Anglican Perspective

At Provincial Council 2026, delegates unanimously approved comprehensive revisions to Title IV, the canons that govern church discipline in the Anglican Church in North America. The vote marked the culmination of years of work, consultation, and refinement by the ACNA Governance Task Force and leaders from across the Province. In this episode of Anglican Perspective, Canon Andrew Rowell, Director of Anglican Governance Ministries, joins Canon Mark Eldredge to discuss the journey that led to t...

In this episode of the Anglican Perspective Podcast, Canon Mark Eldredge sits down in Oxford, England with Susie Leafe, Director of Anglican Futures UK, for a thoughtful conversation on the future of global Anglicanism in the wake of recent developments across the Communion. Together, they discuss the installation of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, the response of Gafcon and Global South leaders, the growing realignment within worldwide Anglicanism, and the challenges facing faithful Anglic...

On this very special episode, Canon Mark sits down with the Dean of the ACNA, the Rt. Rev. Julian Dobbs, to talk about the Gafcon G26 Council meeting in Abuja, Nigeria. What happened here, and what was the reaction on the ground? How does this Global Anglican Communion affect the life of those in the North American church, and where will we go from here?

In this episode of Anglican Perspective, we’re joined by Georgette Forney, President of Anglicans for Life, to discuss the growing importance of bioethics for the Church today. Drawing on insights from Anglicans for Life’s recent bioethics seminar, the conversation explores how Christians can think biblically and pastorally about complex issues surrounding life, dignity, and moral decision-making. This episode offers clarity, practical wisdom, and a framework for engaging bioethical questions...

In the latest episode, Canon Mark Eldredge sits down with Bishop Phil Ashey as he reflects on the recent meeting of the College of Bishops and the significance of the communiqué that followed. He offers context for the bishops’ call to fast-track revisions to Title IV, explains the importance of the newly convened joint meeting of the ACNA Executive Committee and the College of Bishops, and considers what a more conciliar approach to leadership could mean for the life of the Province. Listen ...

In this episode, Canon Mark speaks with Canon Andrew Rowell about the Court for the Trial of a Bishop’s decision in the case of Bishop Stewart Ruch. They walk through the Court’s order, explaining what the Court was asked to decide, how the Title IV process functioned, and why the Court unanimously found Bishop Ruch not guilty on all charges. The conversation also looks ahead, reflecting on lessons from the trial and the need for careful, transparent revisions to Title IV. The goal is clarity...

What the province needs now more than ever is renewal in the power and confidence of the Holy Spirit. Not only the province, but the world does, too. It's only through His power that the Gospel Mission to bring the transforming love of Jesus Christ to North America will come about. In this Anglican Perspective, the Rev. Canon Mark Eldredge interviews Mr. Kyle Spradley, director of SOMA USA, and the Rev Clancy Nixon, on the upcoming Rehydrate Conference.

Canon Mark interviews long-time friend and ministry partner of the AAC, Susie Leafe, Director of Anglican Futures. They discuss the election of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, the responses in England on the ground both inside and outside the Church of England, and the possible unity this may bring to the Global Anglican Communion.

Canon Mark and the Rev. Clancy Nixon talk with the Rev. Philip DeGray Warter at New Wineskins 2025. They talk about the ongoing mission in the UK, church planting efforts, challenges, and victories as believers in England try to make sense of all the changes and difficulties found in the Church of England. Despite these difficulties, growth is happening through the power and work of God.

Canon Mark records live at New Wineskins 2025 as he sits down at New Wineskins with Kate Harris, Director of Outreach and Development for the Anglican Church in North America to talk about ministry partnerships between the province and ministries like the AAC. What does that mean going forward and how does ministry partnership bear on the life of the province?

Canon Mark interviews the Rev. Cn. Andrew Rowell, Director of the AAC's Anglican Governance Ministries and Chair of the ACNA Governance Taskforce. He talks about the two important subjects of today's Taskforce presentation: Title I and Title IV. Why do they matter? What do they mean for the life of the Church? And how can everyone in the province, at every level of the Church, get involved in crafting these canons in the coming year?

Canon Mark is together again with Bishop Phil Ashey, coming to our listeners from Ambridge, PA and Trinity Anglican Seminary on the opening night of Provincial Council 2025. Bishop Phil shares his experience at his first College of Bishops meeting since his consecration and his thoughts on the upcoming Council.

On this episode, Canon Mark Eldredge talks with Bishop-Elect Phil Ashey on the eve of his consecration as Bishop of the Diocese of Western Anglicans. They discuss the process of becoming a bishop, the role of a bishop, Phil's continuing work at the AAC, and how this whole transition has been coming together for him and his family.

In this three part series, Canon Phil Ashey and Canon Mark Eldredge spend some time with the Rev. David Hanke to talk about the needs of Anglican churches all across North America and their mission of reaching people with the transforming love of Jesus Christ. We asked him to identify the biblical values, principles, and processes that any congregation of any size anywhere can draw upon to become a healthy, mission-focused, multi-generational, family-friendly Anglican church. (Part 3 of 3)

In this three part series, Canon Phil Ashey and Canon Mark Eldredge spend some time with the Rev. David Hanke to talk about the needs of Anglican churches all across North America and their mission of reaching people with the transforming love of Jesus Christ. We asked him to identify the biblical values, principles, and processes that any congregation of any size anywhere can draw upon to become a healthy, mission-focused, multi-generational, family-friendly Anglican church. This week we spe...

