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Let the Bird Fly!

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A podcast about living freely in a world given back to us
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Episodes

Episode 330: Ordinary Time

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND THIRTY, Wade and Mike discuss the church year and "ordinary time." What is ordinary time? What is its focus? What does it mean for the Christian life? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Preorder Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug The Impossible Priz...

Jul 01, 202539 minEp. 330

Episode 329: Church and Ministry

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-NINE, Wade and Mike discuss church and ministry. What is the church and why does it exist? What does it have to offer the world? What is the ministry and why does it exist? How does it relate to vocation? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 151...

Jun 23, 202550 minEp. 329

Episode 328: Body and Soul

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHT, Wade and Mike discuss the relationship between body and soul. How do people try to separate the two? What does the Bible say about them? Why is it so important to get the whole person right? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Preo...

Jun 16, 202547 minEp. 328

Episode 327: Nostalgia

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SEVEN, Wade and Mike discuss nostalgia. Why do we experience it? What can we learn from it? What is its significance? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Preorder Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction...

Jun 09, 202539 minEp. 327

Episode 326: Time

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SIX, Wade and Mike discuss time. Why does time matter? What are the different ways of considering time? How does the Bible speak about time? How does the church look at it? Why do past, present, and future all matter all the time for the Christian? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Fr...

Jun 03, 202544 minEp. 326

Episode 325: Liberal Arts

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIVE, Wade and Mike discuss the liberal arts, their history, and why they matter today as much (or more) than ever, especially for Christians. The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Celebrate 2,000 Episodes of Christian History Almanac! The ...

May 28, 202551 minEp. 325

Episode 324: Cruciformed

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FOUR, Wade and Mike discuss the formation project on which they've been working. They outline their approach, explain some of what brought the project into being, what each is doing for the book, and how they go about writing. The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Educati...

May 20, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 324

Episode 323: Stories

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-THREE, Wade and Mike are joined by Mark Paustian and Lauren Dunn to discuss stories. Why are stories so useful for evangelism? How do the Scriptures use stories? What is it about stories that captures our attentions? Why have humans delighted to tell stories for as long as they've been around? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple P...

May 14, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 323

Wingin’ It 322.1: Faith, Fitness, Fellowship, Formation (Session 4, Walk, Water, Sun)

In SESSION FOUR of this new series, Wade discusses the importance of the basics. Why is it so important to walk? How much should we walk and when? Why do we need to drink water (and not just whatever else)? How much water should we drink? Why do we need to get outside, even in the cold? Since losing a lot of weight over the past year, many have asked why he has been doing so and how he has been doing it. This series will talk about that, but also hopefully focus more broadly on the relationship ...

May 09, 202518 min

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 10: We Believe (Creeds, Part Two)

In episode TEN of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade continues to discuss Chapter 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, beginning Section 2. Why do creeds matter? What is the role of the creeds? To what degree are they normative? Does one have to confess the creeds to be a Christian? We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church onlin...

May 08, 202514 min

Episode 322: Italy: Cradle of Western Christianity

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-TWO, Wade and Jason discuss Italy, its role in Western history and church history, its culture, and why we are so excited to be leading a trip there in March 2026. You can find out more about the trip here. The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1...

May 06, 202540 minEp. 322

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 9: We Believe (Creeds)

In episode NINE of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade continues to discuss Chapter 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, wrapping up Section 1, looking at Article II. Why is it important that I remember that not only do I believe, but we believe. What is the church's role in my faith? In what way can the church be understood as a mother. What is the importance of the creeds and how does the Apostles' Creed relate to the Nicene Creed? We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to ...

May 01, 202520 min

Wingin’ It 321.1: Faith, Fitness, Fellowship, Formation (Session 3, Strength Training vs. Cardio)

In SESSION THREE of this new series, Wade discusses the benefits of strength training as compared with cardio? Which one is best? How should one go about them depending on what they are hoping to do? How does Wade break up his strength training and why has he found that method helpful? Since losing a lot of weight over the past year, many have asked why he has been doing so and how he has been doing it. This series will talk about that, but also hopefully focus more broadly on the relationship b...

Apr 30, 202523 min

Episode 321: Every Sunday Easter

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-ONE, Wade, Jason, and Mike discuss Easter and why every Sunday is a celebration of Easter. What does that. mean for the life of the church? What does it mean for the life of the Christian? How does it relate to the other festivals of the church year? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - ...

Apr 29, 202521 minEp. 321

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 8: The Necessity of Faith and Perseverance in Faith

In episode EIGHT of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade and Jason continue to discuss the first article of third chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Is faith necessary? How does one persevere in faith? What does faith deliver to us? We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here. Show Notes:...

