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A Bridge Between"A Bridge Between Episode #136 "Knock And It Will Be Opened". (7th Sun after Pentecost: 7-27-25)In this episode, Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex talk about Fr. Dave's recent cross-country adventure with his son, how the Our Father orients our spiritual posture towards what God loves and values, and how trusting in God means trusting in God's track record.2025-07-2126 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #126 "Along the Way": 5th Sunday of Lent (5-18-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss what the collect of the day means when it say that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, how glad Fr. Alex is to be back on this side of the pond, and why we are called to follow Jesus along the way of this earthly pilgrimage.2025-05-1229 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #125: "My Sheep Hear My Voice" (4th Sunday of Easter: 5-11-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how the Holy Spirit calls us to hear Jesus' voice, what it means that we need to opt-in for God and how God never stops calling.2025-05-0528 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #124: "Do You Love Me" (3rd Sunday of Easter-5-4-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how Jesus handles reconciliation, why we sometimes retreat back to what's comfortable when we are hurt, and how our sense of call is never lost.2025-04-2830 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #123: "My Lord and My God" (2nd Sunday after Easter - 4-27-25)In this after Easter episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss what people get wrong about the story of 'Doubting Thomas' , why the opposite of faith is fear not doubt, and how God is found after the mountaintop experiences.2025-04-2230 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #122: "The Holiest Week" :Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter (2025)In this special Holy Week Episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex share their sermons for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter so that preachers can prepare without anxiety and those who preaching with their lives can live into the story of Holy Week.2025-04-1439 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #121: "Into the Story" (Palm Sunday) 4-13-25In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex lament that so many people will be celebrating Easter without actually celebrating Easter by sharing in the joy of the resurrection. They also discuss how the Church can pierce the bubble that so many people live in that shields them from the reality of the spiritual life.2025-04-0832 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #120: "A River in the Desert": 4-6-25 (5th Sunday in Lent)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex explore the meaning behind Isaiah's prophecy, what it means that God is doing a new thing, and what it means for each of us individually.2025-03-3130 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #119: "A New Creation" - 3-30-25 (4th Sunday in Lent)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the meaning of the Corinthians passage for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Fr. Alex prepares to be cynical, and Fr. Dave gets to have a little Greek fun with the term "new creation"2025-03-2430 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #118: "Gather Our Prayers" - 3-23-25 (2nd Sunday in Lent)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex focus on the Collect (prayer that accompanies the readings each week in the Episcopal lectionary), why the language may sometimes be confusing or out of date, and ultimately why gathering our prayers together is a key part of the liturgy.2025-03-1729 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #115: "The Face of Jesus" (Feast of the Transfiguration) - 3-2-25In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex get excited about the Feast of the Transfiguration, what it means that this story appears in the three synoptic gospels, and how our faces are our best tools for evangelism.2025-02-2430 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #114: "Love Your Enemies" (2-23-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex talk about this hard command from Jesus to love our enemies, what it means to turn the other cheek, and how love can transform our enemies, us, and the world.2025-02-1829 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #113: "Christ Has Been Raised..." (2-16-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the centrality of the resurrection to the Christian faith, how Paul tries to prove a point through the use of logic, and why having faith means putting our faith that Jesus is who he says he is.2025-02-1031 minA Bridge BetweenA bridge Between Episode #112 - "Cast the Nets" (February 9th, 2025)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex plug their new Lenten series "Bridging Lent and Easter", what the net stands for in the story of the call of Peter, and what it means to reach out to people today.2025-02-0430 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #111 - "Presented to God" - 2-3-25 (The Presentation in the TempleIn this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the ritual of Jesus' presentation in the temple in Jerusalem, what it means for us to have similar rituals of welcoming, and how each of us should be praying about how we present ourselves to God and Jesus to the world.2025-01-2729 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #110 - The Body of Christ: 1-26-25In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians, why a pink toe is so expensive, and how we shouldn't be envious of the spiritual gifts of others.2025-01-2128 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #109 - "Wedding at Cana" - 1-19-25In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss Jesus' first miracle at the wedding at cana in galilee, why it's important he listened to his mother, and how Jesus should be invited into the moments of our lives.2025-01-1326 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #108 - "Baptized in Water" : 1--12-25 (Feast of the Baptism of our Lord.In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the meaning of both Jesus Christ's baptism and how it sets the precedent for our own. They also discuss why our baptism should