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All things…Episcopal

by The Diocese of West Missouri & The Diocese of Kansas

Welcome to All things… Episcopal where we talk about anything and everything related to the Episcopal church. This podcast was designed with young people ages 18-39 in mind and a place to learn more about The Christian faith with the Episcopal lens.

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Episodes

  1. A Very (Almost) Episcopate Conversation: Candidates for the XI Bishop of Kansas

    Show Notes: In this episode we interview each candidate for the 11th Bishop of Kansas one-by-one, asking some key questions about their experience with youth and young adult ministries and vision for these ministries in the Diocese of Kansas. About the Hosts The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is...

  2. Faith in the Wilderness:The Ministry of Camp Chaplaincy

    In this episode of All Things Episcopal, we dive into the unique world of Episcopal summer camp and the ministry of camp chaplaincy. Join Mtr. Clare, Mtr. Karen, Mtr. Casey, and Fr. Andrew as they share stories from Episcopal Summer Mega Camp, reflect on the sacred work of faith formation, and...

  3. Pride, Belonging & the Episcopal Church

    In this episode…we’re talking about Pride Month, young adults, and the life of the Episcopal Church—especially how we understand belonging, dignity, and love. While we have talked about inclusion of the LGBTQIA+ community before, we are talking more specifically about why so many dioceses, but...

  4. Liturgical Fashion 101: Episcopal Vestments

    Show Notes: In this episode… We are talking about All Things…Episcopal liturgical fashion aka, the vestments we wear and why we wear them. We are talking about the fancy poncho that the priest wears, why do people wear what looks like a floor length black dress, and why are these clothes that the...

  5. Church Leader Transitions with The Rev. Benedict Varnum

    This episode features The Reverend Benedict Varnum sharing insights on church transitions, clergy placement, and the emotional dynamics involved. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the process, practical advice, and spiritual reflections for clergy and congregations navigating change. About…

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  6. A Very Episcopate Conversation: Rt. Rev. Craig Loya, X Bishop of Minnesota

    In this episode… This week, we’re chatting with The Rt. Rev. Craig Loya (he/him) is the tenth bishop of the Diocese of Minnesota. We chat about discipleship, faithful innovation, and how his time as a Campus Minister shapes how he ministers as a bishop. About the Hosts The Rev. Clare…

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  7. Holy and Human: Hannah C. and Kayleigh M.

    In this episode, hosts Karen and Claire engage with guests Hannah and Kayleigh, both students at the University of Kansas, to explore their personal faith journeys within the Episcopal Church. They discuss their connections to the church, the evolution of their faith, and the importance of...

  8. The Beautiful Eucharist

    In this episode…we are joined by the Rev. Katie Knoll Lenon to talk about the beauty, mystery, and meaning shared each week in the Eucharistic liturgy, the holy communion, the divine liturgy, the Lord’s supper, the mass. About the Hosts The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult…

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  9. Holy and Human: Alex B. and Kelsey P.

    In this episode… This week, we’re chatting with two K-State students who grew up in the Church and actually love it. They open up about what keeps them coming back — from the rhythm and peace of the Holy Eucharist to how the liturgy hits differently now that they’re navigating college life. Tune…

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  10. Heaven & Hell: No Easy Answers

    In this episode… In this episode, Clare, Kelsey Phillips and Riley Brown dive into one of the oldest — and most misunderstood — topics in Christian theology: heaven and hell. Together, with Mtr. Kelly Demo, they unpack what the Episcopal Church teaches (and doesn’t teach) about the afterlife,...

  11. Holy And Human: Stories from Young Adults in the Pews - Riley Brown

    In this episode… We talk about a new segment of the All Things…Episcopal Podcast, the new Young Adult Missioner of the Diocese of West Missouri and how young adults sustain their faith in times of uncertainty. About the Hosts The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus…

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  12. Bonus Episode: God’s Time ≠ Your Planner: Telling Liturgical Time

    In this episode, Fr. Ryan Williams is joined by Mtr. Katherine Mansfield and they talk about how the church tells time, something that is very important in the Episcopal church and several denominations. We unpack: ● Linear time vs. spiral time—yes, we’re getting a little philosophical ● Why...