Apr 24, 202530 min

Wingin’ It 320.1: Faith, Fitness, Fellowship, Formation (Session 2, Numbers)

In SESSION TWO of this new series, Wade discusses the numbers involved in making healthy changers. What should we measure? What shouldn't we measure? Why measure anything at all? Since losing a lot of weight over the past year, many have asked why he has been doing so and how he has been doing it. This series will talk about that, but also hopefully focus more broadly on the relationship between faith, fitness, and fellowship in formation. We hope you enjoy the series and this episode! Show Note...

Apr 23, 202531 min

Episode 320: Romans 9 (God's Gracious Election)

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY, Wade, Jason, and Mike discuss Romans 9 and what Paul has to say about election. Who is elected? Why? What for? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Celebrate 2,000 Episodes of Christian History Almanac! The Impossible Prize: A Theology of...

Apr 22, 202540 minEp. 320

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 7: Faith as Gift, Freedom, and Reason

In episode SEVEN of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade continues to discuss the third chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events...

Apr 17, 202521 min

Wingin’ It 319.1: Faith, Fitness, Fellowship, Formation (Session 1, Wake-Up Calls)

In SESSION ONE of this new series, Wade discusses what prompted him to make changes in his diet, fitness, spiritual practices, and daily schedule in order to improve his health and lifestyle. Since losing a lot of weight over the past year, many have asked why he has been doing so and how he has been doing it. This series will talk about that, but also hopefully focus more broadly on the relationship between faith, fitness, and fellowship in formation. We hope you enjoy the series and this episo...

Apr 15, 202523 min

Episode 319: Education and Formation

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND NINETEEN, Wade and Mike discuss what it. means to be educated and why it involves more than classrooms and data. What is education? How is it connected with formation? How does it involve God? How does it involve neighbor? Is it active or passive? How does our anthropology impact how we approach it? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Po...

Apr 15, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 319

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 6: Man's Response to God, Faith, Abraham, and Mary

In episode SIX of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade and Jason discuss the first few sections of the third chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which focuses on faith as man's response to God, using Abraham and Mary as examples. We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here. Show Notes: Sup...

Apr 10, 202533 min

Episode 318: Categories

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND EIGHTEEN, Wade, Mike, and Jason discuss the importance of categories. Why do we need them? What happens if we have the wrong ones or need new ones? How do we know what to file where? How do our categories impact our thought and life? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Educati...

Apr 08, 202548 minEp. 318

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 5: Sacred Scripture

In episode FIVE of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade and Jason discuss Article 3 the second chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which focuses Sacred Scripture and its interpretation. We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517...

Apr 03, 202532 min

Episode 317: Lutherans, Sola Scriptura, and Tradition

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND SEVENTEEN, Wade and Jason discuss the Lutheran approach to tradition and how this relates to the Reformation slogan sola scriptura (scripture alone). Does tradition have authority? Are all traditions the same? Is scripture the only authority in the church? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - F...

Apr 01, 202527 minEp. 317

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 4: The Transmission of Divine Revelation

In episode FOUR of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade discusses Article 2 the second chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which focuses upon the transmission of divine revelation and that the relationship between Scripture, tradition, and the magisterium of the Roman Church. We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online,...

Mar 27, 202532 min

Episode 316: Faith and Works; Paul and James, Abraham and Moses

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND SIXTEEN, Wade and Jason discuss God's covenants and the relationship between works and faith. Do Paul and James disagree? What do Abraham and Moses teach us? Are there different ways of being saved? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Pre-order:...

Mar 25, 202555 minEp. 316

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 3: The Revelation of God

In episode THREE of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade and Jason discusses the second chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which focuses upon the revelation of God. We hope you enjoy the episode and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together more in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here.

Mar 20, 202533 min

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 2: Man's Search for God

In episode TWO of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade discusses the first chapter of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which focuses upon man's search for God. We hope you enjoy the episodes and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together in episodes to come. If you want to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church online, you can find it here and here.

Mar 19, 202528 min

Episode 315: Faith for Our Times

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN, Wade and Mike discuss what it means to read and apply the scriptures in different times. What does it mean to have a faith for our times? Does the faith change? Do the scriptures' answers change? How does the church faithfully preach and teach in each age without being of each age? The guys discuss all this and more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 15...

Mar 18, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 315

One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 1: Introductions

In episode ONE of One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Wade introduces us to this new podcast, why he's doing it, his background, and the plan going forward. We hope you enjoy the introduction and look forward to exploring the One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic faith together in episodes to come.

Mar 17, 202527 min
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