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The Cranmer Fellows PodcastMarcion and Modern HeresiesIn this episode Matt and Jon discuss the 2nd century heretic, Marcion, and consider how his ideas of God and the Bible are still held by many today. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-02-2556 min
Talking TheologyWhat can we learn from Blaise Pascal?What can we learn from the life and work of the 17th Century French polymath Blaise Pascal? In what sense did he "make the modern world"? And what does he have to teach us about how to relate science and religion, faith and reason in the 21st Century.In this episode Revd Dr Nick Moore, Warden of Cranmer Hall, speaks to Rt Revd Dr Graham Tomlin, the former Bishop of Kensington and Editor of Seen and Unseen, about his new book Blaise Pascal: The Man Who Made the Modern World, which was released in 2025.
2026-02-1849 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastDid the Church Create the Canon?In this episode Matt and Jon discuss the early church’s relationship to the New Testament writings. Did the church expect new books from God, and if so, how did they know if a book was from God?You can contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship by becoming a paid subscriber! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-02-111h 00
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastPeter and the Rock of the ChurchIn this episode Matt and Jonathan walk through Matthew 16:13-20 and discuss whether Peter is the rock of the church and what the keys of the kingdom are. You can contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship by becoming a paid subscriber! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-02-0459 minTalking TheologyJosh Cockayne and Gideon Salter - Why we gather to worshipWhat happens when we gather together for worship? How can theology and psychology work together to yield new insights into that question? And what are the implications for churches and church leaders in an increasingly online world?In this episode Revd Dr Nick Moore, Warden of Cranmer Hall, speaks to Revd Dr Josh Cockayne, Academic Dean at Cranmer Hall, and Dr Gideon Salter, Lecturer in Developmental Psychology at Liverpool Hope University, about their new book Why We Gather: Psychology, Theology, and Liturgical Practice, which was released in 2025.
2026-02-0345 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastMarking and Avoiding False TeachersMatt and Jon talk about common characteristics that false teachers have and what to do when you come in contact with one. You can contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship by becoming a paid subscriber! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-01-2851 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastFighting Where the Battle RagesThis week Matt and Jon talk about what Jude means when he says to “contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints.”You can contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship by becoming a paid subscriber! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-01-2147 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastWise Men from the EastIn this episode, Matt and Jonathan talk about Epiphany and who the wise men from the east were. If you would like to contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship, you can do so by becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-01-1453 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastMorning Prayer and RoutinesToday Matt and Jon discuss personal prayer and Scripture reading habits and the importance of discipline in the pastor’s life. If you would like to contribute toward the Cranmer Fellowship, you can do so by becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2026-01-0747 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastWe'll Be Back... And on SubstackWe're excited to be back with the podcast! There are a few updates we'd like to share. If you're interested in supporting our work at the Cranmer Fellowship, you can now become a paid subscriber.Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Matt and I will be back with you in January 2026! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-12-1905 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast72. Training at Good ShepherdMatt and Jon couldn't meet for a normal episode this week, so here's a pitch for our pastoral training program, The Cranmer Fellowship. If you or someone you know might be interested in learning more about the Fellowship, please contact us at cranmerfellowship@gmail.com. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-04-1111 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast71. Sermon: My Eyes Have Seen Your SalvationHere is Matt's sermon from Candlemas (2/2/2025) Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-04-0435 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast70. Righteous SinnersIn this episode Matt and Jonathan talk about the relationship between justification by faith and progressive sanctification. We also discuss all those times in the Bible that so-and-so is considered blameless before God because they keep the commandments. Is it possible to be righteous in God's sight by your works? How can sinners, even really obedient ones, be called blameless in God's sight? Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-03-2838 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast69. Counterfeit CompassionIn this episode Matt and Jonathan talk about what it means for a pastor to be compassionate. This is a bit touchy, because compassion, like empathy, is very loaded term. There is, like empathy, a wrong kind of "compassion." It's important for pastors especially to know the difference between biblical compassion and the counterfeit compassion the world is currently demanding the church live by. It's also important that pastors not let people's feelings inform their every decision in the church. That being said, a pastor isn't to be domineering over the flock. There's a lot to talk about. We...
2025-03-2141 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast68. Sermon: Ash WednesdayWe're a week behind, but here's Matt's sermon from Ash Wednesday. We hope it serves as an encouragement to you as you go through Lent. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-03-1435 min
Low Carb MD PodcastEpisode 383: Hal CranmerThank you for joining us for another episode of the Low Carb MD Podcast. Hal Cranmer is the owner of A Paradise for Parents Senior Living—an assisted living home with experts who have had a great deal of success improving the physical and cognitive health of its residents. After serving in the Air Force and working in real estate, Hal began opening assisted living facilities in Arizona. Since he began offering low-carb/carnivore food and other lifestyle therapies—exercise, red light therapy, etc—at his facilities, he has witnessed an amazing increase in his residents' health and quality of lif...