  13. Bonus Episode: ATE in the Wild: Love from Episcopal Summer Mega Camp

    In this episode, we dive into the winding path from Episcopal summer camps to college campus ministries with guests who’ve lived the journey. From first-time campers to seasoned student leaders, they share how early nudges (or outright shoves!) into camp life planted seeds of faith, community…

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  14. Bonus Episode: Saved from What? Saved for What?: Grace and Salvation in the Episcopal Church

    In this episode… In this episode, we’re breaking down two churchy words that carry a lot of weight: grace and salvation. What do they really mean—and more importantly, what do they mean for your actual, everyday life? We explore these big ideas through the Episcopal lens, where grace is God's...

  15. A Very Episcopate Conversation: Introducing the newest bishop in the Episcopal Church, Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of W. MO

    In this episode… we have a fun, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation with the newest bishop in the Episcopal Church — The Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of Western Missouri! We dive into Bishop Amy’s incredible call story, her passion for ministry with children and youth, and her…

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  16. The Three Days: A Journey Through the Triduum

    In this episode...We dive into the heart of Holy Week and explore the most sacred stretch of time in the Episcopal Church’s liturgical calendar: the Triduum—those powerful three days that carry us from Maundy Thursday through Good Friday to Holy Saturday. We talk about what these days mean, why...

  17. Welcoming the Stranger: Immigration and Migration

    In this episode… We talk about Immigration and Migration and how it is impacting folks socially and spiritually. We hear from two young adults, one from the Diocese of W. Missouri and one from the Diocese of Kansas. We are also joined by the Reverend Mtr. Sarah Shipman (Diocese of Kansas) who…

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  18. Who am I? Vocation and Discernment

    In this episode... We talk about vocation and discernment and how each of us are called to take time to reflect on what God is calling us to each become and the gifts and skills that come with who God dreams of us becoming and how we are to share that with the Body of Christ and the broader...

  19. The Lion, the Wizard, and the Microphone

    In this episode... we talk about Christian themes in popular fiction, specifically Harry Potter and Chronicles of Narnia. Nerd out with us as we talk about some of our favorite books and how they can highlights elements of the Gospel! About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of…

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  20. Why Faith, Why Church

    In this episode… We talk about why young adults claim a Christian identity, what love and struggles they have with the Episcopal Church, what they long for in their spiritual lives, and how the scare “E” word (Evangelism) is actually a blessing and gift to them and the church. About the Hosts…

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  21. New season, New Partnership

    In this episode... We talk about a new partnership with the Diocese of Kansas, farewell to some co-hosts and introduce some new co-hosts. We also debate whether or not incense is helpful or a distraction in worship, we talk about the joys of pet and our favorite times within the liturgical year....

  22. Faithful Resolutions

    In this episode… we talk about resolutions, policies, and stances of the Episcopal Church and more specifically the Diocese of W. Missouri has surrounding Women’s Reproductive Health, gun safety and gun reform, and while we have addressed this in a previous episode, inclusion of members of the...

  23. A Very Episcopate Conversation- Creation Care with Bishop Cathleen

    In this episode… we talk about Creation Care. This is a well talked about topic in the Episcopal Church as we are called to be good stewards of God’s creation. For this conversation we are joined by Rt. Rev. Cathleen Bascom, 10th Bishop of Kansas and Riley Demo, a young adult who is a graduate...

  24. Humbled by Death Pt. 2

    In this episode… we continue with the tender and complex topic of death. Sarah Lagergren (laity) is in conversation with us about what it is like to be a young adult, pediatric cardiac advanced practice registered nurse, a mom, and spouse, how she holds the tension of healing and heartbreak, how...

  25. Humbled by Death Pt. 1

    In this episode… In this episode we touch on a tender topic that impacts all of us, death. Fr. James Yazell is in conversation with us. We talk about God’s promises when we and our loved ones pass, the Pastoral Offices, specifically we talk about Ministration at the Time of Death and the Burial…

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  26. The Great Divorce…But Not Really: Church History

    In this episode… we are in conversation with The Rev. Dr. Dan Joslyn-Siemiatkoski for an Ask Me Anything episode on Church History. We tackle all the things about the schisms of the early Church, unity over uniformity, and the most scandalous questions that is often asked about the start of the...

  27. The Power of the Diaconate

    In this episode… we invite two vocational deacons (their permanent ordained calling vs. a transitional deacon who later goes on to the priesthood) to join us. They talk about the role and function of a vocational deacon, their call story, and how they each live out their calling in very different...

