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All things…EpiscopalA Very Episcopate Conversation: Introducing the newest bishop in the Episcopal Church, Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of W. MOIn this episode… we have a fun, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation with the newest bishop in the Episcopal Church — The Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of Western Missouri! We dive into Bishop Amy’s incredible call story, her passion for ministry with children and youth, and her surprising hobbies — from knitting and video games (yes, she loves The Sims and Mario Party!). She even shares her wish for better broadcast sound in women’s cycling — how cool is that? But that’s not all — Bishop Amy answers a mix of silly, thoughtful, and theological questi...2025-05-151h 15All things…EpiscopalThe Three Days: A Journey Through the TriduumIn this episode...We dive into the heart of Holy Week and explore the most sacred stretch of time in the Episcopal Church’s liturgical calendar: the Triduum—those powerful three days that carry us from Maundy Thursday through Good Friday to Holy Saturday.We talk about what these days mean, why they matter, and how they invite us into the mystery of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection. Along the way, we learn that Clare still can’t quite pronounce “Triduum” (but we love her for it).Joining us is Fr. James Yazell, Associate Priest at Gr...2025-04-1642 minAll things…EpiscopalWelcoming the Stranger: Immigration and MigrationIn this episode… We talk about Immigration and Migration and how it is impacting folkssocially and spiritually. We hear from two young adults, one from the Diocese of W. Missouriand one from the Diocese of Kansas. We are also joined by the Reverend Mtr. Sarah Shipman(Diocese of Kansas) who also serves as the Director for Episcopal Migration Ministries.About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’sminister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and thir...2025-03-2058 minAll things…EpiscopalWho am I? Vocation and DiscernmentIn this episode... We talk about vocation and discernment and how each of us are called to taketime to reflect on what God is calling us to each become and the gifts and skills that come withwho God dreams of us becoming and how we are to share that with the Body of Christ and thebroader community.About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’sminister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year se...2025-02-2855 minAll things…EpiscopalThe Lion, the Wizard, and the MicrophoneIn this episode... we talk about Christian themes in popular fiction, specifically Harry Potter and Chronicles of Narnia. Nerd out with us as we talk about some of our favorite books and how they can highlights elements of the Gospel!About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day be...2025-01-231h 04All things…EpiscopalWhy Faith, Why ChurchIn this episode… We talk about why young adults claim a Christian identity, what love and struggles they have with the Episcopal Church, what they long for in their spiritual lives, and how the scare “E” word (Evangelism) is actually a blessing and gift to them and the church. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop...2024-12-191h 05All things…EpiscopalNew season, New PartnershipIn this episode... We talk about a new partnership with the Diocese of Kansas, farewell to some co-hosts and introduce some new co-hosts. We also debate whether or not incense is helpful or a distraction in worship, we talk about the joys of pet and our favorite times within the liturgical year. This episode is packed with laughter, reflection and holy encounters with friendships. We can’t wait for you to listen.About the Hosts:Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a pa...2024-11-2155 minAll things…EpiscopalFaithful ResolutionsIn this episode… we talk about resolutions, policies, and stances of the Episcopal Church and more specifically the Diocese of W. Missouri has surrounding Women’s Reproductive Health, gun safety and gun reform, and while we have addressed this in a previous episode, inclusion of members of the LGBTQIA+ community not just as members of the church but in all ordained orders of ministry of the church. About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and t...2024-06-0654 minAll things…EpiscopalA Very Episcopate Conversation- Creation Care with Bishop CathleenIn this episode… we talk about Creation Care. This is a well talked about topic in the Episcopal Church as we are called to be good stewards of God’s creation. For this conversation we are joined by Rt. Rev. Cathleen Bascom, 10th Bishop of Kansas and Riley Demo, a young adult who is a graduate student at Johns Hopkins Blomberg School of Public Health. We talk about the joys, grief, opportunities and hope we have for the church in its pursuit of Creation Care. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a memb...2024-04-2051 minAll things…EpiscopalHumbled by Death Pt. 2In this episode… we continue with the tender and complex topic of death. Sarah Lagergren (laity) is in conversation with us about what it is like to be a young adult, pediatric cardiac advanced practice registered nurse, a mom, and spouse, how she holds the tension of healing and heartbreak, how she copes with letting go and grieving and allowing tears and laughter to be part of the journey. If this is a topic that is too tender for you, we encourage you first and foremost to care for your well-being. Please skip this episode and...2024-04-1132 minAll things…EpiscopalHumbled by Death Pt. 1In this episode… In this episode we touch on a tender topic that impacts all of us, death. Fr. James Yazell is in conversation with us. We talk about God’s promises when we and our loved ones pass, the Pastoral Offices, specifically we talk about Ministration at the Time of Death and the Burial of the Dead. We also touch on the spiritual practices that can help us move through loss and grief. If this is a topic that is too tender for you, we encourage you first and foremost to care for your well-b...2024-03-2952 minAll things…EpiscopalThe Great Divorce…But Not Really: Church HistoryIn this episode… we are in conversation with The Rev. Dr. Dan Joslyn-Siemiatkoski for an Ask Me Anything episode on Church History. We tackle all the things about the schisms of the early Church, unity over uniformity, and the most scandalous questions that is often asked about the start of the Church of England… Did the Church of England start over a divorce? About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-yea...2024-02-2948 minAll things…EpiscopalThe Power of the DiaconateIn this episode… we invite two vocational deacons (their permanent ordained calling vs. a transitional deacon who later goes on to the priesthood) to join us. They talk about the role and function of a vocational deacon, their call story, and how they each live out their calling in very different ways. The Reverend Barbara Wegener and The Reverend Adam James join us in conversation. About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish i...2024-02-0952 minAll things…EpiscopalThree Dudes Talk About the Boss LadyIn this episode… we unpack the meaning of the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVM) or as we here at All Things…Episcopal like to say, The Boss Lady. Fr. David Kendrick talks about how for some Episcopalians they find a meaning in having a devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and how scripture informs a personal devotion to the Boss Lady, our beloved Blessed Virgin Mary. We also have two young adults on this episode, Fr. David Wilcox and Tristan Rouse. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and cu...2023-12-0748 minAll things…EpiscopalYes, Episcopalians read Holy ScriptureIn this episode… we unpack the question, do Episcopalians actually read Scripture? We are joined by the Very Reverend Dr. Andy Keyse for this conversation. We talk about how Episcopalians view Holy Scripture and is there a way to faithfully study and understand them. We also discuss the importance of translations of the Bible and where to start reading the Bible if you are wanting to explore it for the first time. We have provided links below to some of the study bibles we discuss in our conversation. About the Ho...2023-11-1745 minAll things…EpiscopalIt’s the Great Eucharist Charlie Brown! Pt. 2In this episode… we continue our talk about the sacrament of Holy Communion and the Episcopal doctrine of the Eucharist, “Episco-ettique” as Fr. David calls it, when we receive the consecrated elements and the pastoral ministry and responsibility of distributing the consecrated elements of the Eucharist. We also “unpack” some terms that are talked about frequently, but not entirely explained. A note from Clare: Hey friends, I made a mistake in referring to crossing oneself at the word “Sanctify” and “at Unity, constancy, and peace.” While some priests do cross themselves at different times, in the Eucharistic Pray...2023-11-1039 minAll things…EpiscopalIt’s the Great Eucharist Charlie Brown! Pt. 1In this episode… we talk about the sacrament of Holy Communion and the Episcopal doctrine of the Eucharist, “Episco-ettique” as Fr. David calls it, when we receive the consecrated elements and the pastoral ministry and responsibility of distributing the consecrated elements of the Eucharist. We also “unpack” some terms that are talked about frequently, but not entirely explained. About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She...2023-10-3148 minAll things…EpiscopalA Very Episcopate Conversation- The Rt. Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce, Bishop Provisional of Diocese of West. MissouriIn this episode… we talk about the role and function of a bishop and you will hear from our own bishop, The Rt. Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce. You will hear her joys and humor. Her call story to both the priesthood and the episcopate (fancy name for bishop). You will also hear her deepest prayer for the young people of the church. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year semin...2023-08-1843 minAll things…EpiscopalMaybe there is a unicorn church: The Episcopal Church’s work toward inclusion of the LGBTQIA+ CommunityIn this episode… we hear from one member of the clergy and one member of the laity who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. We hear their stories; we learn a bit more on the journey toward inclusion the Episcopal Church is making, and we hear a real time learning moment that one of our podcaster’s experiences. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes...2023-08-1235 minAll things…EpiscopalThe Church as a spiritual community and an institutionIn this episode, we hear from Fr. David and Fr. Collin about koinonia, or communion, and the importance of participating in the church community. They addressed challenges within institutions, the benefits of having a church community, and their personal experiences within the church. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith fam...2023-07-0636 minAll things…EpiscopalA Great and Challenging Beauty of Interpreting ScriptureIn this episode, we hear a sermon that was delivered by Clare Stern-Burbano and Dani Valencia Montoya on May 7th for Youth Sunday. They addressed the challenges and healing spaces that studying scripture offer us as followers of Christ. Additionally, they also have a conversation about what the sermon writing process was life, what types of prayer and research processes they went through and what they felt the Spirit was moving them to say to the congregation, but especially young people as they discern who, what God is to them in their lives. 2023-06-2243 minAll things…EpiscopalIt's not pew aerobics, it's personal and corporate pietyIn this episode… we talk about personal and corporate piety. Why we do the things we do. It is not just pew aerobics; it is reverence for God. However, in the Episcopal Church, not every parish will have the same exact same piety in a worship service, nor will everyone have the same personal piety. Piety is less about doing the “right thing” and more about how to show reverence or respect to the Triune God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and your growth in relationship with the Triune God. You will hear Clare, The Rev. Col...2023-05-2531 minAll things…EpiscopalFull Communion…it’s not just a meal, but a relationshipIn this episode… we talk about the meaning behind Full Communion, “Called to Common Mission” with the Evangelical Lutheran Church USA. We hear from The Rev. Anne Kyle about her ministry as an Episcopal priest serving not one but two congregations, one Episcopal and one ELCA. “According to this agreement, the Episcopal Church and Evangelical Lutheran Church in America “discovered their unity in the gospel and commitment to the mission to which God calls the church of Jesus Christ in every generation. Unity and mission are organically linked in the Body of Christ, the church. All baptized...2023-05-1155 minAll things…Episcopal“Belonging, Believing, and Becoming the Church of the Future.”In this episode… We hear from two college students in Springfield, MO who talk about finding their way to the Episcopal Church and what lead them to make the decision to be Confirmed in the Episcopal Church. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home...2023-04-2727 minAll things…EpiscopalHope for the ChurchIn this episode… We hear from Danni Valencia Montoya, a young adult member of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral. She speaks to us about hope for the future of the Church as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and what gives her hope during the Easter season. The first portion of the episode is an interview between Clare and Danni and the second portion is Danni offering a homily. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a pa...2023-04-1319 minAll things…EpiscopalDaily OfficeIn this episode… We talk about prayer and one of the ways Episcopalians engage in a prayer practice. We explore the daily office and how to use the Book of Common Prayer to move through the Daily Office. About the Daily Office, “After the Anglican Reformation, Archbishop Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556) reduced the eight monastic offices to the two services of Morning and Evening Prayer. These services were printed in vernacular English and intended for use by all members of the church. Participation in the Daily Office is at the heart of Anglican spirituality. It is the pr...2023-04-1340 minAll things…EpiscopalBaptismIn this episode… We introduce the podcast hosts, explore the initiation into the Body of Christ through the sacrament of Holy Baptism and hear Justin Smith’s Baptism story. Justin is an active young adult at St. Mary’s in Kansas City MO. About the HostsClare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family a...2023-04-1341 min