FACTS is a podcast that was started by Dr. Stephen Boyce from Greenville, South Carolina. The primary focus of this program is to cover historical content about the early church Fathers, the Apocryphal accounts, the canon, textual criticism, and the scripture itself. Most episodes are co-hosted by Tyler West, among other special guests who are invited on the program. For those who would like to donate to our podcast, here is the link. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for your all ...
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We pray that this podcast increases your faith and strengthens your walk with Jesus Christ, our Lord, and Savior. You can join us in person at 10AM [Toll Gate High] 575 Centerville Rd, Warwick, RI 028866, or you can tune in LIVE on Sundays at 10AM by visiting www.LegacyChurchRI.com/live *Take a moment to LIKE and SHARE this podcast with family & friends!
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World myths and legends with Scottish storyteller and USA Today bestselling author Daniel Allison. Discover breathtaking stories from around the world, all told in Daniel's intimate and lyrical style. Also featuring guest spots from the world's best oral storytellers.
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What if US Presidents played soccer? What if Michael Jordan played Stephen Curry in golf? What if characters from Hamilton went on The Amazing Race? On each episode of Substantiate, William Glasser discusses a hypothetical sports matchup with a guest.
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Welcome to Arts & Culture by Intelligence Squared. Here we delve into the artistic and cultural moments, movements and conversations that have shaped, and are still shaping, our world. In this podcast Intelligence Squared speaks to some of the world’s greatest orators, writers, actors and artists. Guests include Stephen Fry, Margaret Atwood, Bernardine Evaristo, Salman Rushdie, Kate Winslet, Simon Schama, Tom Hiddleston and Marina Abromović. Join us every week as we feature the best of cultu ...
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The Strength of The Holy Spirit | Pastor Stephen Boyce
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The King James Version Is Not A Good Translation For Baptists
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In this episode, we delve into the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, examining why it may not be the ideal choice for Baptist believers. Though revered for its majestic language and historical influence, the KJV carries distinct ecclesiological and theological elements rooted in its high church Anglican origins. We explore how these aspects ca…
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The Holy Spirit, Reminder of God's Promises | Pastor Ron Termale
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The Holy Spirit brings incredible benefit to our lives. Learn of His role as the reminder of God's promises and to tap into this incredible blessing.By Legacy Church
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Being Led By The Spirit Of Truth | Pastor Ron Termale
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The Holy Spirit is called the Spirit of Truth. Is it possible for a Christian to be deceived in the times we are living in?By Legacy Church
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Will There Ever Be "One Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church" Again?
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In this episode of FACTS, we delve into the question, “Will There Ever Be One Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church Again?” Join us as we explore the history, theology, and challenges surrounding the idea of a unified Christian Church. We are honored to have Fr. Calvin Robinson as our special guest, a respected priest and theologian known for his in…
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Perpetua and Felicitas: The Martyrdom of Two Early Christian Women
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Welcome to FACTS! In today’s episode, we explore the powerful story of Perpetua and Felicity, two courageous women who were Christian martyrs from 3rd century in Carthage. Despite their vastly different social statuses, Perpetua, a noblewoman, and Felicity, a slave, stood united in their faith as they faced imprisonment and death in the Roman arena…
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Seeking the Voice of the Holy Spirit | Pastor Ron Termale
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The Holy Spirit has a presence and voice. Jesus says He is your advocate. This message will give you a longing to know Him ,and to seek Him. Do you really know the Holy Spirit?By Legacy Church
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To be Known - Friendship with The Holy Spirit | Pastor Jared Burrows
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In this podcast, we explore the profound relationship between believers and the Holy Spirit. Starting with Galatians 4:5-9, we reflect on the incredible gift of adoption as children of God, no longer slaves but heirs through Christ. We dive deep into how the Holy Spirit transforms and empowers us, shaping our lives to bear the fruit of love, joy, p…
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Planet Narnia: An Interview with Dr. Michael Ward
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In this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce welcomes Dr. Michael Ward, professor at Oxford University and author of Planet Narnia: The Seven Heavens in the Imagination of C. S. Lewis. Together, they explore the profound themes of C. S. Lewis’ work, diving into how Lewis integrated medieval cosmology into the Chronicles of Narnia. Dr. Ward shares his ground…
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Episode 88: Thomas the Rhymer with Kat Houghton
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Kat Houghton is a storyteller, author, wilderness rites of passage guide, transformational coach and forest farmer. Originally from the Scottish Borders, she now lives and works in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Appalachia. For the last eleven months Kat has been a student on my Myth Singers program, which led her to start her new podcast, Celtic Medi…
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Your Worship Invites The Holy Spirit | Pastor Ron Termale
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The manifestation of the presence of the Holy Spirit is a real thing. There is great power in worship to draw the Holy Spirit. Learn how this works in this podcast.By Legacy Church
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Should the Epistle of Barnabas be Considered a Part of the Biblical Canon?