2025-03-0358 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast67. Leading Bible StudiesIn today's episode, Matt and Jonathan discuss teaching Bible studies. What's different about prepping a Bible study from prepping a sermon? How do we typically approach leading a Bible study at Good Shepherd and why? How do you deal with troublesome ideas (or people) that come up while you're teaching? And why are Bible studies a great time to exercise pastoral care for parishioners? Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-02-2148 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast66. Those Who Sincerely RepentIn this episode Matt and Jonathan talk about what true repentance looks like. Can you be repentant and yet still have a besetting sin? What does it mean to "sincerely repent?" If you're sinning a lot, then should you come to the Lord's Table or skip that week? And how can a pastor counsel those in his parish who just can't kick some sinful habit? Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-01-3139 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast65. Sermon: Fruits in Keeping with RepentanceThis week we're bringing you one of Matt's sermons from Advent 2024. The text is on Luke 3:7-20. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-01-2437 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast64. His Kids Must Be BelieversIn this episode, Matt and Jonathan discuss that little pastoral qualification that runs around your house, is way too loud, eats all your food, and can sometimes be hard to manage. You guessed it - this episode is for the children. What does God mean when He says a pastor's children need to be "submissive" and "believers"? What about pastors whose kids leave the house and deconstruct their faith? Why is this a qualification for pastors anyway? Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2025-01-1743 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast63. Dissecting Scripture to DeathIn this episode, Matt and Jonathan talk about the danger of treating the Bible like it's only a textbook. While learning the ins and outs of good Bible study is important, it's possible to let Bible study tactics actually keep one from submitting to God's word. It's easy to dissect Scripture. It's a lot harder to allow the Scripture to dissect us. But that's what it's meant to do. "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of...
2025-01-1039 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast62. Reading Good BooksWe start this episode off with an exciting announcement about Matt. Then we talk about books. What are some of our go-to books for pastors to read? Whether it be history, theology, philosophy, fantasy, biography - you name it - reading good books is important to pastoral ministry. We talk about why...In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-12-1355 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast61. Scripture and TraditionIn this episode Matt and Jonathan talk about the relationship between the Bible and the Church Fathers. The Roman Catholic Church teaches that tradition is as authoritative as the Scriptures. On the other side of the pendulum there are those who say Scripture is the only authority - there's no reason to read the Fathers. But what exactly did the Reformers mean by "sola Scriptura?" And where do we think the Fathers stand in relation to Scripture interpretation? Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-11-2245 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast60. Surrounded by a Great Cloud of WitnessesIn this episode Matt and Jonathan talk about last Sunday's service. We observed All Saints Day with our bishop who confirmed 16 people and consecrated Church of the Good Shepherd. It's been around 15 years since the Episcopal Church kicked Good Shepherd out of its building. Now Good Shepherd has paid off the mortgage for our current building. Matt and Jonathan discuss how all of this stuff combined into one Sunday made for such a meaningful service. We also talk about how simply preaching the word of God has been Good Shepherd's strategy all these years. Thanks be to God for...
2024-11-0844 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast59. Sermon: The Gates Were ShutMatt and Jon are at their diocesan clergy conference this week, so here's a sermon by Matt from a few weeks ago. The text is Acts 21:27-22:1.The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-10-2538 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast58. Lawson, Church Discipline, and Making Your Wife Your Best FriendIn this episode Matt and Jon discuss the recent moral failing of Dr. Steven Lawson. Lawson has done a tremendous amount of good work for the church, but all men are sinners. Matt and Jon talk about what happened with Lawson, why he can’t be restored to the pastoral office, and some safeguards that are helpful for pastors to avoid falling into sexual sin. Matt and Jon respect Lawson for his work in the kingdom of God and we pray for his repentance and restoration in his marriage and other relationships. ...
2024-10-1152 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast57. DPE: Did Jephthah Sacrifice His Daughter?This is a Difficult Passage Episode. Today Matt and Jon sit down to discuss a bizarre passage in Judges 11. Jephthah, a judge in Israel, makes a tragic vow to God. If God gives him victory over his enemies he'll offer the first thing that comes out of his home to greet him as a burnt offering. What was he thinking? Well, either way - his daughter comes out to greet him once he gets back... Matt and Jon talk about the two primary views of this passage, share what they think, and discuss how one might...
