All Saints Homilies and Teachings

The Ecumenical Councils Part 7: The First Council of Constantinople (Part 2) 04.06.2025 31:22 ↓

We conclude our discussion of the First Council of Constantinople, 381AD, the second ecumenical council. We continue to discuss the theological controversies of semi-Arianism and Appolinarianism, as well as some of the issues covered in the canons.

The Victorious Conqueror: A Homily for the Sunday After the Ascension 02.06.2025 20:53 ↓

See the Conqueror Mounts in Triumph 1. See the Conqu’ror mounts in triumph; see the King in royal state, Riding on the clouds, his chariot, to his heav’nly palace gate. Hark the choirs of angel voices joyful alleluias sing, And the portals high are lifted to receive their heav’nly King. 2. He who on the cross did suffer, He who from the grave arose, He has vanquished sin and Satan; He by death has...

The Ecumenical Councils Part 6: The 1st Council of Constantinople (Part 1) 28.05.2025 31:27 ↓

We begin a discussion of Constatninople 1, the 2nd Ecumenical Council (381AD). We cover the historical background and some of the theological implications of the main controversy (Semi-Arianism). Next week we will discuss the canons and creed from the Council.

Learning to Pray: A Homily for Rogation Sunday 26.05.2025 14:30 ↓

Texts: John 14 & James 1

The Ecumenical Councils Part 5: A Follow-Up on Christology 14.05.2025 22:30 ↓

Mr. AJ Ellis concludes his discussion on Christology. We look at Nestorianism, Docetism, and Ebionism. The Anglican Compass series, "We Believe: Reflections on the Nicene Creed" can be found here .

A Humble Song of Praise and Prophecy: A Homily for the 3rd Sunday After Easter 13.05.2025 18:53 ↓

Text: 1 Samuel 2:1-10

The Ecumenical Councils Part 4: An Issue of Christology 07.05.2025 31:34 ↓

This week we have a guest presenter, Mr. A.J. Ellis, who is discerning a call to the Vocational Diaconate. In this episode, A.J. leads us in a discussion on how our understanding of Christ impacts our understanding of our own Salvation, an issue at the very heart of the Ecumenical Councils.

Bishop and Sheperd of our Souls: A Homily for the 2nd Sunday After Easter 05.05.2025 20:06 ↓

Texts: 1 Peter 2:19-25, 5:1-8

The Ecumenical Councils Part 3: Nicaea 1, 325AD 30.04.2025 36:40 ↓

We discuss the background, people, and events related to the First Council of Nicaea (325 AD), including the Arian controversy, the school of Antioch vs the school of Alexandria, and the original version of the Nicene Creed.

The Pure Milk of the Word: A Homily for the 1st Sunday After Easter 28.04.2025 16:12 ↓

Text: John 20:19ff

The Great Plot Twist: A Homily for Easter Sunday 22.04.2025 19:01 ↓

Text: Isaiah 25:1-9

The Ecumenical Councils, Part 2: Introducing the Councils 16.04.2025 28:37 ↓

We give a brief overview of the Seven Ecumenical Councils and discuss our general relationship to them as Anglicans.

Glory through Humility: A Homily for Palm Sunday 14.04.2025 17:13 ↓

Main Text: Philippians 2:5-11

The Ecumenical Councils, Part 1: “The Cruelty of Heresy” 08.04.2025 33:55 ↓

We begin our study of the Ecumenical Councils by discussion the major kinds of Christological and Trinitarian heresies, and what problem in the human heart they stem from. Much of today's discussion is based on material from Bishop C. FitzSimmon-Allison's "The Cruelty of Heresy" which can be found here .

"Say We Not Well that Thou Art a Samaritan?" - A Homily for Passion Sunday 07.04.2025 19:58 ↓

Text: John 8:46-end

A Sunday of Refreshment: Homily for the 4th Sunday in Lent 31.03.2025 19:40 ↓

Text: John 6:1-14

The Didache Chapters 14-16: Conclusion 26.03.2025 31:42 ↓

We conclude our study of the Didache with a discussion of Sunday worship, the local pastor/bishop, and the 2nd Coming of Christ. The text of the Didache can be read here

Stronger than He: A Homily for the 3rd Sunday in Lent 24.03.2025 13:42 ↓

Text: Luke 11:14-28

The Didache Chapters 11-13: Prophets, Teachers, and Apostles 19.03.2025 32:42 ↓

This week we get into some of the Early Church’s ecclesiology. Most importantly, we discuss how to tell true teachers, preachers, and missionaries from false ones. The text of the Didache can be found here

Lent and an Humble Faith: A Homily for the 2nd Sunday in Lent 16.03.2025 15:45 ↓

Text: Matthew 15:21-28

The Didache Chapters 9 & 10: The Eucharist 16.03.2025 30:26 ↓

The full text of the Didache can be found here .

Our Pilgrimage as a Battle March: A Homily for the First Sunday in Lent 10.03.2025 17:54 ↓

Text: Matthew 4:1ff

New and Contrite Hearts: A Homily for Ash Wednesday 10.03.2025 11:26 ↓

Texts: Joel 2:12ff, Matthew 6:16ff

The Didache: An Aside About Fasting, Prayer, and Almsgiving 04.03.2025 26:24 ↓

As we begin Lent, we have an addendum to Chapter 8, discussing some advice and customs as to what fasting, prayer, and giving may look like in a modern Anglican context.

The Pilgrim's Love and Sacrifice: A Homily for Quinquagesima 04.03.2025 20:48 ↓

Text: Luke 18:31-43, 1 Corinthians 13