 John 3.10; Luke 6…

This week we continue our conversation with Rev Dave Walker about Richard Hooker. We pick it up just before the point where we left it off last week and continue to explore the issues of reason, tradition and scripture. Again please forgive the Audio quality for this episode, we had a problem with one of our mics. Rest assured it will soon be back …

The second part of the fourth homily, written by Thomas Cranmer, on true faith. In this part of the homily, Cranmer lays out the relationship between, faith, love, and good works - that true, saving faith always expresses itself in good works and transformed living. He also shows how the faith of the Old Testament believers stands in continuity wit…

Our special guest this week is Rev. Dave Walker, minister of Christ Church North Finchley. On this episode we begin to explore the writings of Richard Hooker. What were his views of Scripture, Reason and Tradition? What about the Three-legged Stool? We also think about why contemporary Reformed Anglicans should 'claim' Hooker and how his thinking c…

This homily, written by Thomas Cranmer, contrasts dead faith, mere historical assent, with true, lively faith. The former is like the faith of devils, and never amounts to a saving trust in the Lord Jesus. The latter is a genuine turning to and trusting in Jesus, and bears the fruit of a transformed life, radiating love for God and neighbour, expre…

Where is Jesus right now? What is He doing there? In this episode, we discuss Article 4, on Jesus' exaltation. We think about some of these questions as we delve into why the resurrection and the ascension matter for our faith today and our hope for the future. Books referenced in this episode: Rev. Dr. Dr. Matthew Sleeman's chapter in 'The Forgott…

In this third and final part of the Homily on Justification, Archbishop Cranmer exhorts us not get tangled up in arguments over words. He explains what a true and living faith is and how it is contrasted with a dead, devilish faith. Lastly he recounts all the wonderful benefits that God has done for us which, when we understand them, make us do goo…

What happened to Jesus between His death on Good Friday, and His resurrection on Easter Sunday? Article 3, in line with the Apostle's Creed, states that Jesus 'descended into Hell'. (Unless you're using some modern versions of the creed, which says that He descended to the dead...) This week we dig into some of the ambiguities around the language a…

This is the second part of the vital Anglican Homily on Justification. Here Archbishop Cranmer demonstrates the Patristic testimony to the reality of Justification by faith alone. He clarifies that a true faith is never alone. Finally in a heart warming fashion, he speaks about the nature of faith which always points us away from ourselves. The ful…

Mother of God? Co-redemptrix? The Second Eve? Just how should we think of The Virgin Mary, as Anglicans standing in the tradition of the reformation? How can we avoid a reductionistic, reactionary, or even disrespectful view of the mother of the Lord Jesus? What can we learn from the Scriptures, the early church, and the reformers? How does typolog…

How we are made righteous before God? This Homily was written by Archbishop Thomas Cranmer and expounds the doctrine that lies at the heart of the Protestant Reformation - Justification by faith alone. The importance of this Homily is underlined by Article 11 of the 39 Articles, which states: '...that we are justified by faith only is a most wholes…

Who is Jesus? Is he human? Is he God? Something inbetween? In this episode we consider the topic of Christology - the person and work of Jesus - from Article 2 of the 39 Articles. We'll also have some help from sources like C.S. Lewis, Augustine, Martin Davie, and Richard Hooker (an actual Reformational Anglican!) Get in touch! We'd love to hear yo…

Homily 2. "A sermon of the misery of all mankind, and of his condemnation to death everlasting, by his own sin." Part 2 of 2. Having laid out the Biblical case for man's humble and helpless state, the second half of the homily urges us to follow the example of the saints in Scripture, and throw ourselves upon the mercy of God in Christ. Recognising…

What is the doctrinal foundation of Anglicanism? Can the Articles of religion really be said to function as the Anglican confession of faith - the English Creed? In this episode, we discuss the theology, development, and the historical role of the 39 Articles, as well as their on-going relevance and benefit today. We also tackle some of the objecti…

Homily 2. "A sermon of the misery of all mankind, and of his condemnation to death everlasting, by his own sin." Part 1 of 2. This homily sets forth the reality of humanity's humble and helpless standing: that, being descended from Adam, we are both creaturely, created from the dust, and sinful, having fallen in Adam. The pervasiveness of sin means…

Part Two of "A fruitful exhortation to the reading and knowledge of Holy Scripture". This homily encourages Christians to read, hear, and meditate upon the Scriptures, with a humble posture, in order to feed on the hope, strength, and comfort they give. It also answers some common reasons that keep Christians from engaging with their Bibles; just a…

In our second episode we discuss the central place given to the Trinity in Anglicanism, why the doctrine is so essential, and what we mean when we confess our belief in it. Books mentioned in this episode: “The Triune God” (New Studies in Dogmatics) - Fred Sanders "Embracing the Trinity" (UK title - published elsewhere as "The Deep Things of God") …

This is our first recording of the Anglican Homilies. The First Homily outlines the importance of Scripture in the life of the Christian. Everything we need to know for salvation is in it perfectly, so let us stop running to the "Stinking puddles of men's traditions, (devised by men’s imagination), for our justification and salvation"! The Bible ve…

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A teaser trailer for the Reformational Anglican Podcast - the podcast that seeks to explore the riches of Reformational Anglicanism for the good of the church today. (The Father Ted clip comes from www.101soundboards.com. Rights for Father Ted belong to Hat Trick Productions.)