2024-10-0450 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast56. Postmillennialism and Teaching RevelationThis week we continue talking about end times. We're diving more into postmillennialism, some different ways of approaching Revelation as an entire book, and some tips on teaching the darn thing. Enjoy!The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-09-2739 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast55. Thinking About End TimesWe're back! And we're talking about the end of all things! In today's episode, we talk about the book of Revelation - how we interpreted it in the past and what's changed in our thinking. And we discuss a little bit of what we think about the Millennium.It's really good to be back recording! We hope you enjoy this episode. - The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-09-2043 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast54. Preachers in Training, Part 2This is the second part to the conversation Jonathan and Scott had about training as preachers. We primarily talk about manuscript writing and delivery. In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-08-2938 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast53. Preachers in Training, Part 1In this episode Jonathan is joined by Scott Pineau. Scott is one of the wardens at Church of the Good Shepherd and assists Matt and Jonathan in preaching. Scott and Jonathan talk about what it's like to be preachers in training. They discuss things they assumed about preaching that they no longer believe, what it's like having someone else edit and review their sermons, and how they prepare to preach.This is the first half of the conversation. The second half will come out next week.In Christ,
2024-08-2258 min
International Christian Classics (Biblically Reformed And Confessional)The 39 Articles Of The Church Of England by Reformer Thomas Cranmer & Co [Christian Audiobook] | International Christian ClassicsThe Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England, established in 1563 and revised in 1571, outline the core doctrines of Anglicanism amid the Reformation. They assert belief in the Holy Trinity and the authority of Scripture as the primary source for faith and practice. The Articles affirm the necessity of the Old Testament and reject any teachings not grounded in the Bible. They emphasize that salvation is through faith alone, with good works being a fruit of that faith rather than a means to earn salvation.
The Articles recognize two sacraments instituted by Christ—Baptism and Holy Communion—while acknowledging other rite...
2024-08-1732 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast52. Being a Pastor of the Cross w/ Chad BirdHow successful is your ministry? Are your sermons impactful and meaningful? How full is your church? Are you getting results? Let's face it, as pastors we often equate our success in ministry with "greatness" and bigger numbers. But what do you do if God has assigned to you an "unexciting" ministry? Is God really in a church with 45-50 people? Definitely not 10 people, right? What about when you suffer in ministry - is God in the midst of that? Our guest today, Chad Bird, helps us see that not only is God present, but He's more p...
2024-08-0856 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast51. Building Churches and Pastors, Plus a Special AnnouncementIn this special edition of the Cranmer Fellows Podcast, Matt and Jonathan set up a camera to record the first ever (and perhaps only ever) video pod. It's all because we have a special announcement regarding the Cranmer Fellowship at Church of the Good Shepherd.Are you discerning whether or not God is calling you to ministry in the church? Do you want to get hands on ministry experience? What about seminary? Is there a way to combine education and experiential training? Let's talk. Email us at cranmerfellowship@gmail.com! Get full access...
2024-06-2747 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast50. Sermon: His Spirit was Provoked Within HimWe have another sermon for you this week. This is from last Sunday and is taken from Acts 17:16-21.Enjoy! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-06-2037 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast49. Sermon: Show Us the FatherThis episode is the recording of Matt's Pentecost sermon this year. We hope it encourages you this week! In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-06-1336 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast48. The Highest Calling with Dr. Carl TruemanA few weeks ago we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Carl Trueman to our diocesan synod. During that time we were privileged to sit down with Dr. Trueman to ask him questions about his pastoral experience. In this episode we talk about the call to pastoral ministry, earning and burning good will with parishioners, dealing with physical abuse in the church, balancing pastoral and scholarly work, and much more.We hope you enjoy the pod!In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows. Get full access...
2024-06-0619 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast47. Jews for Jesus with Yoel Ben DavidIn this episode Jonathan has the pleasure of sitting down with the director of Jews for Jesus in Jerusalem: Yoel Ben David. Yoel talks about how he came to faith from orthodox Judaism, what it's like sharing Jesus in Jerusalem, and his heart for serving the church as an Anglican pastor. We know you'll be encouraged by Yoel and his ministry! If you feel so inclined, please go to https://jewsforjesus.org/staff/yoel-ben-david and support his work over in Israel. In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows
2024-05-3049 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast46. Dealing with the Demands of Responsibility (w/ Bp. Julian Dobbs)In this episode Jonathan sits down with Julian Dobbs - the bishop of the Anglican Diocese of the Living Word in the ACNA. Jonathan and Bp. Julian discuss dealing with the demands of responsibility in ministry. The more power / authority one has, the more responsibility weighs on ones shoulders. How do pastors and bishops live with such demands upon them? We pray this brief episode will be a source of encouragement to you.In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer...
2024-05-2320 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast45. Christ in All of ScriptureToday we’re discussing what the Bible is all about. Jesus said it was all about him (Luke 24) - does our preaching and teaching agree with him? What does it mean for the Bible to be about Jesus? And how should a pastor pull this truth out in all of his preaching and teaching?We hope you enjoy the podcast.In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-05-0943 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast44. The Celebrity PastorThis week we're talking about being famous. No - not how we're famous... we have a bit of a ways to go yet. We're talking about the desire to be famous that most (all?) pastors struggle with. There's something in our flesh that makes us desire to be known - even when we get up to preach to 20 people. Why is our culture uniquely inclined toward celebrity pastors? And why is fame such a temptation for pastors in particular? And we talk about Mark Driscoll. In Christ,...
