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Appalachian Anglican brings the distinct flavor of the mountains and hollers of the Appalachian region to the global Anglican chorus. Weekly topics look at Church history, teaching, and liturgy. The variety is as varied as the autumn leaves on the mountai

Darryl Fitzwater


    • May 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
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    • 160 EPISODES


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    S12.E9 How to deal with being a sinner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 71:49


    Bp Darryl, Dcn Adam, Josh, and Aidan address the proverbial problem of being a sinner and how to manage it. The Book of Common Prayer speaks to the issue, as the voice of clarity in a culture saturated with "self-affirming" ideas and language. Tune in as the group explores the liturgy's orienting nature of how to deal with being a sinner. For questions or comments, reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S12. E8. The Liturgy & Spiritual Warfare

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 42:43


    Bishop Darryl and Dcn Adam discuss how the liturgy is connected to spiritual warfare.

    S12. E7. The American Catholic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 37:25


    Bishop Fitzwater and Deacon Ridgeway discuss some potential updates and changes in Appalachian Anglican and Forward in Faith North America podcasts. Please send your thoughts to darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S12. E6. The Psalms

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 64:49


    Bishop Darryl and Deacon Adam discuss the Psalms. Enjoy!

    S12. E5. Why There is No Revival?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 56:15


    This week Bishop Darryl and Dcn Adam discuss "revival" and spiritual renewal.

    S12.E4 Appalachian Roman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 71:46


    Bp. Darryl and Dcn. Adam interview Fr. Phil Szabo, a Roman Catholic priest in Charleston, WV. Fr. Phill shares his conversion experience and his experience dealing with vocation. For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S12. E3. Scope and Variety in the Anglican Communion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 54:33


    Bishop Darryl and Deacon Adam have a discussion about different kinds of Anglican(ism)'s. This is a topic related to listener's questions. . Questions may be sent to darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S12.E2. Verbum Dei

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 41:05


    Bishop Darryl and Deacon Adam discuss the Word of GodQuestions may be sent to darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S12.E1 Interview with Mother Miriam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 55:00


    Bp. Darryl and Adam interview Mother Miriam of St. Mary's Community, an Anglican Benedictine order in upstate New York. For questions or comments, feel free to reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E14 Creation and Cataclysm

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 51:26


    Join Bishop Darryl and Adam as they unpack various creation theories, from Genesis interpretations to global extinction events. Explore how reason, scripture, and science converge, examining ancient "myths," cultural narratives, and modern discoveries to uncover more profound insights into God's word. For questions or comments, please send an email to darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S11.E13 More Questions, More Answers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 29:49


    Bp. Darryl and Adam take on more questions sent in by listeners. If you have questions or comments, please send them to us at Darryl@ascensionwv.org!

    S11.12 Wall Charts and Timelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 57:51


    Bp. Darryl and Adam dive into Revelation. Bp. Darryl shares several interpretive principles, giving examples throughout the book. For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S11.11 Irregular, Invalid, or Confused?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 70:05


    Bishop Darryl Fitzwater and Adam explore the Eucharist as a sacrifice and its impact. Their discussion includes an examination of Old Testament examples, such as the story of Nadab and Abihu, as well as worship practices in Northern Israel. Additionally, they reflect on the significance of apostolic succession and the importance of orderly worship. For questions or comments, contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E10 Nonjurors

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 66:38


    Bp. Darryl and Adam discuss the origin of the nonjurors and their impact on the early American Episcopacy. For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org. Here are some helpful links: Liturgy for Energumens (those possessed by evil spirits) Nonjurors supplemental liturgy Brief history of the nonjurors

    S11.E9 Re-hitching the Old Testament

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 51:21


    Bp. Darryl and Adam discuss how we begin to "Re-hitch the Old Testament." God's redemptive plan did not start in Matthew 1:1, nor is the "God of the New Testament" different from the "God of the Old Testament." God consistently reveals Himself throughout the entire canon. In this vein, the duo discusses the proper disposition when interpreting the Old Testament and ways to apply it when reading the Bible. Feel free to reach out to us! For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E8 Prayers for the Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 73:31


    Bp. Darryl and Adam, in response to a listener's questions, discuss the nature of a person after they are departed. Drawing from Eastern and Western perspectives, the duo answers, "Should we pray for the dead?" For questions, comments, or clarification, please reach out to Bp. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E7 Listeners' Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 53:32


    Bp. Darryl and Adam answer listeners' questions. From baptism to paedocommunion the gang responds to you, the listener.  For questions, comments, or clarifications, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org. 