  28. Three Dudes Talk About the Boss Lady

    In this episode… we unpack the meaning of the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVM) or as we here at All Things…Episcopal like to say, The Boss Lady. Fr. David Kendrick talks about how for some Episcopalians they find a meaning in having a devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and how scripture informs a...

  29. Yes, Episcopalians read Holy Scripture

    In this episode… we unpack the question, do Episcopalians actually read Scripture? We are joined by the Very Reverend Dr. Andy Keyse for this conversation. We talk about how Episcopalians view Holy Scripture and is there a way to faithfully study and understand them. We also discuss the…

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  30. It’s the Great Eucharist Charlie Brown! Pt. 2

    In this episode… we continue our talk about the sacrament of Holy Communion and the Episcopal doctrine of the Eucharist, “Episco-ettique” as Fr. David calls it, when we receive the consecrated elements and the pastoral ministry and responsibility of distributing the consecrated elements of the...

  31. It’s the Great Eucharist Charlie Brown! Pt. 1

    In this episode… we talk about the sacrament of Holy Communion and the Episcopal doctrine of the Eucharist, “Episco-ettique” as Fr. David calls it, when we receive the consecrated elements and the pastoral ministry and responsibility of distributing the consecrated elements of the Eucharist. We...

  32. A Very Episcopate Conversation- The Rt. Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce, Bishop Provisional of Diocese of West. Missouri

    In this episode… we talk about the role and function of a bishop and you will hear from our own bishop, The Rt. Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce. You will hear her joys and humor. Her call story to both the priesthood and the episcopate (fancy name for bishop). You will also hear her deepest prayer…

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  33. Maybe there is a unicorn church: The Episcopal Church’s work toward inclusion of the LGBTQIA+ Community

    In this episode… we hear from one member of the clergy and one member of the laity who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. We hear their stories; we learn a bit more on the journey toward inclusion the Episcopal Church is making, and we hear a real time learning moment that one of our...

  34. The Church as a spiritual community and an institution

    In this episode, we hear from Fr. David and Fr. Collin about koinonia, or communion, and the importance of participating in the church community. They addressed challenges within institutions, the benefits of having a church community, and their personal experiences within the church. About the...

  35. A Great and Challenging Beauty of Interpreting Scripture

    In this episode, we hear a sermon that was delivered by Clare Stern-Burbano and Dani Valencia Montoya on May 7th for Youth Sunday. They addressed the challenges and healing spaces that studying scripture offer us as followers of Christ. Additionally, they also have a conversation about what the...

  36. It's not pew aerobics, it's personal and corporate piety

    In this episode… we talk about personal and corporate piety. Why we do the things we do. It is not just pew aerobics; it is reverence for God. However, in the Episcopal Church, not every parish will have the same exact same piety in a worship service, nor will everyone have the same personal…

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  37. Full Communion…it’s not just a meal, but a relationship

    In this episode… we talk about the meaning behind Full Communion, “Called to Common Mission” with the Evangelical Lutheran Church USA. We hear from The Rev. Anne Kyle about her ministry as an Episcopal priest serving not one but two congregations, one Episcopal and one ELCA. “According to this...

  38. “Belonging, Believing, and Becoming the Church of the Future.”

    In this episode… We hear from two college students in Springfield, MO who talk about finding their way to the Episcopal Church and what lead them to make the decision to be Confirmed in the Episcopal Church. About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a...

  39. Hope for the Church

    In this episode… We hear from Danni Valencia Montoya, a young adult member of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral. She speaks to us about hope for the future of the Church as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and what gives her hope during the Easter season. The first portion of the episode is an...

  40. Daily Office

    In this episode… We talk about prayer and one of the ways Episcopalians engage in a prayer practice. We explore the daily office and how to use the Book of Common Prayer to move through the Daily Office. About the Daily Office, “After the Anglican Reformation, Archbishop Thomas Cranmer…

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  41. Baptism

    In this episode… We introduce the podcast hosts, explore the initiation into the Body of Christ through the sacrament of Holy Baptism and hear Justin Smith’s Baptism story. Justin is an active young adult at St. Mary’s in Kansas City MO. About the Hosts Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member…

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Welcome to All things… Episcopal where we talk about anything and everything related to the Episcopal church. This podcast was designed with young people ages 18-39 in mind and a place to learn more about The Christian faith with the Episcopal lens.

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The Diocese of West Missouri & The Diocese of Kansas

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