2024-04-2548 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast43. Sermon: The Resurrection BodyIn this episode we are listening to one of Matt's sermons preached almost 10 years ago. The sermon is taken from 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 and explores what our new bodies will be like after Jesus' second coming. We pray the sermon will encourage you this Eastertide. In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-04-1844 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast42. When is it Time to Leave a Church?Today we are talking about leaving a church. There are times, of course, when you may need to leave a church due to moving from one city to another. But is there ever a time where you should leave your church to attend another one? In the West we sure like our choices. Churches are often seen as different products on a shelf - you get to pick which one you like. If the one you picked turns out not to be exactly what you wanted - that's fine! Leave and try something...
2024-04-1144 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast41. Anglo-CatholicismToday Matt and I answer an email we received from a listener about some of the differences between us and Anglo-Catholics. What distinguishes Anglo-Catholics from High Church Anglicans? Where did Anglo-Catholicism originate, and what was/is its purpose and role in the larger Anglican tradition? We also discuss how we think the 39 Articles should be interpreted and what it means for Scripture to be "prime" authority. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-03-2145 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast40. Go to ChurchWe're working backwards from talking about preaching and the sacraments to the importance of going to church in general. In this episode we discuss - what happens to you when you go to a local church, - why going to church and listening to a sermon is different (and more important) than listening to a sermon from years ago - how movie theater churches have changed people's thinking about the church (in a bad way)- the "marks of a true church" - and...
2024-03-0748 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast39. Through Many TribulationsMatt and Jon were not able to meet together this week, so here is a wonderful sermon on serving God's people through tribulation. We hope it's encouraging for you in your ministry! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-02-2938 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast38. "This is My Blood"We are finally finishing our discussion on the Lord's Supper! If you haven't listened to episode 35, then go ahead and give it a listen, because it introduces our topic and walks through the various views of what happens at communion. In part 2 we discuss what it means to partake of the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner, why we believe baptized children of believers should be allowed at the table, and why some Anglicans call the "table" an "altar." If you like this episode, please leave us a review and share this podcast...
2024-02-2244 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast37. Free Will, Predestination, and ElectionHere is a recording of our continuing series on the 39 Articles. This week Matt looks at Articles 16-18 on human free will, predestination, and election. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-02-151h 02
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast36. Alistair Begg, Pharisees, and True CompassionThis week Matt and Jonathan leave the typical format of the pod and respond to the current controversy surrounding Alistair Begg's advice to a grandmother to attend the wedding of her grandson and his transgender partner. We discuss Begg's original comments and then his recent sermon doubling-down on his counsel to this woman. Is there any context that allows a Christian to attend an LGBTQ wedding? How can you continue to be a witness to your friends and family if they feel like you reject them? Are there only two options: either go to the wedding o...
2024-02-0154 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast35. "This is My Body"?This week we continue our discussion of the sacraments and examine the Lord's Supper. We don't get to everything we wanted to talk about, so we are making this Part 1 on the topic of Communion! In this episode we look at the different views that Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Anglicans, and other Protestants have regarding the Jesus' presence in the Supper. We also discuss the importance of all the elements (including the words of institution), and we tell you why partaking in Coke and chips in your home on Sunday is not the Lord's Supper.
2024-01-2540 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast34. BaptismLast week Matt and Jonathan discussed the primary task of a pastor - preaching the word of God. This week they continue walking through the essential tasks of a pastor by addressing the first of the two sacraments: baptism.What is baptism? Why did Jesus command that we baptize people? Does God do something in a person when they are baptized? Why do Anglicans see a comparison between circumcision in the Old Covenant and baptism in the New Covenant? And, last of all, why do we baptize children of believing parents?We welcome...
