A podcast about the Anglican tradition and the value it offers to the modern world, hosted by Parishioners at St. Matthew Anglican Church in Abbotsford.
Pray Tell
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A podcast about the Anglican tradition and the value it offers to the modern world, hosted by Parishioners at St. Matthew Anglican Church in Abbotsford.
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July 16, 2026
Who’s Actually in Charge of the Anglican Church? | Pray Tell Podcast
<p>Who is actually in charge of the Anglican church? When conflicts arise, theology clashes, or culture shifts, who actually has the final say?</p><p><br></p><p>For many, church hierarchy looks like a rigid, top-down corporate ladder. For others, complete independence seems like the ultimate freedom, until a personality clash splits the congregation apart. Is there a third way?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Al pull back the curtain on Anglican church leadership, authority, and the "impossible" balancing act of keeping a global community together. They tackle the messy, fascinating, and often misunderstood reality of how decisions are actually made when the stakes are high.</p><p><br></p><p>// CHAPTERS //</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 – Introduction</p><p>04:15 – The Priesthood of All Believers</p><p>08:30 – Independent Church Authority vs. Hierarchical Church Authority</p><p>13:45 – Accountability, Discipline, and Governance</p><p>19:17 – Same-Sex Blessings and Ordination of Women</p><p>29:58 – Healthy Leadership</p><p>33:39 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p>// JOIN US //</p><p>If you’re in the Fraser Valley, we would love to see you on Sunday at 10am. YOU are welcome here.</p><p><br></p><p>2010 Guilford Drive</p><p>Abbotsford, BC V2S 5R2</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about St. Matthew Anglican Church</p><p>Website: https://www.abbotsfordanglican.ca/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyanglican/profilecard/?igsh=OHp3eTJmZHJxcTZj</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbyanglican</p><p><br></p><p>Anglican Church of Canada</p><p>https://www.anglican.ca/</p><p><br></p><p>Listen to the Podcast</p><p>YouTube: @praytellthepod</p><p>Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pray-tell/id1718881539</p><p><br></p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50P2r7jPZoynx9uCLDWc4J?si=e0d227f7f8d44bdc</p><p><br></p><p>// ABOUT ST. MATTHEW //</p><p><br></p><p>St. Matthew Anglican Church is a small parish located in Abbotsford, BC.</p><p><br></p><p>Far too many people have experienced Christianity as constricting. But it does not have to be this way.</p><p><br></p><p>Rooted in the Anglican tradition, we believe that structure creates freedom. Scripture, tradition, and thoughtful reflection are not barriers to faith but tools that help us grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus.</p><p><br></p><p>#anglican #episcopalian #theology #churchhistory #ecclesiology #ViaMedia #anglicanchurch #ChurchGovernment #christianfaith #anglicanism</p>
June 25, 2026
Why This Anglican Priest Struggled With Infant Baptism
<p>Is baptism a conscious adult choice, or is it something deeper? For anyone coming from a tradition that emphasizes adult baptism, the practice of baptizing infants can feel incredibly difficult to accept.</p><p>In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor Smale and Al Carson tackle the complex, beautiful, and often controversial topic of baptism. Al shares his own personal journey of entering the Anglican tradition as an adult and wrestling with the theological shift from a "conscious decision" to a profound focus on God's preceding grace.</p><p><br></p><p>// CHAPTERS //</p><p>0:00 - Introduction to Baptism</p><p>2:26 - Why do we baptize?</p><p>7:18 - The Debate: Infant vs. Adult Baptism</p><p>10:10 - Different views of baptism</p><p>14:59 - The Symbolism of the Sacrament</p><p>17:56 - The Role of the Church Community</p><p>24:48 - Christ's Baptism & Importance of Water</p><p>29:38 - Conclusion and Outro</p><p><br></p><p>// JOIN US //</p><p>If you’re in the Fraser Valley, we would love to see you on Sunday at 10am. YOU are welcome here.