The Sacramentalists

John Norris was an Anglican priest and philosopher who lived from 1657-1711. He was an Oxford Christian "Platonist" and wrote many works including Reflections upon a Late Essay Concerning the Human Understanding which was a critique of John Locke and An Account of Reason and Faith in Relation to the Mysteries of Christianity which was a response to the deist John Toland. This recording is of his Discourse of the Natural and Moral Union of the Soul with God. If you want to read the text for yourself, you can find it here: https://www.google.com/books/edition/_/MYe-1oxeyBEC?hl=en&gbpv=0 This discourse is read by friend of the podcast Austen Haynes. Thank you for all your work, Austen! Be sure to send us your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.

This is the season finale for the Sacramentalists! With a few exceptions, we will be back in August/September! Send us your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.

In light of recent events at St. John Lateran in Rome where Anglicans were allowed to say Mass at the Pope's own church, we thought it was a good time to revisit the topic of Anglican Orders. This is a "mega episode" because it has two parts: Part 1: A conversation between Fr. Creighton, Fr. Wesley, Bp. Chandler Jones and Fr. Becket Soule. Part 2: A re-run of an old episode in which Bp. Chad discusses the validity of Anglican orders with Fr. Wesley and Fr. Myles. Bp. Chandler Jones is the Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Province of America and blogs at ⁠Philorthodox⁠.  Fr. Becket Soule has taught classical languages, law, and history at the Catholic University of America, the Dominican House of Studies (Washington, DC), the Pontifical College Josephinum (Columbus, OH), and Oxford University, and retired as Professor of Canon Law at St Paul University in Ottawa, Ontario.  He has been visiting lecturer and fellow at other institutions of higher studies in the United States, Great Britain, and the Ukraine, and has served as an official of the Congregation for the Eastern Churches in Rome, and as Judicial Vicar and Episcopal Vicar of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of Saint Peter in the United States and Canada; Becket has also served Anglican and Catholic parishes in Texas, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and England.  He is now pastor of St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church in Maggie Valley, NC. Be sure to check out the video of his presentation to the Ecclesiastical Law Society "The Recognition of Orders by the Roman Catholic Church". Send us your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.

Fr. Creighton and Fr. Wesley chat with Dr. Mark Allen about the book he co-authored with Dr. Joshua Chatraw called The Augustine Way: Retrieving a Vision for the Church's Apologetic Witness. Dr. Mark Allen is a professor of biblical and theological studies at the Rawlings School of Divinity at Liberty University. Get a copy of The Augustine Way here. You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.

The Radical Vocation Conference is an Anglican conference hosted at Church of the Incarnation in Dallas, TX from September 21-23, 2023. Fr. Wesley sits down with Fr. Christopher Beeley, the rector of Church of the Incarnation, to preview the conference. You can register for the conference here: https://radvoco.org To find out more about Dr. Beeley and Church of the Incarnation, check out their website: https://incarnation.org You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month: patreon.com/thesacramentalists

Discover the depth and significance of the Invocation of Saints in this Sacramentalists Short. Delve into the rich theological foundations surrounding the practice of invoking saints in Christian worship. Join us as we explore the nature of secondary causes, the Christological unity of the Church, and the potency of prayer. Gain a deeper understanding of this ancient tradition and its significance in the sacramental life of the Church. You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month: patreon.com/thesacramentalists

Fr. Creighton and Fr. Wesley discuss Pierced By Love: Divine Reading with the Christian Tradition with Dr. Hans Boersma, the Saint Benedict Servants of Christ Chair in Ascetical Theology at Nashotah House Theological Seminary. Dr. Boersma helps us better understand that Lectio Divina isn't a nice little devotional activity; it's the way Christians have always read, wrestled with, and meditated on the Scriptures. Buy Pierced By Love here. If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Boermsa and check out more of his work, check out his website. Send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month: patreon.com/thesacramentalists

In this episode of the Sacramentalists podcast, join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Scott Harrower from Ridley College, delving into the intriguing topic of Amyraldism. Explore the historical context, theological nuances, and key arguments surrounding this doctrine, as we seek to deepen our understanding of God's sovereignty, human responsibility, and the extent of Christ's atonement. The volume edited by Scott and Michael Bird can be found here. Special thanks to Kregel Publishing for sending us a copy. You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month.

Discover the rich tradition of the Anglican Office Book in today's discussion on The Sacramentalists. Join Fr. Creighton and Fr. Wesley as they engage in a conversation with special guest Lance Davis, editor of the Anglican Office Book, about the significance and usage of the AOB in our prayer lives. Gain insights into the history, structure, and spiritual depth of the liturgical prayers and services contained within the book. Whether you're a seasoned Anglican or simply interested in exploring the beauty of Anglican worship, this episode provides valuable insights and meaningful discussions. You can pre-order your copy of the Anglican Office Book here. You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month: patreon.com/thesacramentalists

Today we have former host and good friend Myles Hixson on to give us an update about what he and his family are doing at St. Mary's Farm in Philadelphia, Tennessee. You can follow St. Mary's Farm at stmarysfarm.com or on Instagram @stmarysfarmtn. You can send your feedback and questions to thesacramentalists@gmail.com or reach out to us on Twitter @sacramentalists. Be sure to join our Communion of Patreon Saints for only $5 a month: patreon.com/thesacramentalists There are a few places where the audio/video quality suffers due to a poor connection. We apologize!