2024-01-1851 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast33. Heralds of the GospelWelcome to the first episode of 2024! We know we are a week late, but we hope this episode is encouraging for you. Today we discuss the job of preaching the word of God. We discuss the difference between preaching and teaching and try to persuade you that preaching from a manuscript is the way to go. If you'd like more information about the Cranmer Fellowship, you can visit https://thecranmerfellowship.com/. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2024-01-1147 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast32. Works, Works, WorksIn this episode we continue our walk through the 39 Articles. We are working through Articles 13: Of Works before Justification, 14: Of Works of Supererogation, and 15: Of Christ alone without Sin. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-12-061h 02
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast31. Covenant TheologyCovenant Theology is concerned with the promises God has made to all people for all time. This week Matt and Jon sit down to discuss these promises that God laid down before the foundation of the world. We discuss God's plan of salvation and whether or not God has any distinct plans between physical Israel and the church. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-11-2946 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast30. Sermon: We Are Turning to the GentilesMatt and Jonathan have a busy week, so this episode is this past Sunday's sermon on Acts 13:42-52. Enjoy! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-11-1534 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast29. Found Guilty of Being Faithful to Christ with Bp. William LoveIn this episode, Matt and Jonathan are joined with Bishop William Love to discuss his call to ministry and his experience in the Episcopal Church - including his discipline for not complying with TEC's teaching on same-sex marriage. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-11-0856 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast28. The Pastor's AuthorityIn this episode Matt and Jonathan discuss what authority a pastor has in the church, how a pastor is to carry his authority, and where the pitfalls might be that could lead to a pastor abusing his power.If you like the pod, please leave us a review and share it with your friends and family - especially those you know who are considering pastoral ministry. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-11-0149 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast27. Contending for the Faith with The Rev. Matt KennedyIn this episode Jonathan interviews his co-host, Matt Kennedy, on his life before Christ and ministry, his time at a liberal seminary, and the early years of pastoring Church of the Good Shepherd. If you like this podcast, please leave us a review and share it with your friends and family - especially those who may be thinking about pastoral ministry. And don't forget to check out our pastoral training program, The Cranmer Fellowship, at thecranmerfellowship.com. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-10-2542 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast26. Anglican Church PolityWelcome back to the podcast! This week Matt and Jonathan sit down to discuss how Anglicans govern the church. What is different about Anglican church governance from congregational-led or elder-led churches? Where do we Anglicans get the idea of the threefold order of ministry (bishop, priests, and deacons)? And what are the upsides and potential downsides to Anglican polity? Reach out to us at cranmerfellowship@gmail.com, or you can follow and DM us on Instagram @cranmerfellows. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-10-1842 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast25. The Prayer of Faith Will Save the One Who is SickThis week is a sermon from the Rev. Matt Kennedy on James 5:13-20. We pray that it will encourage you in your faith! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-09-2743 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast24. Justification and Good WorksThis week Matt walks us through Articles 11 (Justification by Faith) and 12 (Good Works) in the 39 Articles of Religion. Are you currently wrestling through how justification and good works fit together? Do you need help in how to explain to your church the distinction between justification and sanctification? We pray that this episode is both enlightening and encouraging for you! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-09-131h 02
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast23. Let Us Build Ourselves a City and a TowerThis week is a sermon by Matt Kennedy on Genesis 11:1-9. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-09-0638 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast22. Pastor, Preach on SinMatt and Jon are back together in the Zoom studio discussing a question that was sent to them: why should a pastor preach on sin to Christians?Don't we Christians already know we are sinners? Don't we already believe in the Gospel? Do we really need sermons that continue to highlight sin? Won't that make the congregation depressed - to hear every Sunday that they are sinners? If you are a pastor or a lay person, we pray that this episode will help you think through why the Scriptures make preaching on sin...
2023-08-3045 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast21. Original Sin and Free WillIn this week’s podcast we look at Articles 9 and 10 of the 39 Articles of Religion. Matt spends most of his time working through Article 9 - Of Original or Birth-Sin, and then ends on a discussion regarding the next article - Of Free Will. These are no small topics, and they tend to invite much debate in the church. These articles succinctly and confidently define the historical Anglican belief.We hope this episode is edifying and insightful for you. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-08-231h 04
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast20. The CreedsIn this episode we continue our walk through the 39 Articles by looking at Article 8: Of the Three Creeds.Do Christians today need creeds? Don't we just need our Bible? Isn't it too ritualistic to recite creeds in church? You can probably guess what we think...This is a recording of Good Shepherd's Christian Education hour. This particular study was led by Bishop Julian Dobbs of the Diocese of the Living Word. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-08-0934 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast19. Rural Ministry with The Rev. John Onstott[Be advised: the sound of the recording at first is a bit loud, but it levels out as it continues]This week, Jonathan is joined by The Rev. John Onstott who serves as the Rector of St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church in Kerrville, Texas. As pastors (or aspiring pastors) we can easily fall into the trap of thinking that the success of our ministry is connected to our Average Sunday Attendance. While numerical growth is a blessing from God, numbers cannot substitute for faithfulness on the part of us ministers. Success...
2023-08-021h 10
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast18. The Anglican Formularies with The Rev. Clayton HutchinsIn today’s podcast, Jonathan sits down with a friend and fellow minister in the Anglican Diocese of the Living Word, The Rev. Clayton Hutchins. Clayton serves as a vicar at Holy Cross Anglican Church and hosts a podcast with The Rev. Steven Wedgeworth, called the BCP Propers Podcast. Clayton and Steven discuss the Sunday proper readings appointed in the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, and you can find them on all major platforms.In this episode, we discuss Clayton’s denominational journey from Baptist, to Presbyterian, to Anglican. This discussion then forms our larg...
