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The Wayside Podcast

St. Martin's Episcopal Church

288 episodes

1 day ago

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. Sharron L. Cox. The sermon explores the nature of prayer and the expectations we place on God, likening it to treating God as a wish-granter rather than engaging in a deeper spiritual relationship. Welcome to a space where faith becomes a guiding light on life's j...

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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. Sharron L. Cox. The sermon explores the nature of prayer and the expectations we place on God, likening it to treating God as a wish-granter rather than engaging in a deeper spiritual relationship. Welcome to a space where faith becomes a guiding light on life's j...

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Religion & Spirituality

Episodes (20/288)

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Sharron L. Cox

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. Sharron L. Cox. The sermon explores the nature of prayer and the expectations we place on God, likening it to treating God as a wish-granter rather than engaging in a deeper spiritual relationship. Welcome to a space where faith becomes a guiding light on life's j...

2 days ago

18 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

God’s Homecoming with N.T. Wright

In this 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 emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible's narrative in its historical context and explores the role of the church as a ...

5 days ago

49 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Dane E. Boston

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. This sermon explores the dual identity of Christians as both saints and soldiers, emphasizing the importance of discipline, duty, and the willingness to fight for good. Reverend Boston encourages us to embrace our identity as soldiers of Christ, re...

1 week ago

20 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Prayer Book Living

Ryan and Wesley meet with Rev. Canon Bradley Varnell and Rev. Tori Gilliland to explore the challenges of articulating faith during serious illness, emphasizing the importance of prayer as a resource for strength and grace. They also highlight how traditional prayers can provide comfort and a sense of connection to God's grace, even in difficult times. Big thanks to Rev. Canon Bradley Varnell and Rev. Tori Gilliland for joining us. --- Follow us on Instagram! Just search: thewaysidepodcast Em...

1 week ago

51 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: Lay Minister Eric Priest

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 Lay Minister Eric Priest. Eric goes into the universal experience of making mistakes and the human condition. He emphasizes that everyone, regardless of their status or holiness, has slip-ups and explores the critical question of how to move forward after such experiences....

2 weeks ago

16 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

The Shepherd’s Guild

In this episode, Ryan meets with members of St. Martin's Shepherd's Guild ministry, which takes the Eucharist to those unable to attend church services. The discussion highlights the significance of communion, the experiences of lay Eucharistic ministers, and the deep connections formed through this ministry. Susan McConn and Cynthia Blackburn share personal stories about their interactions with parishioners, particularly focusing on Sadie Gwin, a 101-year-old woman who continues to engage wi...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 4 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. R. Wesley Arning

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. This sermon begins a sermon series focusing on the theme of prayer, particularly how the Psalms guide our prayer life. It emphasizes the importance of starting prayers with adoration, recognizing God's worthiness of praise, and how this shapes ou...

3 weeks ago

13 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

The Rhythm of the Daily Office

Daily Office Resources: Download the Venite app here. Listen to Forward Movement’s production of “A Morning at the Office” (daily morning prayer from the BCP) here or wherever you listen to podcasts (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.). Also available for evening prayer - search “An Evening at Prayer.” Email us! podcast@smec.org Follow us on Instagram! Just search: thewaysidepodcast

3 weeks ago

47 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Dane E. Boston

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. Reverend Dane Boston discusses the overwhelming nature of modern notifications and draws a parallel to the parable of the persistent widow. The message emphasizes the importance of prayer, not as a means of pestering God, but as a way to cultivate ...

1 month ago

18 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

RECAST: A conversation with NT Wright & Rev. Dr. Suse McBay

In this recast episode, we reflect on a conversation with distinguished scholar N.T. Wright and Reverend Dr. Suze McBay. They explore various themes surrounding Scripture, the nature of God, misconceptions about the Gospels, and the role of believers in partnership with God. The discussion also dives into the complexities of life after death, the intersection of science and faith, and the problem of evil in relation to God's perfection. --- Register for the Wycliffe Hall Oxford Forum here. Fo...

1 month ago

52 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: Ryan Presley

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 Ryan Presley. Ryan explores the profound concept of grace, emphasizing its unearned and undeserved nature. Through biblical references and personal reflections, Ryan encourages us to recognize the enveloping nature of grace and its role in empowering us to respond to God'...

1 month ago

17 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Poetry, Prayer and Paying Attention with Dr. Matthew Boyleston

In this episode, Ryan meets with writer and professor Matthew Boyleston to discuss poetry, prayer, and art. They emphasize the importance of attention in both writing and personal devotion, exploring how these practices can deepen one's relationship with God. The discussion also delves into the often-overlooked concept of angels and spiritual beings, culminating in an analysis of Boylston's poem 'With Angels and Archangels.' --- HCU Directory: Dr. Matthew Boyleston Photo of Boyleston in his o...

1 month ago

1 hour 7 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Dane E. Boston

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. Welcome to a space where faith becomes a guiding light on life's journey. Contact Us: podcast@stmartinsepiscopal.org

1 month ago

13 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

The Wonderful Weirdness of Medieval Christianity with Grace Hamman

In this episode, Ryan and Wesley engage with Grace Hamman to explore the themes of Christianity's weirdness, the influence of the medieval era on modern faith, and the significance of virtues and vices, particularly humility. They discuss how medieval art and literature can reshape our understanding of Christian teachings and the importance of embodying these virtues in contemporary life. The conversation culminates in a prayer that reflects the desire for meekness and patience in navigating ...

1 month ago

50 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: Jim Jackson

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. We explore the essence of faith, the challenges it presents, and the importance of living with a heavenly perspective. Jim encourages us to embrace our identity as strangers in a foreign land, focusing on eternal life and the promises of God. Welcome to a spac...

1 month ago

24 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Student Ministry Spotlight with TD & Madison

In this episode, Wesley talks with TD and Madison to discuss the dynamics of student ministry, focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by youth leaders in engaging with today's teens. TD and Madison share their passion for mentoring young people, the importance of creating inclusive spaces, and the evolving landscape of youth ministry in the context of social media and generational differences. --- Contact TD Davis: tdavis@stmartinsepiscopal.org Follow us on Instagram! Just s...

1 month ago

35 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Dane E. Boston

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. We explore the themes of stewardship, the interconnection of spiritual and physical lives, and the importance of generosity. Through the parable of the dishonest manager, the sermon challenges us to reflect on our own stewardship of resources and e...

1 month ago

20 minutes

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Children’s Ministry Spotlight with Rozlyn Cline

Wesley meets with Rozlyn Cline from St. Martin's Children's Ministry. They discuss her experiences with women in leadership roles within the church and her innovative approaches to engaging families in faith practices at St. Martin's. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community involvement, the role of parents in spiritual development, and the need for churches to adapt to the changing dynamics of family life. --- Rozlyn Cline: rmcline@smec.org Ursella Rylander: urylander@stmartinse...

2 months ago

33 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Sunday Sermon: Lay Minister Eric Priest

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 Lay Minister Eric Priest. We explore the themes of rebellion against God, the consequences of idolatry, and the grace found in Jesus as the ultimate mediator. Through the lens of the biblical story of the golden calf, the discussion highlights the human tendency to turn aw...

2 months ago

19 minutes

The Wayside Podcast

Unhealthy Health Culture

Wesley and Ryan reflect on the complex relationship between health, body image, and Christian faith. They explore how cultural narratives around health can lead to idolatry, the impact of community on fitness, and the importance of finding a balance between physical health and spiritual well-being. The conversation reflects on the challenges of navigating societal expectations while maintaining a faith-centered perspective on health and wellness. --- F3 Nation: https://f3nation.com/ Fit...

2 months ago

32 minutes