become something upon which we reflect daily.2025-01-0628 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #107: "What Is Your Gift?" (1-5-25)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the merits of keeping the 2nd Sunday after Christmas and the Feast of the Epiphany separate, Fr. Dave actually makes more than one movie reference, and Fr. Alex shares his experience of getting gifts from the 3 Kings.2025-01-0129 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #106 - "The Light Shines in the Darkness" (12-29-24)In this episode the Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex get you ready for the First Sunday after Christmas, discuss the introduction to the Gospel of John, and why Christ can overcome any darkness in the world.2024-12-2529 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between #105: "Proclaim the Miracle" (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)In this Christmas episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the importance of keeping the Christmas sermon simple. By the time the feast of the incarnation arrives congregants and clergy are usually tired from all the planning and preparations and just need to absorb the moment.2024-12-2225 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #104 - My Soul Magnifies the Lord" (12-22-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex close out their preaching on the season of Advent, discuss what it means when God sends us the proof we need of a that miracles are possible, and absolutely do not talk about Seahawks football.2024-12-1726 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #103 - Spiritual & Religious? (12-15-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex continue bridging the season of advent by discussing the reading from the Gospel of Luke and the account of John the Baptist calling persons to repentance. They also debate the relationship between religion, spirituality, and piety.2024-12-1030 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #100 - Christ Our King (Christ the King Sunday 11-24-2024)In this special 100th episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex record as the clergy retreat in the Diocese of SW Florida gets ready to start. They also focus on the important holy day of Christ the King and reflect on 100 episodes.2024-11-2018 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #99 - "Read, Mark, Learn, and Inwardly Digest" (Nov 17th, 2024)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how to preach the collect of the day, the role of the Sacred Scriptures in our daily life, and how it feels to be close to 100 episodes.2024-11-1328 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #98: "All She Gave" - (11-10-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex expand their conversation to include a discussion on exegesis, share their thoughts on stewardship texts have been used in the past, and encourage people to place themselves in the story.2024-11-0628 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #97 - "Making All Things New" (11-3-24, All Saints)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex spend some time discussing the feast of All Saints, how you probably shouldn't be reading the Revelation to John alone, and what it means that God is making all things new.2024-10-3029 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #96 - Blind Spots (10-27-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how hurricane is a real thing, why the healing of Blind Bartimaeus requires more study, and how we all have our blind spots.2024-10-2329 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #95 - "After the Storm" (10-20-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the aftermath of yet another hurricane, why true healing after the storm will take time, and how this Sunday's gospel reading reminds us that following Jesus is not about seeking power but rather seeking to serve.2024-10-1627 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #94: "I Cry Out To You O Lord" - (10-13-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex lament that another hurricane is coming, breakdown Psalm 22 and its meaning for us today, and encourage preachers who are struggling with preaching after a disaster.2024-10-0829 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #93 - "Why God" (10-6-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex share their thoughts and prayers for those affected by Hurricane Helene, discuss what it means to preach after a disaster and why the book of Job should teach us that when we are tempted to ask "Why God?" we should practice the spiritual discipline of asking God "How Can I?, : "How Can I Serve?" and "How Can I Help?"2024-10-0124 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #92 "Stumbling Block" (9-29-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex try not to talk about the NFL (Go Seahawks!) and why it's important for us to consider what we need to let go of in order to hold onto Jesus.2024-09-2530 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #A91: Draw Near to God (9-22-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex continue their discussion on the letter of James, discuss what it means for a Christian to submit, and finally that we should flee from evil and draw near to God.2024-09-1829 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 90: "Tame the Tongue" - (9-15-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex continue their discussion on the Epistle of James, decide not to share the worst things they've said to someone as an insult, and pray decide that it's better to build people up than knock them down.2024-09-1128 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 89: Faith and Works (9-8-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex breakdown the the discussion about faith vs works and why they are both important in the life of every Christian.2024-09-0228 minA Bridge BetweenA bridge Between Episode 88: "Not Only Our Hands" (9-1-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss he difference between the essence which is permanent and spiritual vs the existence which is temporary and how it is what comes out of us that defiles us.2024-08-2828 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 87: "Hard Sayings" (8-25-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the meaning behind the hard saying of Jesus that we must eat his flesh and drink his