The Odious Traditionalist Anglican Podcast
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- Oct 28, 2026
About the podcast
Podcast of Father Ricky McCarl pastor/priest at Good Shepherd Anglican Church. A ministry of the Reformed Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church of North America
Episodes 62
Anglicanism is a Spectrum
In this episode Father Ricky explains the differences between low church and high church Anglicanism. And huge thanks to our friends at Reformed Cigars! Check them out here: www.reformedcigars.org.
Anglicanism is Western Orthodoxy
In this episode, Father Ricky answers a question from a listener who wants to know the major differences between Anglicanism and Eastern Orthodoxy.
Lecture at Temple University, Philadelphia
Father Ricky was an invited by the Conservative Union at Temple University to give a talk on the Anglican tradition, its influence on American cultre and institutions, and America's Protestant heritage.
The Lord's Supper, Who Can Partake?
In this episode, Father Ricky answers a question about how the Reformed Episcopal Church understands admission to the Lord's Supper.
What's Bringing the Young People In?
In this episode Father Ricky and Trevor sit down with Matthew, a parishioner at Good Shepherd and student at Messiah University. Why does he feel drawn toward Anglicanism? Plus, Father Ricky shares his thoughts …
Show notes
In this episode Father Ricky and Trevor sit down with Matthew, a parishioner at Good Shepherd and student at Messiah University. Why does he feel drawn toward Anglicanism? Plus, Father Ricky shares his thoughts on John Henry Newman and Redeemed Zoomer.
Purgatory and Whatnot
In this episode, Father Ricky answers a listener's question about the Anglican and Lutheran perspectives on Purgatory. We also discuss local church customs and all kinds of whatnot. Enjoy!
Ditched Dispensationalism to Become an Anglican
This recording is from Father Ricky's YouTube Live interview on the Bennis the Menance Podcast. From the episode description . . . "We're sitting down with Father Ricky McCarl of Good Shepherd Anglican Church …
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This recording is from Father Ricky's YouTube Live interview on the Bennis the Menance Podcast. From the episode description . . .
"We're sitting down with Father Ricky McCarl of Good Shepherd Anglican Church to continue a journey that has completely changed the way we think about church, theology, worship, and Christian tradition. For years, our Christian experience was heavily shaped by Calvary Chapel and dispensationalism.
But after digging deeper into Scripture, church history, eschatology, and the development of Christian doctrine, we found ourselves questioning beliefs we once simply assumed were true. We eventually came to reject dispensationalism, including the theological framework surrounding the pre-tribulation rapture and the sharp distinction between Israel and the Church. But leaving one theological system creates another HUGE question: What comes next?
That's where we are right now. Rather than immediately jumping into another denomination, we've been talking with Protestant pastors from different Christian traditions and trying to understand what they actually believe. Reformed. Presbyterian. Lutheran. Anglican. Baptist. Evangelical. Liturgical. Sacramental. What separates them? Which differences actually matter? And which tradition most faithfully represents Scripture and historic Christianity? Tonight we're exploring Anglicanism.
Watch the interview:
https://www.youtube.com/live/E8qXKovdKGs?si=zUextTgaUd52qIDR
The Book of James
In this episode Father Ricky discusses his sermon series from the Book of James. Does James chapter 2 really teach salvation by works?
The Future of Anglicanism
In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about the future of Anglicanism? Plus, he remembers Bishop William ("Bill") Ilgenfritz, founding Bishop of Anglican Church in North America and the founding …
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In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about the future of Anglicanism? Plus, he remembers Bishop William ("Bill") Ilgenfritz, founding Bishop of Anglican Church in North America and the founding Bishop of the Missionary Diocese of All Saints.
An Anglican Understanding of the Theology of Salvation
In this episode Father Ricky answers the questions: -Are we saved by faith alone? -Is water baptistm a work? -What is Lordship Salvation? -Do Anglicans belive in Eternal Security? -What do the Church Father's …
Show notes
In this episode Father Ricky answers the questions:
-Are we saved by faith alone?
-Is water baptistm a work?
-What is Lordship Salvation?
-Do Anglicans belive in Eternal Security?
-What do the Church Father's say?
And more!
What do You Like About Other Protestant Denominations?
In this episode, Father Ricky shares his favorite things about Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Presbyterians, and Anglicans. Plus, the fellas break down why Europe feels like one giant regulatory state.
Miserable Offenders
In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss total depravity, marriage, and the Prayer of General Confession that reads, "But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us, miserable offenders".
What's in the name "Reformed Episcopal Church"?
Father Ricky answers a question about whether the Reformed Episcopal Church (REC) should change its name. Plus, the guys discuss why corporations still celebrate Pride Month when the majority of their customers …
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Father Ricky answers a question about whether the Reformed Episcopal Church (REC) should change its name. Plus, the guys discuss why corporations still celebrate Pride Month when the majority of their customers don't like it.
Freedom Within Anglicanism
In this episode, Father Ricky and the fellas discuss the doctrines Anglicans should affirm versus those we are free to disagree on. For extra fun, they delve into the topic of Israel and the church.
