The Bookcase Behind Me with Pastor Brandon Warr and Pastor Filmore Alvarez

In this episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez reach out to an expert to discuss the history and trends of decline within the Mainline Protestant Churches in America. This expert is Josh of the 'Ready to Harvest' YouTube channel which discusses Denominations in an unbiased and straightforward way. His channel is a great resources for the facts on what denominations believes and news covering Christian denominations in a neutral way while remaining engaging. Check him out here: https://youtube.com/c/ReadyToHarvest

In this bookSHELF special, Pastor Alvarez gives his musings on the appropriate use of secular politics and patriotism for the average Christian as well as clergy.

Pastor Warr reports from the 2022 Synod and Colloquium of the Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America to discuss various topics with the attendees such as... Vocation with Pastor Handrich of Holy Cross Lutheran in Peoria, IL Family Values with Pastor Rutowicz and his daughter Katie Lutheran Orthodox Fathers woth Deacon Jackson of Good Shepherd Lutheran in Rogers Arkansas The need for an Episcopacy with Pastor Stefanski of Holy Trinity Lutheran in Harrison Arkansas And finally... Discussing the Repristination of the Liturgy with the Rt. Rev. James Heiser, Bishop of the ELDoNA

On this Episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez have a grab-bag episode discussing multiple topics including Local Customs in the Philippines,  Lenten Practices, and Ancient Pagan Cultures.

Pastor Filmore Alvarez entertains himself on this bookSHELF by discussing Christian Liberty and Entertainment.

Pastor Alvarez take the driver seat on this episode to act as questionnaire on a subject that makes Pastor Warr break out in hives. That subject is infant communion.

Pastor Alvarez rides solo to talk about Home Altars and Family Altars because Pastor Warr had to attend to a late night D&D session with his family which resulted in feelings of drowsiness and upset stomachs the next day. Awesome.

On this episode, the dudes Pastor Warr and Alvarez discuss opinions held by Christians that are neither mentioned nor forbidden in the Scriptures (Not just Semper Virgo!)

Introducing the BookSHELF Specials where Pastors Warr and Alvarez do not have time to record a full episode so, instead of skipping a week, they discuss an easy topic in a shorter time frame. This epsidoe catalogs Pastir Warr's trip to South Dakota and the First Article blessings of the Internet.

Pastor Alvarez takes over hosting duties in order to do a Birthday Bombardment of Pastor Brandon Warr. Laughs are had, tears are shed, everyone now lives with regret. If you ever wanted to learn how to lose friends and alienate people, this is the life story to inspire you!

Text discussed is Romans 12:1-5 Recorded on the First Sunday after Epiphany, 2022 at St. Patrick Lutheran Church, Chipley, FL

Today, Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss the Gospel reading for the First Sunday after Epiphany. Seems simple right? Well, it goes off into a discussion on the Gnostic gospels, the Qu'ran and why everyone wants to know more about Jesus' younger years. Though even that is not as crazy as it sounds.

This episode focuses on some well-known and not so well know Advent traditions in the Church and in the Home. What is up with Germans and the Christ Child? Where did the Advent Wreath come from? Why is the Pastor wearing PINK? And more!

It's a JUMBO celebration for our 50th Episode as we welcome the Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America-the Rt. Rev. James Heiser- to discuss Church Discipline and the Office of the Keys. As this is also our Reformation Episode this year, we discuss the role of discipline in the Reformation and on down to our day as Pastors strive to be faithful to Christ's command with the binding and loosing Keys.   Some links to check out: The Diocesan Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIQwFdptn1PIHHxQ0uXtKw https://eldona.org/ http://repristinationpress.org/

In a BCBM First, we have 2 GUESTS to tackle the topic of funerals, death and burial of the body. Pastor Dan Mensing (Faith Lutheran, Tigard, OR) as well as Layman Jacob Glass (St. Patrick, Chipley, FL) help discuss the most frequent questions including the biblical view on Cremation and Burial as well as some more disturbing aspects of death. Sorta works with Halloween coming up. Christians ought not to fear death but we should discuss it in view of the work of Christ.

In this Episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss the good Ignatius, not the bald one who was a counter-reformation hack fraud from Loyola. St. Ignatius of Antioch is worth remembering and studying for his devotion and teaching even if some papists abuse him or confuse him for the other guy.

In honor of the Festival of St. Michael and All Angels, Pastor Warr and Alvarez discuss biblical Angels, some misconceptions of Angels and how these heavenly hosts point us to the Great Salvation found in Jesus Christ.

Jonathan, the illustrious Kuster of St. Mary's, joins Pastors Warr and Alvarez to discuss Christians in the Military. This will be the last show (for a while) that Jonathan will guest on because... surprise! He is going into the Military!

Pastors Warr and Alvarez muse on the term 'Lutheran' and why we are stuck with a not so stellar name for our Church and Confession. Why are we called 'Lutheran' and what does it mean? Is it a term worth saving or reclaiming? Find out and muse with us!

The official start to our Sermon Special series, Pastor Alvarez preaches to St. Mary's Lutheran Mission in Singapore on the Gospel reading for the 15th Sunday after Trinity.

On this Episode, the audience listens to the Schadenfreude of Pastors Warr and Alvarez trying to do a new segment of BCBM. This new segment involves reacting to the Left's insane take on Abortion and the new law in Texas which limits the murdering of children in the womb. There is very limited editing on this episode other than cleaning up the audio just to see how everything flowed and how it may work in the future. If you happen to like this new format, let us know!