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In this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce dives deep into the intriguing question: Should the Epistle of Barnabas be considered part of the biblical canon? Together, we explore the historical context, theological insights, and early church perspectives on this ancient text. Was it ever accepted as scripture? Why did it not make the cut in most Christian …
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A Deep Friendship with The Holy Spirit Pt 2 | Pastor Stephen Boyce
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A Deep Friendship with The Holy Spirit | Pastor Stephen Boyce
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In this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by special guest Fr. James Gadomski from the “Barely Protestant” channel. Both Dr. Boyce and Fr. James were raised in the Independent Baptist tradition, but through years of study and personal discovery, they found their way to Anglicanism. Together, they’ll share the pivotal moments that shaped their s…
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Should Christians Read From The Shepherd of Hermas?
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On this Episode of FACTS, we explore whether Christians today should read "The Shepherd of Hermas," a fascinating early Christian text filled with visions, moral teachings, and parables. We’ll dive into its historical significance, its themes of repentance, faith, and spiritual growth, and why it was respected by early Christians but not included i…
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Navigating Life - Be A Warrior Not A Worrier | Pastor Ron Termale
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Fear and worry are enemies. Learn three exercises to overcome the spirits of fear and worry.By Legacy Church
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Why The Early Christians Crossed Themselves and Why We Should Too
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will explore the practice of early Christians signing themselves with the sign of the cross. He will explore statements from Tertullian, Basil, Chrysostom, Athenasius, and others. He will also seek to remove the stigma that this practice is inherently Roman Catholic. If you're interested in partnering with FACTS an…
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Navigating Life - Spiritual Warfare | Pastor Ron Termale
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We are living in a time of great spiritual warfare. Understand how the supernatural and the enemy work and learn how to overcome and live in victory.By Legacy Church
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Paul's Long-Lost Letter to the Laodiceans
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On this weekly episode of FACTS, Stephen will discuss Paul's statement in Colossians 4:16 about "the letter from Laodicea." Is this a missing letter that we no longer have access to? Could this actually be the canonical letter to the Ephesians? Or could it be possible we do have this letter but it has been preserved in Latin? Tune-in and find out! …
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Importance of Communion | Pastor Ron Termale
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Communion is more important than people realize. Many Christians do not understand the power of communion. This message will provide you a Biblical understanding of communion, and its significance to your life.By Legacy Church
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Tolkien’s Faith: A Spiritual Biography
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is interviewing special guest and author, Dr. Holly Ordway, to discuss her recent book: “Tolkien’s Faith: A Spiritual Biography”. Dr. Ordway offers a detailed exploration of the spiritual and religious dimensions of J.R.R. Tolkien’s life and how these aspects influenced his writings. The book is part biography an…
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Episode 87: Whuppity Stoorie with Dougie Mackay
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My guest today is Dougie Mackay. Dougie hails from the Scottish Highlands and draws on his background in nature connection and ancestral skills in his storytelling. He founded the Inverness Storytelling Festival, hosts the Tales for Our Times podcast, recently toured British Columbia and hosts regular events at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in E…
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen responds to criticism against Mark's Gospel, alleging that Mark inserted the wrong High Priest into the text when recounting 1 Samuel 21. Prominent scholars such as Bart Ehrman believe this to be an error and have admitted that this specific issue was the beginning of his departure from the faith. Stephen will demo…
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Living Life Forward Pt.1 | Pastor Ron Termale
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Living Life Forward will give you a powerful perspective on the story of Lot's wife. Get fresh faith not to look back but to live with a forward-thinking perspective filled with the power of the Holy Spirit!By Legacy Church
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Does the Filioque Belong In The Nicene Creed?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Roman Catholic, Ben Bollinger, to discuss whether or not the Filioque belongs in the Nicene Creed. They will investigate the great debates between the East and West on this subject and why this is such a sensitive debate. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives new…
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Liturgical Worship vs Contemporary Worship
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Paul Facey from the Podcast, “The Other Paul”, to discuss the superiority of liturgical worship over against the contemporary models of today. They will discuss the balancing of these two things without the need to dilute the ancient practice of liturgy.If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a m…
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is going to journey through the controversial subject of infant baptism. He will investigate the earliest writings of the church to determine the reasoning behind the practice.Here is the giving link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7…
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Navigating Life in Times of Trouble | Pastor Ron Termale
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Navigating Life in Times of Trouble will teach you 3 things to know when trouble and or tragedy is experienced in life. Learn how to get through any situation.By Legacy Church
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Anglicans And Catholics Entering Full Communion?