    S11.E6 Baptize Yo Babies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 38:29


    Bp. Darryl and Adam give a charge in a cheeky manner: Baptize Yo Babies. Building upon previous discussions, Bp. Darryl utilized Old Testament texts, the words of Jesus, and the church's tradition on paedobaptism. For questions or comments, reach out to darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E5 Baptism in the Holy Ghost

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 57:37


    Bp. Darryl and Adam respond a listener requested topic: Baptism in the Holy Ghost. On this episode they reflect on the biblical precedent and whether it fits into the historic church and catholicity. For questions or comments, reach out to darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E4 Re-Formed Catholic Anglicanism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 40:08


    What does it mean to be re-formed? What does it mean to be catholic? Listen in as Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Michael discuss the book Re-Formed Catholic Anglicanism and the impacts of being re-formed and catholic on Anglicanism. For questions or comments, email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org. Click here to get a copy of Re-Formed Catholic Anglicanism.

    S11.E3 Off the Cuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 32:42


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Michael answer some listeners questions. If you would like to have your questions or comments on the podcast, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S11.E2 How to be a Good Heretic

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 43:50


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Michael look into making a "good heretic." As they dissect popular ancient heresies, they realize the shocking similarities to modern beliefs and discuss how to avoid the same pitfalls. For questions or comments, please email darryl@ascensionwv.org. Books Referenced: The Emergence of the Catholic Tradition (100-600), by Jaroslav Pelikan.

    S11.E1 How to Handle Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 57:31


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Michael discuss the heavy topic of scandal in the Church and how to process the fallout. For questions or comments, please get in touch with us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    Spiritual Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 27:41


    This week's episode has Fr. Darryl sharing about spiritual depression. For those who would like to attend the consecration on Ocotber 4 at 6 PM, please RSVP here: www.ascensionwv.org/consecration

    S10.E14 Interview with Dr. Gerald McDermott

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 71:17


    In collaboration with the Forward in Faith North America podcast, Appalachian Anglican presents an interview with Dr. Gerald McDermott. Dr. McDermott shares about his works, journey to Anglicanism, and ministry. Check out the Foward in Faith North America Podcast. Check out ⁠Deep Anglicanism⁠. Get a copy of Fr. McDermott's magnum opus, ⁠A New History of Redemption⁠.  For questions or comments, please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.  Other books mentioned during the interview ⁠Seeking the Secret Place⁠ ⁠The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis

    S10.E13 James the Less

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 76:50


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue the series on the apostles. This week, they cover James the Just's life, ministry, and impact. For questions or comments, email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E12 Jude Thaddeus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 67:29


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the patron saint of impossible situations: St. Jude Thaddeus. Enjoy the discussion as the guys interact with the life, epistle, and impact of the Apostle Jude.

    S10.E11 Anglicans Across Appalachia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 62:49


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, Alex, and Josh interview priests across the Wild and Wonderful state of West Virginia. Tune in as Fr. Jim Sallie of Redeemer Parkersburg, Fr. Chris Borah of Christ the King Anglican Church in Beckley, Fr. Derek Roberts of Hope Church in Charleston, and Fr. Jonathon Wylie of Church of the Resurrection in Huntington share what the Lord is doing across the Mountain State. For more information on the specific churches represented in this podcast, check out the links below: Redeemer Parkersburg, Parkersburg, WV ⁠Christ the King Anglican Church, Beckley, WV⁠ ⁠Hope Church, Charleston, WV⁠ ⁠Church of the Resurrection, Huntington, WV⁠ Church of the Ascension, Ranson, WV

    S10.E10 St. Peter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 58:35


    Join us for this episode as Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss St. Peter, the Prince of the Apostles. The conversation covers St. Peter's life, church traditions, and personal speculation. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or your podcast streaming platform of choice. For questions or comments please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E9 Church Furniture

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 64:01


    inFr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss church furniture and architecture in the sequel to Church Clothing. They discuss reverence in holy spaces, specific furniture used in worship, and much more. For questions or comments, please get in touch with Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E8 Thin Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 54:15


    Fr. Darry, Adam, and Josh discuss the "Thin Places." The gang uses the Celtic phrase to discuss shrines, monuments, and sacred spaces. If you have questions, comments, or a personal experience about the topic, please email darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E7 Church Clothes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 65:58


    Fr. Darryl and Adam discuss "church clothes." Don't let the title fool you. This episode is more than dressing your Sunday best. The duo explains various vestments in Anglican worship and the significance of the vestments in worship. So sit down and buckle up for some holy fashion advice.