2023-07-261h 07
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast17. The Homilies with Dr. Lee GatissThe podcast is back, and we have a very special guest with us: the Revd Dr. Lee Gatiss.Lee is the director of Church Society, a lecturer, author, editor, and much more. One of his most recent projects was an edit of the First Book of Homilies into modern English. We are using Lee's edition in our Christian Education hour at Church of the Good Shepherd, so we thought it would be a good time to sit down with Lee and discuss what the homilies are, what use they have for pastors and...
2023-07-1958 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastAnnouncement: The Cranmer FellowshipWe are very excited to announce The Cranmer Fellowship at Church of the Good Shepherd in Binghamton, NY. Listen here for more info, or go to www.thecranmerfellowship.com. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-07-1802 minTalking TheologyPhilip Plyming - Why Did Paul Tell Stories of His Own Hardship and What Does That Mean for Us Today?What's striking about the Apostle Paul and the stories he shared? What was first-century Corinth really like, and what was the real problem with the Corinthian church? How was the cross the content of Paul's preaching but also the pattern of his living? And how might Paul's cross-shaped narrative about himself affect the way we tell our stories today?In today's episode we will be talking to Rev Canon Dr Philip Plyming. Philip is warden of Cranmer Hall, as well as the host of Talking Theology. His new book, Being Real: The Apostle Paul's Hardship Narratives and...
2023-07-0330 min
The Cranmer Fellows PodcastWe'll Be Right BackWe'll be off in June.We will return with new episodes in July! In Christ,The Cranmer Fellows Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-05-3101 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast16. He It Is That Bears Much FruitThis week's episode is a sermon by Matt given a couple weeks ago. The text is John 15:1-5. We pray that you are comforted and built up by the gospel!If you like this podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving us a review. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-05-2438 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast15. The Sufficiency of ScriptureThis week we are continuing our walk through of the 39 Articles. Today Matt works through:Article 6: Of the Sufficiency of the Holy Scriptures for SalvationArticle 7: Of the Old Testament Have you ever wondered what place the Apocrypha has and why, for Protestants, it is not considered Scripture? Or what about the Old Testament - specifically the Law... Should Christians still consider the Old Testament as God's word to them today? Matt covers all of these questions and many more. Get full access to...
2023-05-1755 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast14. Christ's Descent into Hell, the Resurrection, and the Holy SpiritIn today's episode we continue our walk through the 39 Articles of Religion. In this recording, Matt looks at the following Articles:Article 3: Of the Going Down of Christ into HellArticle 4: Of the Resurrection of ChristArticle 5: Of the Holy SpiritThere is a lot to take in here, but we pray that this episode helps you think through these very important theological topics. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-05-1054 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast13. The Future of AnglicanismIn this episode Matt talks about GAFCON (Global Anglican Future Conference), which just held its fourth gathering in Kigali, Rwanda. Whether you are an Anglican or not, the story of how and why GAFCON was born is the story of the church standing firm on Biblical truth and contending for the "faith once for all delivered to the saints" (Jude 3). This last gathering in Kigali has brought hope to many Christians, while also ruffling some feathers. In the wake of the Church of England's proposal for prayers of thanksgiving over same-sex unions (really the outcome of...
2023-05-0349 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast12. Our Method is to Preach the WordIn this episode, Jonathan is joined by Father Ife Ojetayo - Church of the Holy Trinity (Syracuse, NY). Ife shares his journey to pastoral ministry, his experience at Westminster Theological Seminary, and some of his joys and struggles in ministry. He and Jonathan also discuss the importance of preaching God's word as the method in which we make disciples. "What you win people with is what you win them to," as someone somewhere said at sometime. And it is true. We want to win people to Christ - so we preach Christ and only Christ... all...
2023-04-2652 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast10. How Liturgical Worship Shapes UsWe are back, and we have a long episode for you! Matt is on his way to the Global Anglican Futures Conference (GAFCON), so Jonathan is joined today by the Rev. Tyler VanFossen. Tyler is a deacon in the ACNA and teaches Humanities and Bible at a Classical Christian school in South Carolina. He and Jonathan catch up on the work he is doing down in SC and discuss the importance of liturgical worship. In this episode we explore:- how liturgical church refashioned both of our...
2023-04-121h 07
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast9. Sermon: For it is God Who Works in YouIn this episode Matt preaches on Philippians 2:12-13, "Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure."If you enjoy the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving us a review! You can also follow us on Instagram @cranmerfellows. Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-03-2941 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast8. Christian Education: The Divinity and Humanity of JesusHow is it that Jesus was both God and Man? Why did God have to take on flesh anyway? Was Jesus really forsaken by the Father on the cross? How does the Lord's Supper fit into all of this? Well, if you've asked these questions before, you're in luck - because that's exactly what we are talking about today. In this episode we are going back to Matt's teaching series on the 39 Articles, where he will be leading us through Article 2: Of the Word or Son of God, which was made very Man.