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by Roman Catholic podcaster, Steven Alspach (from The Catholic Brothers), to discuss the leaked news of communication between the ACNA and Rome. The news was prematurely released by Anglican reporters and it has left both churches in suspense wondering the details of this potential communion. If you'd l…
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Episode 86: Lughnasa Special with Danica Boyce
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Today’s episode is a joint release with Danica Boyce of Fair Folk Podcast to mark Lughnasa. It’s been a few years since Danica and I last guested on each other’s podcasts, during which time our work has evolved and changed, we’ve started collaborating and Danica has moved to Scotland. So it was about time for a catch up. On this episode we take the…
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Navigating Life - Keep Pressing | Pastor Ron Termale
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God not only knows you but He has something for you to do with your life. This message will create a renewed faith for your hopes and dreams. Don't give up, keep pressing!By Legacy Church
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We're a bit past midsummer but it's such a great story, I couldn't resist! This is another Celtic story taken from my new book Scottish Myths & Legends Volume II, told by me. It's an old pagan tale of dancing trees which, to me, is an illustration of the overflowing of life and light we experience in Scotland in the middle of summer, when the night…
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will discuss whether or not John's Gospel was done alone or in a group. Could John the fisherman produce such a work of philosophical genius? These are questions Dr. Boyce will answer in the video. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee…
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Navigating Life - What Would Jesus Do - Absolutes for a Victorious Life pt 2 | Pastor Ron Termale
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There are eight words for love in Greek. Learn how one of them and a simple question can revolutionize your life.By Legacy Church
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Does God Ever Permit Divorce and Remarriage?
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by special guest, Fr. Alexander Wilgus, Lead Rector at Redemption Anglican Church. They will discuss a recent article written by Fr. Wilgus in response to those who suggest all remarriages are adulterous marriages. This episode will cover the biblical and historical fallacies that are being made by cler…
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Navigating Life - The Absolutes for Victorious Living | Pastor Ron Termale
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Part 1 of a two-part sermon deals with the absolutes of living a life that will release victory into your life.By Legacy Church
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Episode 84: Fair Maid's Tresses with Angus King
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Today’s episode is a special one as it marks the release of my new book, Scottish Myths & Legends Volume II. For this episode I wanted to share with you a story narrated by Angus King, who narrated the audiobook of Scottish Myths & Legends Volumes I & II. The story comes from the island of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. I first heard it from Linda Wi…
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Do Early Writings Help Us Know What Jesus Looked Like?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will investigate statements made by Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Cyril of Jerusalem, Augustine, and others as it relates to the appearance of Jesus of Nazareth. He will also investigate a letter that was possibly written by Roman consul, Lentulus. There will be a brief discussion at the end as to whether or not the S…
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Navigating Life - Seeking the Holy Spirit | Pastor Ron Termale
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Seeking the Holy Spirit will help you understand the importance of the person of the Holy Spirit in your life.By Legacy Church
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The Church in England Before Augustine of Canterbury
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On this special episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by Fr. Brett Murphy from Morecambe, UK, to discuss the Apostolic Churches that were in England before the arrival of Augustine of Canterbury. They will discuss the Johannine traditions, Pauline traditions, and other Celtic traditions that were in the area. They will delve into Bede's Ecclesiasti…
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Episode 83: The Edgewell Tree with Stephen McCabe
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My guest today is Stephen McCabe of Green Temple Therapy. A former student on my Myth Singers course, Stephen is a storyteller, author, Zen Buddhist, tarot reader and nature therapist based in the village of Temple in Scotland. He’s the author of The Moorfoot Tales, a collection in which his deep love for nature is always present and eloquently exp…
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One of the most debated characters in the J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" series is Tom Bombadil. There are numerous theories as to what his character represents in the books. On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Pastor C.R. Wiley who wrote a book entitled, "In The House of Tom Bombadil", giving his personal thoughts behind the myste…
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Navigating Life – The Genius of the Tithe | Pastor Ron Termale
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God is beyond genius, and He has established His Word to release His blessings, favor, and protection over us. One key is the tithe. Learn what the Bible teaches about this life-changing subject.By Legacy Church
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If Jesus did not write down his teachings and sermons, how do we know that what we have in the Gospel accounts are actually the words of Jesus? On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will unpack John 14 and 17 and discuss the method in which Christ instituted to distribute his teachings. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner th…
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Navigating Life - It is Well With My Soul | Pastor Ron Termale
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This sermon explains the incredible true story that led to the hymn "It is Well With My Soul." Learn 3 key principles from King David on how to go through the greatest challenges and still experience victory.By Legacy Church
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Sotheby's Talks – Imaginary Conversations: An ERDEM Collection, with Lady Burlington
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In celebration of Imaginary Conversations: An ERDEM Collection inspired by Duchess Deborah, join British fashion journalist Charlie Porter in conversation with Erdem Moralıoğlu, Creative Director of ERDEM, and Lady Burlington. Together they will discuss Moralıoğlu's creative process in designing a collection inspired by Duchess Deborah, drawing upo…
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Episode 82: Davey Boy & The Devil with Jess Smith
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My guest today is Jess Smith. Jess is a storyteller, author and singer from the Scottish travelling people. She spent much of her childhood living on a bus and travelling around Scotland with her parents and seven sisters, spending evenings around fires listening to the stories carried by the travelling people while the rest of the country was busy…
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