The Sacramentalists

In today’s episode we talk about the role and purpose of a lectionary and how it influences preaching. If you want more history and insight into the historic one-year lectionary, check out The Young Tractarians Podcast Ep. 9.  In the “What We’re Into” segment, Fr. Myles mentions The Beer Option by R. Jared Staudt. Please send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com 

In this engaging discussion, author James K. A. Smith delves into the profound principle of Lex Orandi, Lex Credendi, examining how communal prayer shapes belief. He explores the influence of consumer culture on our desires and spiritual practices, emphasizing emotional engagement over logic. The conversation contrasts modern mega churches with traditional settings, critiquing the emphasis on branding over substance. Smith also highlights the vital role of liturgy and sacraments in nurturing faith, especially in shaping children's identities within a rich communal context.

In today’s episode we discuss a medieval philosophical concept called “nominalism” and its negative influence on modern ecclesiology.  Here are the works we interact with during the episode: The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher “The Baptist Faith and Message” (2000) The Catholic Religion by Vernon Staley The Practice of Religion by Archibald Campbell Knowles In the “What We’re Into” segment, Fr. Myles references The Monkhood of All Believers by Greg Peters. We want to hear from you! Email us email at thesacramentalists@gmail.com 

In today’s episode, we discuss 10 fiction books that have influenced us and that we think are worth adding to your reading list. Fr. Wesley’s Books Jayber Crow by Wendell Berry A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backman Silence by Shusaku Endo Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev Billy Budd, Sailor by Hermon Melville Fr. Myles’ Books The Great Divorce by C. S. Lewis Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling Laurus by Eugene Vodolazkin The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky  The Space Trilogy by C. S. Lewis If you want to offer any feedback, you can email us at thesacramentalists@gmail.com. Again, we apologize for the audio issues. We are working to correct them.

The hosts dive into their personal journeys from different Christian backgrounds to embracing Anglicanism. They explore the rich history of Anglicanism and its roots prior to the Reformation. A fascinating discussion on reviving Anglo-Catholic identity highlights contemporary challenges and the resurgence of interest in traditional practices. Listeners are invited to engage with whimsical narratives in F. Scott Fitzgerald's short stories, reflecting on themes of post-war discontent and the importance of fostering inclusive conversations.