blood.2024-08-2030 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 86 - "Bread of Life" (8-18-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the experience of the Eucharist and how even though we don't necessarily know or understand how Jesus comes to us in the Eucharistic bread what matters is that we believe his promise to be there.2024-08-1429 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 85 - "Like Watchmen for the Morning" (8-11-24)In this special Tropical Storm Debby episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how clergy are called to make tough choices when it comes to preparing for a storm, how Psalm 130 speaks to our desire for God to hear our cries, and how as Christians those promises of God hearing us have been fulfilled.2024-08-0731 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 84 - Speaking the Truth in Love (8-4-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex explore what St. Paul meant when he told the Church in Ephesus to "speak the truth in love", with a special emphasis on what is truth and what is love.2024-07-3129 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 85 - "Watch Your Step" (7-28-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the story of David and Bathsheba, why it's easy to fall into sin, and why the fact that God is always watching isn't a bad thing.2024-07-2529 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 84 - "Push Pause" (7-21-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the importance putting down our devices, stepping away from the noise of the world and pushing pause with God.2024-07-1726 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 83 - "Who Can Enter?" (7-14-24)In this extra sunny episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex compare the psalms they will be preaching on this Sunday. They tackle the question of what it means to be holy and who can enter into God's presence?2024-07-1030 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 82 - "My Grace Is Enough" - (7-7-24)In this episode we welcome Fr. Dave back from his vacation. Fr. Alex wants to know where his tan is. Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss what it meant for St. Paul that God's grace was sufficient and tackle some tough questions on the consecration of the elements during Holy Communion.2024-07-0229 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 80 - "A New Creation" (6-16-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss St. Paul's response criticism, how the summer is changing the daily schedule and what it means to be a new creation.2024-06-1128 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 79 - "Tying Up The Strong Man" (6-9-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how Jesus came to bind Satan and free us from sin, and what it means to be a brother or sister in Christ.2024-06-0428 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 77: "How Can These Things Be?"In this special Trinity Sunday edition, Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the mystery of the trinity, try to limit their journey into heresy and fail miserably!2024-05-2130 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 76 - "Purifying Fire"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss their preparations for the Feast of Pentecost, how God makes uses fire to transform, and how the Holy Spirit seeks to burn away all that's not God.2024-05-1525 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 75: "Happy Are Those" - (5-12-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the meaning of Psalm 1, what it means to blessed, and how happiness comes from God and serving him.2024-05-0826 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 74: "As I Have Loved You" (5-5-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex share a soapbox on the nature of God's love and how as Christians we must be willing to challenge people to accept the transforming power of God's love instead of remaining where we are.2024-05-0125 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 73: "Abiding in Jesus" (4-21-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex try to overcome some technical issues to discuss what it means to abide in Jesus and persevere in faith.2024-04-2422 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 72 - "The Good Shepherd" (4-21-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex share their thoughts on why Jesus chose the image of the Good Shepherd, what it means for the Church and how we are called to submit to Christ before we shepherd others.2024-04-1726 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 71: "Look closely" - (4-14-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss Fr. Alex's new digs as he takes on a new parish, what it means that Jesus had a bodily resurrection, and that we need to look closely to Jesus even to this day in order to perceive him.2024-04-1024 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 70: Faith over Fear (4-7-24)In this after Easter Sunday episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex explore the trauma experienced by the disciples, how Jesus calls us all to faith over fear, and how Dave finally got his Easter candy.2024-04-0825 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 69: Just Tell The Story (3-31-24)Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex talk about the challenges of preaching on Easter to a diverse audience, how Easter always fall on a Sunday, and why the resurrection never gets old.2024-03-2729 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 68: "Humble Thyself" (Palm Sunday)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the preparations for Holy Week and how the passion of Jesus Christ is the ultimate expression of his humility.2024-03-1928 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 67 " How do we serve Jesus" (3-17-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex get a rare chance to share a camera and mic as they record during the Diocesan College of Presbyters. They share their thoughts on what it means to follow and serve Jesus in light of rejecting what it means to love or lose our life.2024-03-1319 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between 66: "The Sign of Jesus" - (3-10-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the meaning of Jesus as a sign and what kind of sign he is to us.2024-03-0527 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 