City of Bridges Podcast - Theology Towards Unity

The power of God as revealed through Jesus Christ does not assert itself through conquest, dominance, genetic inheritance, or legal-rational claim. Every believer—every office of the Church—participates in the abundant, eternal life of the Holy Trinity, where the Spirit proceeds from the Father, the Son is his only begotten, and all are submitted to the other. Ordination affirms the call of God in...

Can everything be explained by breaking it down into smaller parts? Scientists and philosophers once thought so. But what if the whole is more than the sum of its parts? Reductionism is the idea that complex things—like minds, societies, or even love—can be fully understood by dissecting their simplest components. It’s like trying to understand a symphony by analyzing each note in isolation or try...

🎙️ Episode 4 - Big Thoughts vs. Concrete Actions True faith always bears fruit—words alone are not enough.  Saint James puts it starkly: “Faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead” (James 2:17). Telling someone without clothes or food to “go in peace” without meeting their needs is empty. Yet action alone can unleash chaos if it springs from unchecked beliefs. We must ensure our co...

In Episode 3.4 of City of Bridges, Deacon Aaron welcomes his friend Leanne Bellamy—a Christian, teacher, mother, wife, and passionate student of literature—for a warm and thought-provoking conversation about the books that shape our souls. Leanne shares how classic and Christian works—from Dante’s epic vision to the wit of Jane Austen and the spiritual imagination of C.S. Lewis—reveal God’s grace...

This year marks the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed — a confession of faith that has survived despite the many ruptures and divisions Christians have experienced since its inception. Born out of the early Church’s struggle to articulate the mystery of Christ and the unity of God in the face of heresy, the Creed was first shaped at the Council of Nicaea in 325 and deepened at Constantinople...

In this episode of City of Bridges, Deacon Aaron sits down with his sister, Rebecca Munro—a small-town librarian in Vonda, Saskatchewan, a mother of four, and a recent convert to Catholicism. Having journeyed through Mennonite, Pentecostal, and evangelical communities before finding a home in the Catholic Church, Rebecca brings a rich and thoughtful perspective to their conversation. Together, the...

In Episode 3.2 of City of Bridges, Deacon Aaron sits down with longtime friend and Saskatoon criminal lawyer Kimbal MacMillan for a rich and wide-ranging conversation that weaves together faith, justice, and beauty. Kimbal—whose spiritual journey has traversed Catholic, Anglican, Charismatic, and Evangelical traditions—brings a deep compassion for the marginalized and a thoughtful curiosity about...

In this episode of the City of Bridges Podcast, Aaron continues the Who Do You Live episode through a conversation with Bishop Emeritus Jerold Gliege, delving deeper into the theology and practice of venerating the Saints. Together, they reflect on how wandering through cemeteries and beholding the bodies of departed loved ones can become acts of glorifying God—encounters with mortality that revea...

City of Bridges Podcast - season one – episode 3 – Who Do you Love? In a world fixated on fame, we often find ourselves admiring those in the spotlight. But beyond the buzz, who is truly worthy of our attention? 🔭 This episode, we explore the quiet beauty of Christian veneration—honoring lives shaped by Christ, marked by humility and love. It’s not about idolizing personalities, but lifting our e...

City of Bridges Podcast - season one – episode 2 – “Okay, So What?” Why Old Things Still Matter Modern believers live in a world of reinvention—where new is often equated with better, and tradition can feel like the needless residue of another time. So it’s natural to ask, “What does any of this have to do with me?” 🤔 Rituals, icons, liturgy, sacraments—these ancient practices can seem distant or...

City of Bridges Podcast - season one – episode 1 – The End of Everything We live in the tension of the already and the not yet. The Kingdom of Christ is truly present—revealed in mystery, grace, and power—and yet we still await its full and radiant unveiling. 🌤️ In the Christian story, the Eschaton is not simply the end of history, but the revelation of its deepest meaning: the fullness of divine...

City of Bridges Podcast - season one – episode 0.5 – Unity is Our Why With this humble podcast, we’re leaning into unity and reconciliation. We’re inviting Christians and spiritual seekers of all kinds to spend time under this “big tent” of Ancient Christianity. ✝️ We’ll do that by sharing our personal experiences and discussing ancient theology in a contemporary way. 🤼‍♂️   📚Additional Resource...