</p><p><br></p><p>2010 Guilford Drive</p><p>Abbotsford, BC V2S 5R2</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about St. Matthew Anglican Church</p><p>Website: https://www.abbotsfordanglican.ca/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyanglican/profilecard/?igsh=OHp3eTJmZHJxcTZj</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbyanglican</p><p><br></p><p>Anglican Church of Canada</p><p>https://www.anglican.ca/</p><p><br></p><p>Listen to the Podcast</p><p>YouTube: @praytellthepod</p><p>Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pray-tell/id1718881539</p><p><br></p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50P2r7jPZoynx9uCLDWc4J?si=e0d227f7f8d44bdc</p><p><br></p><p>// ABOUT ST. MATTHEW //</p><p><br></p><p>St. Matthew Anglican Church is a small parish located in Abbotsford, BC.</p><p><br></p><p>Far too many people have experienced Christianity as constricting. But it does not have to be this way.</p><p><br></p><p>Rooted in the Anglican tradition, we believe that structure creates freedom. Scripture, tradition, and thoughtful reflection are not barriers to faith but tools that help us grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus.</p><p><br></p><p>#Anglican #Sacrament #InfantBaptism #Theology #ChristianPodcast #GodsGrace #ChurchTradition #FaithJourney #PrayTell</p>
June 4, 2026
Is “Just Pray From the Heart" Enough? | Spontaneous VS Formal Prayer
<p>How should we pray? Is structured prayer or spontaneous prayer better? What is morning prayer? Is it enough for Christians to pray from their heart? How can prayer books, specifically the Book of Common Prayer or Book of Alternative Services, help us in our prayer lives? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Pray Tell, Trevor and Al discuss the importance of prayer, specifically structured prayer through the BCP and BAS in the Anglican church, as well as the role these prayer books can have in daily Christian life. </p><p><br></p><p>It's a BIG question, and one that many well-intentioned people disagree on. So if you disagree with us, we would love to hear from you in the comments! </p><p><br></p><p>Enjoy the episode.</p><p><br></p><p>// CHAPTERS //</p><p>00:00 - Introduction: The Bathtub Method of Prayer </p><p>02:26 - Book of Common Prayer vs. Book of Alternative Services</p><p>06:21 - The Purpose of a Prayer Book: Rigid Structure or Helpful Guide? </p><p>07:59 - The Common Criticism: Repetition and Sincerity in Prayer </p><p>16:47 - Key Changes: From the Order of Service to the Lord’s Prayer </p><p>21:59 - Daily Devotional Practices: Useful Apps and Discipline</p><p>27:19 - How to access Prayer Books for free online</p><p><br></p><p>// JOIN US //</p><p>We would love to see you on Sunday at 10am. YOU are welcome here.</p><p><br></p><p>2010 Guilford Drive</p><p>Abbotsford, BC V2S 5R2</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about St. Matthew Anglican Church</p><p>Website: https://www.abbotsfordanglican.ca/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyanglican/profilecard/?igsh=OHp3eTJmZHJxcTZj</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbyanglican</p><p><br></p><p>Anglican Church of Canada</p><p>https://www.anglican.ca/</p><p><br></p><p>Listen to the Podcast</p><p>YouTube: @praytellthepod</p><p>Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pray-tell/id1718881539</p><p><br></p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50P2r7jPZoynx9uCLDWc4J?si=e0d227f7f8d44bdc</p><p><br></p><p>// ABOUT ST. MATTHEW //</p><p><br></p><p>St. Matthew Anglican Church is a small parish located in Abbotsford, BC.</p><p><br></p><p>Far too many people have experienced Christianity as constricting. But it does not have to be this way.</p><p><br></p><p>Rooted in the Anglican tradition, we believe that structure creates freedom. Scripture, tradition, and thoughtful reflection are not barriers to faith but tools that help us grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus.</p>
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