The Average Episcopalian

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  Ep. 47 - Just Your Average Bible Study: The Parables Edition 07.09.2026 1sa 9dk

  Peel that plastic wrap off of your Bibles, you BCP loyalists! It's time for an average Bible study, complete with big questions, vague conclusions, and more than a few laughs. In this episode, we discuss what it means to really "know" the Bible, and whether or not we feel like we know it. We dive into four different parables, those simple stories that Jesus used to avoid giving us a straight answer-- but that often leave us with an expanded understanding of God. On the agenda for today's discussion: debt forgiveness, covenants, wineskins, patches, money management, and of course: seeds. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 46 - Ascending the Mountain to Seek God (feat. Father Martin George) 03.08.2026 1sa 13dk

  It feels like there's never a water break when it comes to seeking God. The journey to find God and know God is endless and full of unknowns. Today, we've invited fellow seeker and choir enthusiast, Father Martin George, to help us ponder the ever-elusive question: "How do I find God?". Martin, who is a priest at Kate's church St. George's Anglican in Berlin, is a theology professor, world traveler, linguistics-lover, and outdoorsman whose life has taken him from Minnesota to Switzerland and from the Lutheran to the Anglican church. Together, we discuss the value of learning from other denominations, how we can find God in coffee hour, and why the best thing to say about God is often nothing at all. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 45 - Who's In Charge Here? Church Governance In All Its Glory 06.07.2026 1sa 15dk

  Consider this episode your approachable and mostly-accurate introductory course on governance in the Episcopal Church. You might be asking… "Why do churches need structure? Isn't structure the thing that makes religion toxic?" Perhaps, but perhaps not. Professors Annie & Kate laugh their way through the "what" and "why" of each level of oversight in the church, from bishops and conventions to vestry and wardens. We discuss the important roles that laypeople (us!) play in parish governance, why Episcopalians love committees so much, and the ultimate source of authority in the Episcopal Church. Our hope is that this episode gets you pumped to attend your next Annual Parish Meeting! Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 44 - Cleaning and Commuting: The Good News of Ordinary Time (feat. Rev. Jordan Griesbeck) 01.06.2026 1sa 18dk

  We have officially entered the liturgical season of "Ordinary Time", and we're wondering… does ordinary just mean boring? Our guest today, Rev. Jordan Griesbeck, claims to be just an ordinary priest descended from a long line of accountants, but his insights on this topic are anything but ordinary. In our conversation, we come to the shocking realization that we might love the liturgical calendar too much, we push back on society's expectation that we each strive to be extraordinary, and we reflect on why this overlooked season is so critical to our salvation and to living out our faith. As a bonus, this episode features the most epic, extended, insightful, hilarious, and non-rapid rapidfire segment of all time. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 43 - We Need a Sabbath Workshop 04.05.2026 1sa 6dk

  Remember the Sabbath, and keep it holy. This is perhaps one of the most overlooked of the 10 commandments in modern civilization, and that makes it worthy of  a deeper dive. Today, we are attempting to figure out how to make time for rest in a sea of full calendars and endless to-do lists. We remind ourselves that the Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath, and of the "why" behind this ancient ritual. We also discuss the traps of modern-day perspectives on rest, what activities are "allowed" on the Sabbath, and how to achieve inner peace in the Sam's Club parking lot. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 42 - It Is Right to Give Him Thanks and Praise 06.04.2026 1sa

  What is worship, and why do we do it? In today's episode we're dissecting the Episcopalian perspective of worship, including questions about sacrifices, reflections on adoration, and our own misconceptions and hesitations. In the end, worship is something that unifies us with God and with one another, and we hope this conversation inspires you to pursue that union with a lifted heart. Bonus: a lengthy tangent about church microphone systems. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 41 - Searching for God (And for Scientific Evidence) (feat. Rev. Ben Wyatt) 02.03.2026 1sa 7dk

  Three nerds walk into an Episcopal church… and begin to question whether or not science and religion are compatible. Is that how the joke goes? In this episode, we welcome fellow Episcopalian podcaster (and fellow nerd) Rev. Ben Wyatt to help us tackle our questions about science and Christianity. Ben's degrees in physics, religion, and counseling are put to the test as we grill him on dinosaurs, evolution, and Biblical fundamentalism. We ask questions like… Can I believe in dinosaurs and in Jesus? What is "truth", and how do we find it? How have scientific discoveries influenced the church throughout history? And is Eucharistic Prayer C scientifically accurate? If you're like us, you'll leave this episode feeling slightly less certain but certainly more curious. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 40 - BCP Prayers for The Collapse of Civilization 02.02.2026 59dk

  Sometimes we all need a reminder to choose prayer over despair. In today's episode, we're doing another review of 4 of our favorite prayers from the Book of Common Prayer. These prayers challenge us to be meek (watch out brats, it's Meek Summer 2026) and they remind us that even though it can feel like evil is winning, God sustains. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our webiste & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 39 - Epiphany: A Season for Stargazing and Transformation 05.01.2026 57dk

  Confession: we've never really paid that much attention to Epiphany. After the wonder and festivities of Advent and Christmas, this liturgical season can often get overlooked. But that changes today! In this very average discussion, we get back to our roots: "definition time"! We share what we know about the three wise men (it's not much), learn about Epiphany traditions (why chalk on the door?), and discuss the significance of the lectionary readings that connect these first few weeks of the year. We hope this episode inspires you to hang a paper star and get out your chalk! Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our webiste & shop for merch: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 38 - Grassroots Episcopalianism (feat. Father Drew Crowson) 01.12.2025 1sa 19dk

