Pray Tell

Is baptism a conscious adult choice, or is it something deeper? For anyone coming from a tradition that emphasizes adult baptism, the practice of baptizing infants can feel incredibly difficult to accept. In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor Smale and Al Carson tackle the complex, beautiful, and often controversial topic of baptism. Al shares his own personal journey of entering the Anglican tradi...

How should we pray?  Is structured prayer or spontaneous prayer better?  What is morning prayer? Is it enough for Christians to pray from their heart?  How can prayer books, specifically the Book of Common Prayer or Book of Alternative Services, help us in our prayer lives?  In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Al discuss the importance of prayer, specifically structured prayer through the BCP...

Who is Jesus really? In this episode, Trevor and Fr. Al explore Jesus in the Anglican tradition; fully God and fully human, revealed through Scripture, creeds, and liturgy.  They discuss everything from how Anglicans approach worship, to the Book of Common Prayer, the 39 Articles, personal and communal faith, doubts (like Doubting Thomas), and how to encounter the living Christ beyond mountaintop...

Join us for Part 2 of Pray Tell's conversation with Fr. Richard Leggett as we dive into Christian transformation in the Anglican Church. We explore how real relationships, asking the tough questions (transcultural, contextual, cross-cultural, and countercultural), and staying open to God’s presence can spark powerful personal and congregational change. From Indigenous theology to challenging C...

Is doubt the opposite of faith? Anglicanism says no. In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Al are joined by The Ven. Richard Leggett, a longtime Anglican priest and former Archdeacon with more than 40 years of ministry experience. Together they explore questions of faith, doubt, belonging, and the deeper question of unity within the Anglican tradition. The conversation challenges the common ass...

Is the Anglican Church still relevant in 2026? In this episode, we explore what it means to live out one's Christian faith daily and nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We discuss how Anglicanism emphasizes these core beliefs, clarifying common misconceptions. This conversation aims to deepen understanding for those curious about Christianity and the Episcopal tradition. 🙏 // C...

Are Anglicans Christian? Are Anglicans Christian? It’s a question many people quietly wonder and some openly ask. In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Al explore where that confusion comes from and how Anglican worship proclaims the gospel week after week through Scripture, creeds, sacraments, and liturgy rather than relying only on the sermon. They talk about what it means to be Christian at...

Is it okay to question and doubt your faith in the Anglican Church? Welcome back to Pray Tell!! In this episode, Trevor Smale and our new co-host Al Carson sit down to discuss their personal journeys to the Anglican Church and the unique aspects that keep them grounded in this tradition. They delve into the historical depth of Anglicanism, its openness to questions and struggles, and the central r...

What are the 12 days of Christmas and what do they mean?  Why do we celebrate these days in the Anglican Church?  Spoiler: It’s more than just a song!  In this episode of  @praytellthepod  Tyler and Trevor from St. Matthew's Anglican Church (  @abbyanglican  ) explore the rich traditions and feast days that make up this season—from Christmas Day to Epiphany on January 6th. 🎙️ They share childhood...

Jump into holiday nostalgia with mystical St. Nicholas, the Christmas Pickle, top 10 holiday movies and MUCH MORE! Tyler and Trevor from St. Matthew Anglican Church in Abbotsford dive into the festive spirit of Christmas! This special episode of Pray Tell features a fun and nostalgic look at their top 10 Christmas movies, traditions, and favorite holiday foods. From the best Christmas episodes lik...

In this episode of the Pray Tell Podcast, Tyler and Trevor discuss how to prepare for Christmas 2024 by living into the season of Advent.  Drawing from their experiences as Anglicans attending St. Matthew's in Abbotsford BC, they explore how Advent is the season of rest and fasting that prepares us for the celebration of Christmas. The duo also share practical ways to embrace the season in daily l...

Who Was Saint Matthew? In this episode of Pray Tell, Tyler and Trevor from St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford explore the life and significance of Saint Matthew, the patron saint of the parish.  From a despised tax collector to a trusted disciple of Jesus, Saint Matthew's legacy can teach us important lessons today.  Besides the saint himself, Tyler and Trevor also chat about the...

What is liturgy and why does it matter in the Anglican church? (or does it?) This time on Pray Tell we are pleased to welcome retired Anglican priest Rev. Al Carson to explore the rich tradition of Anglican liturgy. From the historical context and evolution of the Book of Common Prayer to discussing the nuances between different liturgical forms, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone inter...

There's a new Anglican Priest in Abbotsford!   We are delighted to introduce you to Father James Hwang, the new rector at St. Matthew Anglican Church.  James' journey began in Seoul, South Korea, where he was first compelled by the Franciscan order in the Roman Catholic Church.  After leaving the order, James came to Canada to pursue a religious education to become an Anglican Priest.   In...

Ever wonder what is baptism for?  From infants to adults to even the un-catechized, different Christian denominations emphasize different things.  This episode offers an introduction to baptism from an Anglican perspective. Welcome back to Pray Tell!  In this episode, your regular hosts, Trevor Smale and Tyler Evans, parishioners at St. Matthews Anglican Church in Abbotsford, are joined by special...

It's an Anglican Christmas at Pray Tell!  Join us as we explore the history and importance of the 12 days of Christmas and the significance of Epiphany! Tyler and Trevor, hosts of Pray Tell, reflect on the stories of Saint Nicholas/Santa, examine the week's Scripture readings from Isaiah and Luke, and consider the socio-political contexts that shaped the Christmas story. They also reflect...

Why is it that Mary matters at Christmas? What is her role in the story of God's love? For this episode of @praytellthepod, Tyler and Trevor explore the theme of love in Advent by looking at the role of Mary in the Christmas story - her role as the mother of Jesus and her willing response to obey God's call.  The guys also discuss the intriguing parallels between Old Testament promises of...

Joy unwrapped - WHAT DOES IT EVEN MEAN (and how is joy connected with Jesus)? - from the Anglican perspective!   Finding real joy during the Advent season can be tough in the busyness of Christmas.  Here to unwrap this theme, Tyler and Trevor explore this week's scripture readings and explore what, if anything, the Anglican tradition has to say about grasping joy during the Advent season. With...

Does experiencing peace in the chaos of the Christmas season (or Advent!) seem impossible? This week on Pray Tell, Tyler and Trevor discuss week 2 of Advent (peace) and explore ways in which the Anglican tradition can guide during the season to discover and cultivate a spirit of peace. They discuss the week's readings, contrast their experiences and interpretations and enjoy some casual chit-c...

How do faith and tradition frame our experience of the season of Advent in the Anglican Church? What insights does Anglicanism offer when approaching these questions? In this inaugural episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Tyler from St. Matthew Anglican Church in Abbotsford, discuss faith in the context of the Anglican tradition and explore the meaning and significance of Advent, week one: hope. In th...