2023-03-2253 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast7. The English Reformation, Part 2Well, we hit a lot of stuff in this episode. Everything from the English Reformation, reformed theology, the regulative and normative principles of worship, imposing ashes on Ash Wednesday, how tied to the reformers we should be in our own thinking, and ChatGPT (of course). It's all connected though under our broader conversation of how the Anglican church came to be. We hope you glean some insight and encouragement from our conversation! Please consider subscribing to the pod and leaving us a review!Also, you can follow us on instagram @cranmerfellows. Stay up t...
2023-03-1557 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast6. Christian Education: The 39 ArticlesThis is a recording from a class Matt taught in 2021. In this class Matt introduces the 39 Articles of Religion - the doctrinal statement of the Anglican Church. In this episode Matt will walk us through the historical backdrop of the 39 Articles and dive into Article 1: On the Trinity. If you like this podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving us a review! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-03-081h 02
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast5. The English Reformation, Part 1In this episode, Matt and Jonathan discuss the foundations of the English Reformation. We hope you enjoy the podcast! If you do, please consider subscribing and leaving a review!You can also reach out to us via email at cranmerfellowship@gmail.com Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-03-0147 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast4. Sermon: Ash WednesdayThis is a sermon that Matt preached on Ash Wednesday in 2020. Whether you observe Ash Wednesday or not, and whether or not you believe the church should impose ashes on this day, the gospel is still preached here for weary sinners. We pray that this Ash Wednesday and Lent you will keep your eyes focused on Jesus Christ who bled and died for you. As always, if you have found this podcast at all interesting or helpful, please consider subscribing and leaving us a review! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at th...
2023-02-2242 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast3. What Are Pastors and Do We Need Them?This week Matt and Jonathan discuss what it means to be a pastor. In this episode they navigate topics such as:- What kind of man is the pastor supposed to be?- What does a pastor do all week?- What do some of the odd Anglican terms like "vicar," "rector," and "priest" mean?- Why, in Anglicanism, can only priests and bishops administer the Lord's Supper?- First steps to take for anyone thinking about entering into pastoral ministry, and much more!
2023-02-1544 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast2. What is Anglicanism?This is a long lost episode, dug up now for (we hope) your benefit. This is the first part of a discussion that Jonathan, Matt, and Tyler had a couple years back. In this episode we discuss how Church of the Good Shepherd began making pastoral training a priority, and we dive into some history of the Anglican church. If you found this episode helpful, please consider subscribing and leaving us a review! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-02-0828 min
The Cranmer Fellows Podcast1. Welcome to the Cranmer FellowsIn this episode, Jonathan and Matt discuss the pastorate, sermon writing, and how making the Sunday service welcoming is not the same as fashioning the entire service around the desires of the outsider. If you found this podcast helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review! Get full access to The Cranmer Fellows at thecranmerfellows.substack.com/subscribe
2023-02-0145 minTalking TheologyWill Foulger - What Does it Mean for the Church to be Present in Every Place?Why has place always mattered and why does it matter today? What's the difference between the parish system and the parish vocation? How are we called to love the different places where we have been placed by God? And why has the debate about the role of the parish become so polarised, and what's a better way forward?In today’s show we will be talking to Revd Dr Will Foulger. Will is the Director of Mission and Evangelism here at Cranmer Hall, and also the Director of the Centre for Church Planting, Theology, and Research. His ne...
2023-01-3031 minTalking TheologyElizabeth Hare - What Does The Old Testament Teach Us About Our Loneliness and How God Can Meet Us In It?What is loneliness and how does the Bible, and particularly the Old Testament, talk about it?How does the Old Testament's description connect with what we've learned about loneliness in the last 20 years?Why does God care about lonely humans and what does God do about it?How can Christians learn to live well with loneliness, and how can we be good friends in a world where people are lonely?In today’s show we are talking to Elizabeth Hare. Lizzie is a pastoral tutor lecturer in the Old Testament here at Cranmer Hall. She i...
2022-05-2331 minTalking TheologyGerard Charles - How Do We Live Faithfully in a Multi-Faith World?How did Jesus and the early Church engage with people of other faiths? What does the Christian idea of salvation look like in a multi-faith context? Why is being a better neighbour part of living out our Christian calling? How might the Christian mandate for justice challenge the Church’s in-action on discrimination and prejudice? Dr Gerard Charles spent 10 years working in China connected to a missionary society. He undertook doctoral research on the challenges of identity for Chinese Muslims. He now lecturers on cross-cultural ministry including at Cranmer Hall. For more info about Gerard see h...