  He's backkkkkk! Father Drew Crowson, friend of the podcast, curate at St. Paul's Prosper, and up-and-coming church planter, has returned to teach us about evangelism-- or how to spread the Good News without getting embarrassed. We discuss why Episcopalians are scared of evangelism, good and bad forms of evangelism, and why we all still need to try anyway. Drew also shares his current reflections on the process of planting an Episcopal church, what it means to "die to self", and how to stay consistent and faithful to long-term goals for God. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our website: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 37 - Ask an Episcopalian: Listener Q&A, Part 3 03.11.2025 1sa 6dk

  It's time for another Listener Q&A! In this episode, we answer your wide-ranging questions that include topics like: when to cross yourself during a service, what Episcopal traditions we'd pass down to our theoretical children, our experience with purity culture, and how to ~officially~ become an Episcopalian. We love recording these episodes, so thanks for submitting your nosiest inquiries! Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our webiste: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 36 - We Ought Not to Rip Through the Lord's Prayer (feat. Patricia Mackey Stone) 06.10.2025 1sa 9dk

  We've all rushed through the Lord's Prayer. But should we be rushing? Our guest Pat Stone teaches classes across the country on the Lord's Prayer, and she is here to help us pause and consider what this prayer that Jesus gave us really means. We learned that each line of the prayer is simultaneously independent and communal, whether god really "leads us" into temptation, and why this prayer is a call to action at every turn. We were absolutely captivated by this conversation, and we hope you are too. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our webiste: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 35 - A Brief History of Some Cool Episcopalians 02.09.2025 1sa 9dk

  It's time for Anglican history class-- average version! Today's episode is an overview of some notable figures in Episcopal history that we think you should know. Our eccentric list includes Episcopalians with historical significance, who contributed to our theology, who spoke up for important issues, famous people, and even fictional people! We cover topics like the infamous "three-legged stool", the role of authority in religion, what historical events motivated the creation of the first BCP, and why we think Gandalf is Episcopalian. Can't get enough of the Average Episcopalian? Visit our webiste: theaverageepiscopalian.com Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter: averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 34 - Fellow Travelers on the Journey: The Road to Confirmation (feat. Janet Daniels & Susan Mailey) 05.08.2025 1sa 16dk

  Cozy up with your coffee for a conversation about confirmation, questioning, listening, and more with the women who sponsored us for our own confirmation! Susan Mailey (Kate's confirmation sponsor) and Janet Daniels (Annie's confirmation sponsor) are dear friends, sage mentors, and fellow Episcopalians with abundant wisdom to share. We had so much fun discussing the sacrament of confirmation and what it means for us travelers on the road of faith. We also reflect on why it's worthwhile to commit to community, the role of doubt in our journeys, and the profound power of a listening ear. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 33 - Lord, Hear Our (Intercessory) Prayer 07.07.2025 59dk

  The Prayers of the People are a staple in the Episcopalian service, but they're also reminiscent of a "Choose Your Own Adventure" book, with forms and collects abounding. We're here to discuss the many forms that intercessory prayer can take and why it matters to pray in unison for our world and for each other. We break down the structure of the prayers, discuss why we pray for government officials, share our personal favorite prayers, and entertain a riveting sidebar discussion on "intinction". Please excuse Annie's audio this episode, it was a little wonky for some reason! Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 32 - But Seriously, How Do I Love My Neighbor? 02.06.2025 1sa 15dk

  "You shall love your neighbor as yourself," Jesus said (Matthew 22:39). Okay… but how??? Who is my neighbor? What if they are really annoying? In today's episode, we're considering how to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our daily lives and in our neighborhoods. We propose tactical, tangible ways to turn "love" into action, share unsolicited opinions about service leaflets, reflect on how our lives should change when we know Jesus, and get on our soapbox about why you should have friends with whom you disagree. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 31 - All Things Seasonal and Liturgical, All Feast Days Great and Small 05.05.2025 1sa 5dk

  Liturgical Calendar 101 is in session. In this episode, we break down the seasons of the Episcopal church. We review the history of the liturgical calendar, discuss whether or not it's Biblical, reflect on how it connects us to humanity and to history, and share personal practices that help us engage more with the church seasons. Why do the altar dressings change colors? What is a lectionary? What's so holy about the passage of time? We hope this episode helps you answer these questions and more. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 30 - Finding Our Whole Selves in the Psalms (feat. Wendell Kimbrough) 07.04.2025 1sa 18dk

  Wendell Kimbrough, singer, songwriter, worship leader and friend, is here to teach us what the Psalms are really about. Christians have wrestled with this collection of poems and prayers throughout the ages. How can we find meaning in them today? Wendell went from arguing about Calvinism as a teen to leading Anglican worship services, where he learned to embrace the emotional side of spirituality. We discuss how psalms can help us untangle perfectionism, how to process psalms that call for violence, how to bring our whole selves to God, and why we should all write our own psalms. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 29 - This Yoke Is Not Easy And This Burden Is Not Light 03.03.2025 1sa 32dk

  Suffering is an inevitable element of the human condition, and often the existence of suffering drives humanity away from God. But today we're here to talk about what role God plays in our earthly pain. We cover a lot of ground… what it actually means to "let go and let God", whether or not bed rotting will cure your mental health, what we have learned from grief, the baffling nature of Christian joy, and why you should probably show up to the church function. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our new Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]
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  Ep. 28 - The Daily Office For Dummies Like Us 03.02.2025 1sa 12dk

  Let's be honest: practicing the Daily Office is not a habit that the Average Episcopalian upholds. But staying rooted in our faith with daily rituals is crucial to our spiritual growth. So crack open your BCP, everyone! It's time to get real about the Daily Office. In this episode, we reflect on the difference between discipline and obedience, walk through our own daily routines that connect us to God, and discuss ways to make the Daily Office more adaptable and approachable for other average working folk like ourselves.   Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our new Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: [email protected]