    S10.E6 The Wrath of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 45:48


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh tackled the topic of God's wrath. From man's true nature to God's justice and soveriegnty, the gang tackles this heavy topic with a sprinkle of humor in true Appalachian Anglican style. For questions or comments, email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E5 It's a Kingdom Issue

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 66:42


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the history of the modern Pentecostal and charismatic hermeneutic. The team evaluates the challenges, advantages, and relevancy of the modern charismatic renewal in Anglicanism today. Let us know what you think! For questions or comments, please get in touch with us by email at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E4 Eucharist as Sacrifice

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 72:08


    Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the topic of Eucharist as sacrifice. Fr. Darryl draws connections between the Passover meal, John 6, and Luke 22 to explain the fulfillment of key ideas in the Eucharist and the Apostle's participation in the Kingdom of God. For questions or comments, reach out to Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E3 Branch Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 74:20


    Join Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam in their latest discussion on Branch Theory! This ecclesiological perspective sheds light on the unity of provinces amongst catholic bodies. Enjoy as the gang tackles this listener-requested topic. For questions or clarifications, feel free to email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E2 Grace Heals Nature

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 64:09


    Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the relationship between nature and grace. Fr. Darryl explains that grace does not sit in opposition to grace. Instead, it heals and nurtures the nature established by God. The conversation explores the fascinating interplay between grace and nature. For questions or comments, please email Fr. Darryl at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S10.E1 Kenosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 65:01


    In this conversation, Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh delve deep into the intricate theological concept of kenosis. They explore the orthodox perspective and analyze modern errors on the subject. Moreover, they examine the practical implications of kenosis in the life of the apostle Paul and the lives of the Philippian church. For questions or comments reach out through email to darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S9 Bonus: The Incarnation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 58:23


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the incarnation and its effect on salvation and nature. For questions or comments, please email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S9.E13 Holy Matrimony (Part Two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 58:58


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue the discussion on marriage. In part one, we looked at the normative; In part two, we look at the safeguards for healthy, long-lasting marriages built into the prayerbook. Lastly, we end the discussion on the somber topic of annulling or dissolution of marriage and the specific categories. For questions or comments, please reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S9.E12 Holy Matrimony (Part One)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 66:45


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh approach the topic of marriage. In part one, we look at the normative. Check-in next week for part two! For questions or comments, please reach out to us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S9.E12 Thomas Cranmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 67:17


    On this week's episode, Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss one of the greatest influencers of the English Reformation: Archbishop Thomas Cranmer. If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org.

    S9.E11 Prima Scriptura

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 71:23


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the hierarchy of inspirational texts for the Church. For questions and comments, please contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org

    S9.E10 Temple Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 72:50


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about Jesus' prophesies and their interpretations. Using Old Testament passages and ancient historians, Fr. Darryl brings new (to many) ideas to light. For questions or comments, please contact us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E9 Incarnational Eschatology

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 59:41


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh discuss the relation of the incarnation in eschatology. For questions or comments email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E8 The Antichrist

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 74:34


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh continue on the topic of eschatology, discussing several theories and the scriptures on the antichrist. For questions or comments, email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E7 Patty! Don't take the mark!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 67:47


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh kick off the first part of an eschatological series with rapture theories. For questions, comments, or controversies, email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E6 Tabula Rasa

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 51:51


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh talk about the idea of Tabula Rasa and how it is often related in modern Scripture study. For questions email darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E5 Concerning Universalism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 63:56


    Consulting Scripture, the Creeds, and the Anglican formularies, Fr. Darryl, Josh, and Adam discuss the implications of Universalism. For questions, comments, or controversies please reach out at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E4 Interview: Pastor James Brockway

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 55:48


    Fr. Darryl, Adam, and Josh interview a long-time friend and partner in ministry, Pastor Jimmy Brockway, from Virginia Beach, VA. Pastor Jimmy shares about his journey thus far to the Historic Church. For questions, comments, or controversies, email us at darryl@ascensionwv.org or find us on Facebook.

    S9.E3 Recalling American Anglican History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 85:35


    Fr. Darryl, Alex, Josh, and Adam welcome special guest Fr. Brandon LeTourneau. Fr. LeTourneau shares his paper The American Catholic Church and more on American Anglican History. For more information on Fr. Brandon LeTourneau's work, check out his Substack here, his North American Anglican Essays here, and his Nashotah House Press Works here. A second edition of No Other Foundation: Essays on Women's Ordination in the Anglican Church will be coming out this year from Prolego Press.

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