Theology of Images
Are images of Jesus a violation of the 2nd Commandment? In this episode Father Ricky shares his theology of images. Plus, he shares a couple scary stories from his days working in a funeral home.
Is Seminary Worth It?
Father Ricky talks about the three Anglican seminaries approved by the ACNA. Is seminary worth it, and what is his advice to young men considering the priesthood? Note: We know a way to get your Master of …
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Father Ricky talks about the three Anglican seminaries approved by the ACNA. Is seminary worth it, and what is his advice to young men considering the priesthood?
Note: We know a way to get your Master of Divinity degree tuition-free at the Reformed Episcopal Seminary!
The Canon of Scripture
Did the church give us the Bible as the Roman Catholics claim? And what do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha? Hear Father Ricky's answers to these questions plus his response to easily-offended liberals who …
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Did the church give us the Bible as the Roman Catholics claim? And what do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha? Hear Father Ricky's answers to these questions plus his response to easily-offended liberals who complain about his social media comments.
Sacramental Validity
What is sacramental intention and what makes a sacrament like baptism valid? Father Ricky will explain all this, plus how God makes provision for our doubts and mistakes.
What Does Father Ricky Think About Aliens?
Leaders in the US government are intimating that UFOs are real and the public deserves to know the truth. Is the church prepared to give an answer for extraterrestrial life?
Does Jesus Listen to Prayers of Those Who Wage War?
In this episode Father Ricky responds to Pope Leo's Palm Sunday message, in which he said, "Jesus does not listen to prayers of those who wage war". What about Moses, Joshua, Samson, Gideon, Saul, David …
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In this episode Father Ricky responds to Pope Leo's Palm Sunday message, in which he said, "Jesus does not listen to prayers of those who wage war". What about Moses, Joshua, Samson, Gideon, Saul, David, Elijah, and everyone else in the Bible?
And what does it mean to be a peacemaker?
Christian Nationalism
In this epiosde you will hear why Father Ricky does not call himself a "Christian Nationalist". Can a nation really be Christian?
Women's Ordination
In this episode, Father Ricky discusses the Biblical argument against women's ordination to the priesthood. What will become of the Church of England -which just ordained the first female archbishop to the See …
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In this episode, Father Ricky discusses the Biblical argument against women's ordination to the priesthood. What will become of the Church of England -which just ordained the first female archbishop to the See of Canturbry?
New England Congregationalists
In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about New England Congregationalism as founded by Puritans. Plus, Trevor explains how the Puritans turned into modern day progressives.
Eastern Orthodoxy
In this episode Father Ricky answers the question, "what is your opinion on the Eastern Orthodox Church?". Plus you will hear some Ricky rants about cage stage ortho bros, tearing down Civil War monuments …
Show notes
In this episode Father Ricky answers the question, "what is your opinion on the Eastern Orthodox Church?". Plus you will hear some Ricky rants about cage stage ortho bros, tearing down Civil War monuments; historical grudges, and the woke movie 'Conclave'. Enjoy!
Born Again -an Anglican Perspective
How does an Anglican priest answer the question, "Are you born again?"
Evangelicalism
In this episode Father Ricky (an Anglican) explains why he doesn't call himself "Evangelical". Thanks to a listener named Lynn for sending in this question: "I'm really enjoying your podcast . . . I would be …
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In this episode Father Ricky (an Anglican) explains why he doesn't call himself "Evangelical". Thanks to a listener named Lynn for sending in this question:
"I'm really enjoying your podcast . . . I would be curious to listen to you talking about evangelicalism (what it is; if you ever were and if so why you left it; why Anglicism is not Evangelicalism, etc)." -Lynn H.
Q and A with Father Ricky
In this episode Father Ricky answers questions sent in from followers on Instagram. What is the scriptural argument for an Episcopal form of church government? What's your view on head coverings from 1 …
Show notes
In this episode Father Ricky answers questions sent in from followers on Instagram.
- What is the scriptural argument for an Episcopal form of church government?
- What's your view on head coverings from 1 Corinthians 11?
- What do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha?
- Do the church fathers say there is no salvation outside of the church?
- Should we pray to saints?
What is a Protestant?
In this episode Father Ricky explains what a historical Protestant is in contrast to a modern Evangelical. Plus, you will hear some good "Ricky Rants" about Roman Catholics, Charles Finney, revivalism, and …
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In this episode Father Ricky explains what a historical Protestant is in contrast to a modern Evangelical. Plus, you will hear some good "Ricky Rants" about Roman Catholics, Charles Finney, revivalism, and being a large man. Enjoy!
Is Progressive Christianity Really Christianity?
In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss what's wrong with progressive Christianity. Why do these progressives have such a problem with Paul? Plus, Father Ricky recommends books for those who want to …
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In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss what's wrong with progressive Christianity. Why do these progressives have such a problem with Paul? Plus, Father Ricky recommends books for those who want to learn about Anglicanism.
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