2021-06-2131 minTalking TheologyIan Galloway - How Does the Gospel of John Invite Us into Friendship with God?What is it that's so special about the Gospel of John? How do the stories of people meeting Jesus get us to the heart of the Fourth Gospel? What does life as friends of Jesus really involve? And what hope does it offer us today?Ian Galloway is director of the Free Church Track at Cranmer Hall in St John's College, Durham University. He previously spent over 30 years planting and leading City Church in Newcastle, and authored a book, Called to be Friends: Unlocking the Heart of John's Gospel.For more information about Ian, see h...
2021-05-1031 minTalking TheologyMark Bonnington - How Does the Book of Acts Both Challenge and Inspire the Mission of the Church?Is the Book of Acts just the story of what happened then or what could also happen today? What does the book of Acts tell us about the gospel that really changed the world? What was so distinct in those early Christian communities? And why is it important for the book of Acts to challenge us today?Dr Mark Bonnington is the Senior Leader at King’s Church Durham and teaches on the book of Acts within the MA programme here at Cranmer Hall. For more information about Mark see here.
2021-03-1531 minTalking TheologyJenny Moberly - What might Dietrich Bonhoeffer have to contribute to ethical decision-making today?Who was Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and why is he still important? How can we think and make decisions ethically, and what was Bonhoeffer's unique contribution to this? Why does our character matter as much as our obedience? How can we do the right thing when we don't have a template? How does trust in God's mercy free us from the paralysing fear of making the wrong decision?Revd Dr Jennifer Moberly is a tutor at Cranmer Hall, and teaches ethics and Christian spirituality. More about Jenny can be found here.
2020-07-2032 minTalking TheologySamuel Tranter - How does a theology of hope help us live well today?What does it mean to hope for the kingdom of God? Is hope for the present, or for the future, or can it be both? What in the Bible helps us to have hope for the future without losing concern for the present? And in our challenging world, how does hope help us both lament and praise? Dr Samuel Tranter is is a visiting fellow at Cranmer Hall, John’s College and will be taking up the role of Director of Postgraduate Studies at Cranmer Hall from August. For more about Sam, click here.
2020-07-0627 minTalking TheologyJocelyn Bryan - What does Psychology have to do with Theology?How does storytelling help make sense of the stuff that happens? How does story and meaning connect with how we see ourselves? What is God's story, and how does it connect with our story?Why is being part of a church community good for our mental health? Jocelyn Bryan is the Academic Dean of Cranmer Hall, holds a doctorate in Psychology, and is also a Licensed Lay Minister in the Church of England. For more about Joss, please see here.
2020-01-0627 minTalking TheologyRuth Perrin - What does millennial faith look like?Who are the millennials? Why have some of them walked away from the faith, and why have some of them stayed? How do older Christian friends help to maintain youger people's faith? And why should the church talk about both faith and doubt?Ruth Perrin is a research fellow at St John College, Durham, one of the associate staff at King's Church, Durham, and an Associate Tutor within the Free Church Track at Cranmer Hall.For more about Ruth Perrin, see here.
2019-07-0834 minTalking TheologyNick Moore - What has the early church ever done for us?What is a faithful way of living in a culture where Christian faith is not the majority view? Are there any similarities between the early church and today's church that make the issues they work out of relevance to us? Can a world without Facebook, the internet, or Strictly have anything to say to us today? And what has a man called Justin got to contribute?Nick Moore is Director of the MA Programmes at Cranmer Hall.For more about Nick Moore, see here.
2019-05-2734 minTalking TheologyRichard Briggs - Is the God of the Old Testament a God of love?Can we really speak of the Old Testament God as a God of love? Why would a God of love speak about his law so much? And why does a God of love endorse violence, both from and towards his own people? And what does love mean anyway?Richard Briggs is Director of Biblical Studies at Cranmer Hall.For more about Richard Briggs, see here.
2019-05-1331 minTalking TheologyAndy Byers - Is John's Gospel anti-Jewish?What do we do when the Bible seems just plain offensive? In particular, what about John's Gospel, which many people have seen as anti-Jewish? If Jesus was a Jew, why does John record him speaking negatively about "the Jews"? Would John be surprised by how his Gospel has been used over the years? And in a divided world, what hope can John's Gospel bring to us today?Dr Andy (Andrew) Byers is a New Testament scholar, and Director of the Free Church Track at Cranmer Hall.For more about Andy Byers, see here.
2019-02-1829 minTalking TheologyKate Bruce - Why does theology need humour?What has comedy got to do with theology? What does the Bible have to say about laughter? What power does comedy have to convey truth about God and his world? Can God minister to us through humour? And how can comedy give us hope?Kate Bruce was formerly Deputy Warden at Cranmer Hall, and is now an RAF chaplain. She is the author of Igniting the Heart: Preaching and Imagination (SCM Press).
2019-02-0431 min