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Fidelium is a lay-led network of young adults in London which aims "to foster connection, confidence, and belonging among those seeking a faithful and rooted life in the Church." This vibrant group is an encouraging sign of life and hope for the catholic movement in the Church of England.  We spoke with Charlotte who "sort of runs" Fidelium about what they do, why young people...

Last summer, theologian Matthew Barrett wrote a widely-read article explaining his decision to leave the Baptist tradition for Anglicanism. Rhys and Joel speak to him about this journey, how it has affected the systematic theology he is writing, why classical theology and the beatific vision matter, and more. Dr. Barrett is Research Professor of Christian Theology at Trinity Anglican Seminary  in...

In this episode, the team speaks with Rev'd Dan Kim about ChristianStory , a project that aims to bring the history and theology of Christianity to life with deeply researched and beautifully animated videos. Think BibleProject, but with history and theology! Ecumenical in its ethos, it is a gift to the church catholic and a fantastic resource for people in parish ministry, working with youth...

Fr Calum and Joel talk with returning guest Fr Thomas Plant about Darwell Stone’s case for mere Catholicity. Fr Thomas has recently written an introduction to a new (and handsome) edition of Stone's concise systematic theology, Christian Dogma: Outlines of Orthodox Anglican Theology .  Stone was Principal of Pusey House, Oxford from 1909 to 1934. Fr Thomas recently gave a talk on Stone at a c...

Rhys and Joel speak with Fr Christopher Trundle SSC of Our Most Holy Redeemer, Clerkenwell (London) about his parish's approach to mission and evangelism. The discussion covers the theology and practice of using contemporary music in a traditional sung mass, what Anglo-Catholics can learn from evangelicals, potential limits to merging charismatic and catholic worship, and more.  You can email...

The team caught up with Scholastica Jacob to discuss a recent book she edited, The Letters of Herbert Kelly and Dorothy L. Sayers . She came on to discuss Kelly and Anglican religious life in this episode from 2024. Scholastica is the librarian and archivist of St Anthony's Priory Durham , which is run by the Society of the Sacred Mission (SSM). Formerly a member of Stanbrook Abbey, and befor...

In this episode, the team talks with Rev'd Dr. Mike Michielin about E.L. Mascall's views on metaphysical realism, natural theology, the doctrine of the Incarnation, how these all fit together, and what this might mean for the Christian life. Because you can never have too much Mascall. Barth may or may not be mentioned. You can email us at holycofe@gmail.com or follow us on X at @holycof...

In this episode, Rhys and Joel dive into a classic text on the priesthood from Michael Ramsey (d. 1988), the 100th Archbishop of Canterbury. You can email us at holycofe@gmail.com or follow us on X at @holycofe1.

In this episode we talk to Paul Gutacker who is the executive director of Brazos Fellows , a Christian community in Waco, Texas that invites emerging adults to commit to a common rule of life. He is the author of a new book, Practicing Life Together: A Common Rule for Christian Growth . We discuss why Christian community is difficult to create, the importance of eating together, the nature of disc...

In this episode, the team discusses E.L. Mascall's 1961 classic Grace and Glory . You can email us at holycofe@gmail.com or follow us on X at @holycofe1.

In this episode Rhys and Joel talk with Fr Chris Moore, Chair of the Fellowship of St Alban & St Sergius . We discuss the history and purpose of the Fellowship and talk more broadly about the Eastern Orthodox tradition, why people are drawn to it and how Anglicans can benefit from engaging with it.   The Fellowship's annual conference is coming up: 20-22 August at Ripon College Cuddesdon,...

In this episode, Joel and Rhys talk with returning guest Fr Greg Peters about his most recent book, Anglican Spirituality: An Introduction .  The discussion covers the three-fold Rule articulated by Martin Thornton, its relation to mission, the value of poetry in theology and spirituality, and more.  Other books by Fr Greg include  The Monkhood of All Believers: The Monastic Foundation of Christia...

After a long hiatus, Holy C of E is back. And like all good things, the episode has three parts (but only one essence, of course). In Part 1 of this episode, you'll hear some life updates from Clinton, Calum, and Joel. Sadly, we say our goodbyes to Clinton!  Part 2 is an update from co-founder of the podcast Fr Jamie Franklin who, along with Clinton, is officially handing over the podcast to...