65 - "Breaking Down Barriers" (3-3-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the gospel story of where Jesus chases out the money changers, what are the barriers people are facing today as they desire to encounter God in the Church, and why worship can have a steep learning curve.2024-02-2829 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 64 - Carry Your Cross (2-24-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex ponder the question of what Jesus meant when he said that to follow him we must pick up our cross. They also chat about the recent super bowl ad from the "He Gets Us" group.2024-02-2129 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 63 - "How do I have a Holy Lent?In this first episode of the Lenten season Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex examine and meditate on a portion of Psalm 25 to answer the question of how one lives into call for a Holy Lent?2024-02-1427 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 62 - "How Do I Share the Gospel?"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the reading from 2nd Corinthians and how we can only share the Jesus we know. They also contemplate what it means to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ today.2024-02-0728 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 61 - "Let Us Go On..."In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex refocus their podcast efforts by asking a question: "Why did Jesus have to leave at times in his ministry?" They also reflect on what the mission of the Church really is.2024-01-3126 minA Bridge BetweenA bridge Between Episode 60: "And with authority!" (1-28-24)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the common thread of authority as found in this week's lectionary readings, what it means to exercise authority as clergy, and why context in preaching matters.2024-01-2429 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 59 - "Called in the Everyday" (1-14-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex do some late night recording, discuss the story of Jonah, and remind one another how God's call to us is personal and unique.2024-01-1729 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 58 - "Here I Am"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex talk about the season of Epiphany, what it means to be the light in the world, and who exactly was calling the prophet Samuel as a young boy.2024-01-1029 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 56 - "Merry Christmas" - (12-25-23)In this part of 2 of the special 2 part episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the feast of the nativity and the meaning behind their favorite Christmas movies.2023-12-2719 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 55 - "To Be Continued..." - (12-24-23)In the chaotic first of this two part episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the strange reality of having the 4th Sunday of Advent on the same day as Christmas Eve, how exactly was the Virgin Mary a virgin, and why the coming Christmas story is one that continues to the end of time.2023-12-1921 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 54 - Give Thanks!"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex tackle the reality of practicing advent in a world that's ready to move on from Christmas and what it means to give thanks in all circumstances, especially when Christmas is not perfect.2023-12-1225 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode #53 - "Tangled Advent"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex try to untangle all the reasons for advent, what exactly we are waiting for, why bridging the cultural divide between the church's desire to celebrate advent and the reality of Christmas being ever-present in society may lead to a brand new advent album.2023-12-0625 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 52: "On Your Mark!" (12-3-23)Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex begin a new season of their podcast as they introduce the season of advent and a new liturgical year. They discuss what it means to experience new growth, the coming of Jesus Christ, and his coming again in glory.2023-11-2929 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 51: "Separate the Sheep from the Goats" (11-26-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex reveal what they are thankful for, what they think Jesus means when he talks about separating the sheep from the goats and look ahead to season 2 of the podcast.2023-11-2229 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 50 - " Read, Mark, Learn, and Inwardly DigestIn this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex reflect on their favorite collect from the prayer book, how Paul calms the anxious Christians in Thessalonica, and how the bat signal is a comfort to everyone but criminals.2023-11-1526 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 49 - "Choose Today..." (11-12-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the reading from Joshua, what it means that God will not carry our sin, and how each of us has to choose whom we will serve.2023-11-0828 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 48 - "They Tie Heavy Burdens" (11/5/23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the gospel reading you probably won't hear this Sunday about Jesus admonishing the Pharisees for tying heavy religious burdens on the people as well as the need to see the difference between religion that brings us closer to God and that which takes us further away. 2023-10-3129 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 47: The Greatest Commandment (Matt 22:34-40)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex return to their discussion on the gospel. They debate if it's possible to command love and why Jesus was quoting Leviticus.2023-10-2527 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 46: "How Do I Pray?"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex continue their discussion on prayer by sharing various methods and approaches to praying. The most important method of prayer is always practicing conversing with God.2023-10-1725 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 44: "Do We Pray to Saints?"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex continue to talk about prayer. They answer a viewer question: "Do Christians pray to saints or with saints?".2023-10-0427 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 43: "What is Prayer?"Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex start a new series discussing spiritual disciplines and the basics of the Christian life. In this episode they start by asking one of the common questions they hear: "What is prayer?" At its heart, prayer is communication with God that helps builds relationship with God.2023-09-2721 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 41: "Why Do You Pass Judgment?" (9-17-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss why we should avoid judgment this Thanksgiving, why it feels like raisins are everywhere, and how the Church knows that God made all foods clean.2023-09-1325 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Episode 41: "Put on Jesus" (9-10-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss St. Paul's thoughts on what it means to be like Jesus, how your neighbor is everyone, and how Fr. Dave hasn't seen that movie and Fr. Alex hasn't read that book.2023-09-0624 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 40: "On Holy Ground" - (9-3-23)Special hurricane edition. In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss their preparations for Hurricane Idalia, what exactly was inside the burning bush, and what it means to be the light of the world.2023-08-3031 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 39 - "Present Your Bodies..." (8-27-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex go off the deep end with their Greek, discuss what it means to have a body, and what the body has to do with worship.2023-08-2326 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 38: "We Do Not Presume" - (8-20-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex talk about the importance of guarding our words, why we should never presume that we are worthy, and how you can support those suffering from the fires in Hawaii. https://mauifoodbank.org2023-08-1621 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 37 - "Why Did You Doubt?" (8-13-23In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex reflect on doubt, why it's so hard to walk on water, and why you should always ask permission before going aboard a boat.2023-08-0923 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 36 - "No Small Gifts" (8-6-23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how the feeding of the five thousand reveals how a grieving Jesus uses the gifts near him, how there are no small gifts, and how the church is full of burned out people.2023-08-0227 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 35 - "The Kingdom of God"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex try their best to define the kingdom of God, why the kingdom belongs to those who desire it greatly, and give thanks for Fr. Dave's recovery.2023-07-2627 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 34 - "Wheat and WeedsIn this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss the parable of the wheat and the weeds, what it means to be a child of God and how there is distance in their friendship.2023-07-1926 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 33 - "Sowing Seeds" (7/16/23)In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how Jesus used parables to teach and how the cares of the world and the desire for wealth can choke the growth of God's kingdom in our hearts.2023-07-1229 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 32: "My Yoke Is Easy"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss what Jesus meant when he said that his yoke was easy and how their parishes are celebrating the 4th of July,2023-07-0527 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between 31 "Welcome Me"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss how you always have to watch out for those short gospel passages, the importance of hospitality, and giving thanks for phones that stay upright.2023-06-2827 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 40 - "I come with a sword"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex have the rare disagreement, an unexpected commercial break, and discuss the virtue of placing God first in our relationships.2023-06-2135 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 29 - "The Harvest is Plentiful"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex reflect on the need for laborers for the harvest, how the season after Pentecost is the green season of growth, and what's holding us back from serving as we should.2023-06-1426 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 28 - "Jesus is Calling"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss what it means that Jesus has come to call sinners and not the righteous, why the Pharisees miss the point, and the importance of posting regular videos. 2023-06-0727 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 27 - "Father, Son, and Holy Spirit"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex debate the importance of Trinity Sunday, try to explain the mystery of God who lives in relationship why heaven will have dancing.2023-05-3130 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 26 - "Come Holy Spirit!"By the far the most mystical episode of this podcast ever! Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss experiences with the Holy Spirit throughout their lives and reflect on the importance of Pentecost.2023-05-2433 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 25 - "The Ascension of Jesus Christ"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr Alex discuss the importance of the Feast of the Ascension, why Jesus had to leave so that he could be with us all, and Jellybean comes for a visit.2023-05-1722 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 24 - "If You Love Me"In this episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss if Jesus' love is really unconditional and what it means to receive the truth of the Spirit.2023-05-1029 minA Bridge BetweenA Bridge Between Episode 23 - "I am the way, the truth, and the life."In the episode some rare and meaningful disagreement from Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex and why the how of evangelism is just as important as the why.2023-05-0328 minA Bridge BetweenEpisode 22- In Jesus NameIn this weeks episode Fr. Dave and Fr. Alex discuss one of the first recorded miracles by the disciples after Jesus Christ's Ascencion and why there is still power today in Jesus' name.2023-04-2518 min