In this three part series, Canon Phil Ashey and Canon Mark Eldredge spend some time with the Rev. David Hanke to talk about the needs of Anglican churches all across North America and their mission of reaching people with the transforming love of Jesus Christ. We asked him to identify the biblical values, principles, and processes that any congregation of any size anywhere can draw upon to become a healthy, mission-focused, multi-generational, family-friendly Anglican church. (Part 1 of 3)

Canon Phil talks with Susie Leafe of Anglican Futures UK while at ACNA Assembly 2024. They discuss the situation in the Church of England, the election of a new ACNA archbishop, the significance of Assembly 2024, and the meeting in Cairo with the Global South.

Canon Phil reports to you a second time from Wittenberg, Germany, at the Wittenberg Center for Reformational Theology. This second week of their gathering, the Anderson Trane Fellows are participating in a cohort at the Center to delve deeper into the English Reformation and how it was affected by Lutheran and other influences coming into England from the Continent. Canon Phil talks this week to the Revs. Ife Ojetayo and Bryan Biba on the Fellows program, Cranmer, and the future of Anglicanism.

Canon Phil reports to you from Wittenberg, Germany, at the Wittenberg Center for Reformational Theology. This week, the Anderson Trane Fellows are participating in a cohort at the Center to delve deeper into Luther's Reformation and how it affected English reformational thought. Canon Phil talks this week to the Rev. Cn. Dr. Jonathan Bailes on the Fellows program, Luther, and the future of Anglicanism.

In this episode, Canon Phil talks with the Rev. Philip DeGray Warter of the Anglican Network in England. How do we partner together within the Anglican Communion to preach Christ faithfully to the nations, and what might it look like for Gafcon and the Global South Fellowship of Confessing Anglicans (GSFA) to work together? How we answer these questions at a global level affects our life at the local level within our Anglican churches.

Canon Phil talks with the Rev. Canon Charles Raven of the Relay Trust during their time at the Global South Bishops Formation training program in Uganda. They describe the kind of work that the GSFA bishops are doing through this training, the issues being tackled, and the foundation being laid for the first General Assembly of the Global South in Cairo, Egypt 2024. Both canons were invited to help resource the Global South through their respective work with the AAC and Relay Trust and descri...

During the American Anglican Council's visit to St. Timothy’s Anglican Church in Marshall TX, we had the privilege of sitting down with two of their key leaders: their Rector Fr. Sean Duncan and Mrs. Edwina Thomas to hear more from their story of moving out of the Episcopal Church and into the Anglican Church in North America.

Canon Phil, Canon Mark, and Dean Andrew Rowell talk about their thoughts on Gafcon, the Kigali Commitment, and the future of the Anglican Communion.

Canon Phil interviews the Rev. Cn. Dr. Alison Barfoot, the Archbishop of Uganda’s Assistant for International Relations and Director of Communications. They discuss the work of God in Uganda through partnership with both Gafcon and the Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches, as well as her thoughts on Gafcon Kigali and the ministry happening here today.

Canon Mark speaks with the Very Rev. Andrew Rowell, Trustee of the American Anglican Council, from Gafcon Kigali in Rwanda. They talk about what they've been seeing on the ground, the first couple days of the conference, and their hope for the future of Gafcon and the Global Anglican Communion.

In this episode, you’ll hear directly from newly consecrated Bishop Alex Farmer (Gulf-Atlantic), along with those of the Dean of the ACNA College of Bishops, Bishop Kevin Allen (Cascadia), and Bishop Clark Lowenfield (Western Gulf-Coast), all of whom attended our latest Bishops Leadership Academy. What do the bishops of the ACNA perceive to be the greatest issues we are facing as a Church today? How can the ACNA possibly hold together with so many differences and divisions over so many ...

During his trip to Uganda to be with the leaders of the Church of Uganda, Canon Phil got to sit down with Bishop Alfred Olwa about the work of Gospel ministry in Uganda, the Global Communion and the fighting against false teaching, and how to move forward in faith for the sake of the world.

In this episode, Canon Phil interviews the Archbishop of All Uganda, the Most Rev. Stephen Kaziimba, during the AAC's visit to the Church of Uganda and the Ugandan House of Bishops. Canon Phil asks hard questions about new prayers for same-sex blessings in the Church of England, the state of the Global Anglican Communion, discipleship in the Church of Uganda, and others! You will hear Archbishop Steven's candid, transparent, and thoroughly biblical response to these questions and m...

In this special podcast, Canon Phil summarizes the current events in today's Anglican Communion. The past few months have seen some significant occurrences that will affect the Church's future: the conclusion of Lambeth Conference 2022, the appointment of a homosexual dean for Canterbury Cathedral, the Global South and Gafcon's responses, the consecration of four new bishops for Europe outside of Canterbury's authority, and the transference of Abp. Felix Orji of Nigeria's diocese to the ACNA....