In this episode, Calum and Joel speak with Fr Charles Erlandson about John Keble's prayer book spirituality, his role in the catholic revival in the Church of England, and his continued relevance in facing contemporary challenges. Our discussion is based on Fr Charles' chapter "The Old Made New: John Keble (1792–1866) and the Revival of Reformed Catholicism" in the newly publis...

In this episode, Clinton and Joel are joined by Brad East for a wide-ranging discussion of a catholic perspective on Scripture. We ask Brad about his background and theological journey towards a catholic view before discussing issues that arise in his two books, The Doctrine of Scripture and The Church's Book: Theology of Scripture in Ecclesial Context . We cover the influence of Robert Jenso...

In this episode Calum and Jack speak to Fr Gerald McDermott about his new book Deep Anglicanism. They discuss his background, his coming into the tradition, and the reasons why he thinks Anglicanism is a faithful expression of Catholic Christian faith. You can order the book here . His magnum opus recently published is A New History of Redemption  and is available here .  You can email us at holyc...

In this episode, Calum and Clinton interview Dr Alex Fogleman about Christian instruction for new believers preparing for the sacraments of baptism and confirmation, as explored in his book, Knowledge, Faith, and Early Christian Initiation (Cambridge University Press). Alex is the protégé of our previous guest Fr Hans Boersma (interviewed here and here ), Assistant Research Professor of Theology a...

In this second episode exploring Fr Crouse’s Images of Pilgrimage, Clinton and Calum consider St Augustine, Dante and the end of our pilgrimage at a greater paradise than Eden. You can email us at holycofe@gmail.com or follow us on X at @holycofe1.

What book should you read this Lent? Calum and Clinton are reading Fr Robert Crouse’s Images of Pilgrimage . They are joined this week by Jack Chisnall, a new co-host, who explores allegorical images of wilderness and paradise in Genesis. If you want to follow along with our Lenten series, you can pick up a copy of Crouse’s book here and read a perceptive review of the book here .    As always, yo...

In this episode, Scholastica Jacobs joins Holy C of E to discuss Herbert Kelly and Anglican religious life. Scholastica is the librarian and archivist at St Antony’s Priory and a member of the team founding The Institute for Anglican Religious Life . Jacobs explores the ways that the love of God inspired founders of Anglican orders such as Herbert Kelly, and she muses on how God might call men and...

In this episode, Fr David Craven joins the podcast to talk about a new house of formation for men training to be Catholic Anglican priests at Emmanuel Theological College. Calum asks his new training incumbent about discerning a call to the priesthood and becoming Catholic, and Fr David contends that God is preparing to bring about an Evangelical Catholic movement in the Church of England. Clinton...

In this episode, Calum and Clinton conclude their discussion of E.L. Mascall’s the Importance of Being Human . They discuss the relationship between nature and supernature, the fall of man, and God’s call for everyone to enter into union with him through baptism, communion, and faith in Jesus Christ. Mascall follows Augustine in arguing that man’s purpose is to see and to know, to know and to love...

In this week’s episode, Calum Mullett and Clinton Collister sit down to discuss E.L. Mascall’s book on theological anthropology, The Importance of Being Human . They talk about what makes humans unique, the relationship between the body, soul, and spirit, and how individual persons do (and should) relate to society. Thanks for listening. To get in touch, please send an email to holycofe@gmail.coma...

In this episode, Calum Mullett and Clinton Collister welcome The Rev Dr George Westhaver back to Holy C of E to discuss his recent lecture on finding hope in suffering. Fr George also answers questions about his ministry at Pusey House and theological formation under the influence of Robert Crouse and E.B. Pusey . Finally, we look forward to the upcoming conference on the theology of E.L. Mascall...

Holy CofE regular hosts Jamie Franklin and Clinton Collister were joined by well-known scholar and priest Hans Boersma to discuss issues arising from his latest book  Pierced by Love: Divine Reading with the Christian Tradition . Topics discussed included the basics of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina (or holy reading), the commonalities of Lectio Divina and evangelical approaches to personal...