The Wayside Podcast

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to Jim Jackson. In this sermon, Jim Jackson reflects on the journey of life, emphasizing the importance of carrying one's dreams and the inevitable challenges that arise...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Dane E. Boston. In this sermon, the Rev. Dane E. Boston uses the surprising value of a rare baseball card to illustrate how the kingdom of God often hides in plai...

In this recast episode, we go back in time to when Ryan and Wesley brought together artist Kelly Lattimore and singer-songwriter Jon Guerra to discuss the intersection of art, faith, and reconciliation. They explore how their creative expressions serve as a means of healing and connection in a divided world, emphasizing the importance of beauty and the role of the church in restoring unity among i...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to Eric Priest. In this sermon, Eric Priest explores Jesus’ parable of the wheat and the tares, showing how God’s patience, judgment, and mercy shape the kingdom of God. It a...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Gregory W. Cross. In this sermon, the Rev. Gregory W. Cross explores the theme of joy, likening negative influences to vampires that drain joy from our lives. He...

In this recast episode of the Wayside Podcast, Bishop N. T. Wright returns to discuss his upcoming book, which revisits themes from his earlier work, "Surprised by Hope." The conversation delves into the biblical concept of God's homecoming and the idea that God intends to put the world right, contrasting this with traditional Western theology's focus on heaven. Wright emphasiz...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Dane E. Boston. In this sermon, the Rev. Dane E. Boston explores the theme of equality as presented in the context of Christian teachings. He emphasizes the impor...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Alex D. Graham III. In this sermon, the Rev. Alex D. Graham III explores the themes of independence, identity, and freedom through the lens of the Declaration of...

In this season finale episode, Wesley and Ryan reflect on the key moments and themes from the season, discussing the importance of mission, community, and personal stories. They highlight influential guests and the impact of liturgical practices, while also looking ahead to future conversations and events. --- Follow us on Instagram! Just search: thewaysidepodcast Email us: podcast@stmartinsepisco...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Dane E. Boston. In this sermon, the Rev. Dane E. Boston explores the complexities of the Christian life, emphasizing that it is not meant to be easy. He discusses...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to Jim Jackson. In this sermon, Jim Jackson explores the profound impact of fear on human behavior and decision-making, contrasting it with the power of faith and love. He di...

In this episode, Ryan, Wesley, and Bishop Dorsey McConnell explore the concept of 'holy death' within the Christian faith. They discuss the importance of living a holy life in preparation for death, the fear surrounding death, and practical steps to prepare for it. They discuss the poetry of John Donne, the lessons learned from those who are dying, and the significance of community in th...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Dr. Jordan Hylden. In this sermon, the Rev. Dr. Jordan Hylden explores the concept of the gospel as a message of hope and resurrection, emphasizing that it is not...

In this episode, Ryan and Wesley meet with Brendan McClenahan from Plant with Purpose to discuss the intersection of faith, community, and creation care. They explore the Tend initiative, which aims to connect U.S. churches with environmental stewardship practices, emphasizing the importance of both prayerful discipleship and active engagement with creation. --- https://tendlife.org/   Follow us o...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. R. Wesley Arning. In this sermon, the Rev. R. Wesley Arning explores the concept of the Trinity in Christianity, addressing common misconceptions and affirming it...

In this second part of "Liturgy as Catechesis," Rev. Jacob Breeze dives deeper into the catechetical power of liturgical practices. The conversation explores how different elements of worship, guided by the Book of Common Prayer, shape community identity and ethical understanding. Rev. Breeze discusses the significance of embodiment in liturgy and how these practices influence both perso...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Dane E. Boston. In this sermon, the Rev. Dane E. Boston emphasizes that the church is not merely a building or a set of programs, but the people who gather in fai...

In this first part of "Liturgy as Catechesis," Rev. Jacob Breeze shares his journey into church life and the transformative power of worship. The discussion focuses on how liturgy serves as a form of catechesis, shaping both personal and communal faith. Rev. Breeze emphasizes the importance of the Book of Common Prayer and how liturgical practices guide believers in embodying their faith...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. Lisa R. Neilson. This sermon reflects on the significance of the Easter season, focusing on Jesus' High Priestly Prayer and its implications for believers. T...

This conversation delves into the significance of the Davidic kingdom in understanding Jesus' role and the implications of historical context on biblical interpretation. It explores the dynamics between different Jewish sects, such as the Sadducees and Pharisees, and how their beliefs shaped the perception of Jesus as the Messiah. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of recognizing G...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to Eric Priest. In this sermon, Eric Priest explores the theme of hope in the context of knowledge, emphasizing the importance of understanding and participating in knowledge...

This conversation delves into the significance of the Davidic kingdom in understanding Jesus' role and the implications of historical context on biblical interpretation. It explores the dynamics between different Jewish sects, such as the Sadducees and Pharisees, and how their beliefs shaped the perception of Jesus as the Messiah. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of recognizing G...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to the Rev. R. Wesley Arning. In this sermon, the Rev. R. Wesley Arning explores the increasing openness to faith among younger generations, particularly Gen Z and Gen Alpha,...

In this episode, Wesley sits down with Bishop George Sumner and Jordan Hylden to discuss the significance of the atonement, the relationship between the cross and resurrection, and how these concepts inform Christian discipleship. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding the cross in the context of the entire Christian narrative, including the resurrection, and how this sha...

Welcome to the Wayside Podcast, where spirituality meets everyday life. Tune in for enlightening sermons that speak to the heart and encourage you to discover the sacred in the ordinary. In today's sermon episode, listen to Jim Jackson. In this sermon, Jim Jackson reflects on the importance of understanding spiritual death and the mission of resurrection ministry. He emphasizes the need for g...