The Odious Traditionalist Anglican Podcast

Episoade

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  Purgatory and Whatnot 15.09.2026 32min

  In this episode, Father Ricky answers a listener's question about the Anglican and Lutheran perspectives on Purgatory. We also discuss local church customs and all kinds of whatnot. Enjoy!
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  Ditched Dispensationalism to Become an Anglican 06.09.2026 2h 6min

  This recording is from Father Ricky's YouTube Live interview on the Bennis the Menance Podcast.  From the episode description . . .  "We're sitting down with Father Ricky McCarl of Good Shepherd Anglican Church to continue a journey that has completely changed the way we think about church, theology, worship, and Christian tradition. For years, our Christian experience was heavily shaped by Calvary Chapel and dispensationalism. But after digging deeper into Scripture, church history, eschatology, and the development of Christian doctrine, we found ourselves questioning beliefs we once simply assumed were true. We eventually came to reject dispensationalism, including the theological framework surrounding the pre-tribulation rapture and the sharp distinction between Israel and the Church. But leaving one theological system creates another HUGE question: What comes next? That's where we are right now. Rather than immediately jumping into another denomination, we've been talking with Protestant pastors from different Christian traditions and trying to understand what they actually believe. Reformed. Presbyterian. Lutheran. Anglican. Baptist. Evangelical. Liturgical. Sacramental. What separates them? Which differences actually matter? And which tradition most faithfully represents Scripture and historic Christianity? Tonight we're exploring Anglicanism.  Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/E8qXKovdKGs?si=zUextTgaUd52qIDR
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  The Book of James 02.09.2026 40min

  In this episode Father Ricky discusses his sermon series from the Book of James.  Does James chapter 2 really teach salvation by works?  
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  The Future of Anglicanism 25.08.2026 33min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about the future of Anglicanism?  Plus, he remembers Bishop William ("Bill") Ilgenfritz, founding Bishop of Anglican Church in North America and the founding Bishop of the Missionary Diocese of All Saints.  
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  An Anglican Understanding of the Theology of Salvation 15.08.2026 36min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers the questions: -Are we saved by faith alone?   -Is water baptistm a work?   -What is Lordship Salvation?   -Do Anglicans belive in Eternal Security?   -What do the Church Father's say?     And more!
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  What do You Like About Other Protestant Denominations? 06.08.2026 34min

  In this episode, Father Ricky shares his favorite things about Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Presbyterians, and Anglicans. Plus, the fellas break down why Europe feels like one giant regulatory state.
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  The Amish 20.07.2026 43min

  Father Ricky knows a surprising amount about the Amish.  
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  Miserable Offenders 07.07.2026 42min

  In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss total depravity, marriage, and the Prayer of General Confession that reads, "But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us, miserable offenders".
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  What's in the name "Reformed Episcopal Church"? 23.06.2026 28min

  Father Ricky answers a question about whether the Reformed Episcopal Church (REC) should change its name. Plus, the guys discuss why corporations still celebrate Pride Month when the majority of their customers don't like it.
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  Freedom Within Anglicanism 14.06.2026 37min

  In this episode, Father Ricky and the fellas discuss the doctrines Anglicans should affirm versus those we are free to disagree on. For extra fun, they delve into the topic of Israel and the church.
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  Theology of Images 02.06.2026 37min

  Are images of Jesus a violation of the 2nd Commandment?  In this episode Father Ricky shares his theology of images.  Plus, he shares a couple scary stories from his days working in a funeral home.
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  Is Seminary Worth It? 24.05.2026 29min

  Father Ricky talks about the three Anglican seminaries approved by the ACNA.  Is seminary worth it, and what is his advice to young men considering the priesthood?    Note: We know a way to get your Master of Divinity degree tuition-free at the Reformed Episcopal Seminary! 
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  The Canon of Scripture 16.05.2026 36min

  Did the church give us the Bible as the Roman Catholics claim?  And what do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha?  Hear Father Ricky's answers to these questions plus his response to easily-offended liberals who complain about his social media comments.  
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  Sacramental Validity 12.05.2026 31min

  What is sacramental intention and what makes a sacrament like baptism valid?  Father Ricky will explain all this, plus how God makes provision for our doubts and mistakes. 
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  What Does Father Ricky Think About Aliens? 30.04.2026 37min

  Leaders in the US government are intimating that UFOs are real and the public deserves to know the truth.  Is the church prepared to give an answer for extraterrestrial life?  
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  Does Jesus Listen to Prayers of Those Who Wage War? 23.04.2026 38min

  In this episode Father Ricky responds to Pope Leo's Palm Sunday message, in which he said, "Jesus does not listen to prayers of those who wage war".   What about Moses, Joshua, Samson, Gideon, Saul, David, Elijah, and everyone else in the Bible?   And what does it mean to be a peacemaker?
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  Christian Nationalism 15.04.2026 45min

  In this epiosde you will hear why Father Ricky does not call himself a "Christian Nationalist".  Can a nation really be Christian? 
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  Women's Ordination 06.04.2026 32min

  In this episode, Father Ricky discusses the Biblical argument against women's ordination to the priesthood.  What will become of the Church of England -which just ordained the first female archbishop to the See of Canturbry?
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  New England Congregationalists 23.03.2026 28min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about New England Congregationalism as founded by Puritans.  Plus, Trevor explains how the Puritans turned into modern day progressives.   
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  Eastern Orthodoxy 17.03.2026 33min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers the question, "what is your opinion on the Eastern Orthodox Church?".  Plus you will hear some Ricky rants about cage stage ortho bros, tearing down Civil War monuments; historical grudges, and the woke movie 'Conclave'.   Enjoy!