The title says it all! Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss the life of a Seminarian with Ben Henson who is currently preparing for the Ministry at St. Ignatius Lutheran Theological Seminary. If you are thinking of going to Seminary and considering the Office of the Ministry, this episode is for you! For More info on St. Ignatius Lutheran Theological Seminary, visit the website of our Diocese. eldona.org

On this Episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez air some grievances about Clichés and complaints they often experience as Lutherans.

In this episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez are joined by frequent guest Jonathan, Kuster of St.. Mary's, discussing the MOTU PROPRIO TRADITIONIS CUSTODES and why it matters for Lutherans. Has the Pope gone too far? Well...Yes...we've been saying that for 500 years.

This is Part Deux of Pastors Warr and Alvarez discussion on Church Buildings. This time around they are conversing about the Exterior of the Church Building and what certain traditions mean. Obligatory Adiaphron notice is in order so, with that, enjoy the info!

On this episode, Pastor Warr rides solo as he embodies the Crazy Charlie meme to explain his research and theories regarding Markan priority while constantly mispronouncing both Markan and Matthean priority theory. Yay!

Buildings. Buildings? Yes, we are discussing the types of Church Buildings and it is more fun then you may first assume. From Chapels to Cathedrals, why do we have these names for different types of Church Buildings? Find out with Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez or something.

Pastor Alvarez rides solo once again to interview Jonathan, layman and Kuster for St Mary's, to discuss prayer in this follow-up to our Rogation episode.

This week, we are raptured to St. Patrick Lutheran Church in Chipley FL during their Sunday Morning Bible Class to discuss the errors of Dispensationalism.

On this Episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez examine the Athanasian Creed in Preparation for Trinity Sunday!

Today we discuss Rogationtide. What is it? Why is it? When is it? And what are the connection between Rogation Days and Prayer? This one is for all you Lutheran Trads out there to pick up on this observation of Rogation.

Since the topic has come back, like a drunken old hag that won't leave you alone, Pastors Warr and Alvarez have invited Pastor Joshua Sullivan to slay the beast of ONLINE COMMUNION once and for all!! No Synodical Statements or Lengthy "recommendations" required. Just a plain reading of Scripture and the Confessions and a call to Repentance to all who think this practice is valid.   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

This week, Pastor Warr becomes the guest as Pastor Alvarez grills him on the juicy details of the papers and presentations at the 2021 Colloquium of the Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America. For anyone who wants to watch the presentations from this year's Colloquium, go to https://www.facebook.com/TheELDoNA/

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Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss images in the Church and if this is a form of idolatry or having a graven image. From there, the conversation transitions to Passiontide and the veiling of images during the final weeks of the Lenten season.

Pastors Warr and Alvarez are joined by Pastor Dan Mensing to discuss Christian Dating and how to remain Chaste while finding a Christian spouse.   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Pastors Warr and Alvarez tackle the topic of Lent and why it is NOT Pagan and why YOU should observe it!   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

On this Episode, Pastor Rydecki joins us for our Part Deux of the Deep dive into the Liturgy as we wrap up the service of the Word.   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

This episode is a first for BCBM as Pastor Filnore Alvarez goes solo after a back injury leave Pastor Warr unable to participate. What will Pastor Fil get himself into with all this free reign? Well, mostly just talking about traditions in Lent. Consider this a preparation for the penitentiary season which starts in less than 2 weeks!   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

This was such a spectacular topic and Guest that we couldn't pass up the opportunity to do another CROSS PROMO! Pastor Warr interviewed Pastor John Rutowicz on the Topic of Social Identity and you get to hear the audio of that on BCBM!   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

On this Episode, Pastor Filmore Alvarez takes the Hot seat to discuss his journey into Lutheranism and his advice for Lutherans today.   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

On this Episode, Pastor Filmore takes a Vaction so Pastor Brandon Warr can talk to Rev. Jake Zabel about the Christian view if Suicide, the Implications of the commandment "Thou Shalt Not Murder" and how the Church can help someone who is suffering from Depression.   Check out Pastor Zabel's Podcasts: http://www.knightgeorge.info/ And His Book on the topic featured in this episode: http://www.lulu.com/shop/jake-zabel/repent-and-believe-concerning-the-eternal-fate-of-a-christian-lost-to-suicide/paperback/product-23735114.html     All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Today, we are doing a Cross Promotion for Pastor Brandon Warr's YouTube Channel with the audio form his recent video "DC Protest and the Theology of Rebellion" Check out the Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrandonWarr All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez discussing the meaning of the Christmas Season, Epiphany and why the Church Calendar Matters. Christmas ain't over until the Church Calendar says so!   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Pastor Joshua Sullivan returns to discuss the Biblical and Confessional view of the End Times, Eschatology and the proper interpretation of the Book of Revelation! Get Johann Gerhard's Explanation of Revelation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/189146969X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_.423Fb5XJXTQR   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss the End Times in this Episode. Giving a drive-by view on some End Times beliefs as well as the Cults that have sprung up around failed End Times predictions.   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

Pastors Warr and Alvarez are joined by Pastor Paul Rydecki of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Las Cruses, NM, to discuss the Historic Liturgy, why we do it and how it points to Christ's Word and Sacraments. All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.

This week, Pastors War and Alvarez are joined by Jonathan, the Lutheran Layman behind the blog Tea Time in Excelsis, to discuss Mission congregations and what to do if there is not a faithful Church nearby to attend. http://eldona.org/ http://stmarysnavotas.org/ https://teatimeinexcelsis.wordpress.com/   All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would we use that stuff? You laughed at it, don't lie. Bet it scared you too. Confusion and disorientation is transformative, ie fair use.