The AAC visits New Wineskins 2022 at the Ridgecrest Conference Center in Asheville, NC. Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about their experience at this missions conference with Anglicans from around the world, how the AAC plugged in to what participants are doing around the world, and how those here were able to plug in to what the AAC is doing around the world!

Canon Phil reports from the first Formed Conference to take place in Chattanooga, TN at the Anglican Church of the Redeemer. He talks with keynote speakers like Hans Boersma, Adam MacLeod, and Gerald McDermott, as well as young leaders who are church planting and pastoring in the midst of today's cultural confusion. How does critical theory, issues on social justice and human sexuality, and the nature of truth affect the day to day life of local parishes struggling to survive? These big quest...

Canon Phil finds some clarity in an interview with Archbishop James Wong (Indian Ocean), who sits on the Global South Steering Committee and signed their Communique. Susie Leafe, of Anglican Futures, and Canon Phil both spoke with him shortly after leaving the official Lambeth press room, and he details the stance of the Global South, the challenges they will face moving forward, and the hope they have in Christ.

Canon Phil once again reports to you from Lambeth 2022. Here we have three additional interviews with Global South bishops, who this time delve into where the Anglican Communion can head if the holy remnant remains biblically faithful and missional. They share their perspectives on Lambeth, the work and mission of the Global South, and how we can move forward in faith and hope.

Canon Phil reports to you from Lambeth 2022 in Canterbury, UK. Here we have three amazing interviews with Global South bishops, who share their perspectives on Lambeth, the struggles between conservatives and progressives in the Anglican Communion, the work and mission of the Global South, and how we can move forward in faith and hope.

In this episode, Canon Phil talks with Bishop Thad Barnum and the Rev. Geoff Chapman on an upcoming conference that illustrates the work of soul care currently going on in the AAC's clergy care groups. They delve into the four directions of spiritual growth and how they're implemented in personal discipleship, especially as it pertains to our leaders and pastors. They also talk about how both clergy and laity can get involved in this process of spiritual growth.

The Rev. Cn. Phil Ashey interviews Dr. Samuel Bray, professor at Notre Dame and co-leader of the Anglican Legal Society; and Brad Littlejohn, the President and Founder of the Davenant Institute and author of Reformation Theology. They discuss the relevance of the Davenant Institute’s work as it bridges the gap between solid catechesis and the work of the local church.

Canon Phil introduces Dr. Adam MacLeod, in a special lecture for the AAC at All Saints Anglican Church in Peachtree City, GA. Here Adam speaks about the importance of knowing how to answer the question, "What does it mean to be human?" and to understand why people are finding new ways to answer it, apart from the ways revealed to us in Scripture. The implications to how we answer this question affect our whole society, from cultural norms, to worldviews, to law, and to religion. Dr. Ma...

Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about The American Anglican Council's Daniel Declaration. Why now? Why Daniel? The American Anglican Council is dedicated to developing faithful leaders, equipping local congregations, and always reforming the Church. This declaration, in the spirit of Daniel and for the Anglican Church, is meant to do just that, bringing biblically-faithful principles that can help shape the Anglican church of the future.

What's the big deal about church law? Isn't it just a bunch of dusty rules and regulations that people don't really know and shouldn't really care about? Canon Phil talks with the Hon. George Peagler and Samuel Bray, directors of the Anglican Legal Society, on the importance and relevance of canon law today, especially for the Anglican Church in North America.

The Rev. Cn. Phil Ashey interviews the Rev. Geoff Chapman on the importance of Clergy Care as the church faces a deficit of character in leadership. Going further up towards God and further in towards self-awareness and examination leads to Spirit-led growth in Christian formation.

In this episode Canon Phil interviews Adam MacLeod, Professor of Law at Faulkner University and Research Fellow at the Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy, as well as a trustee of the American Anglican Council. He brings his expertise on critical theory and its implications on the American legal system and religious landscape.

The episode is a very special interview that focuses on the years 2004-2009 when the Common Cause Partnership, moderated by Archbishop Emeritus Robert Duncan, produced a remarkable statement of biblical and theological essentials to ultimately unite Anglicans across many historical divides. This interview is part of a larger project by the AAC to record for posterity, the people, events, and values that helped lead and shape our Anglican Province.

In this episode, Canon Phil talks with the Rt. Rev. Thad Barnum about his lifelong work on caring for the souls of leaders and clergy in the Church. How can we measure real success in a church's life? By the character and inner qualities that each leader has. Too often the American Church sees membership numbers or spiritual gifting as measures of success, but the inner life of the minister is ignored. Bishop Thad talks with Phil about coming back to the heart of true Gospel ministry.

In this episode, Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about Compassion and Social Justice and the most recent article written by the Rev. Robert Munday. They also discuss various current events in the Anglican world and give thanks for the blessings that God has poured out on the Church.

The Rev. Canon Dr. Ashley Null is an internationally respected and highly awarded scholar on the grace and gratitude theology of the English Reformation. He recently spoke at the American Anglican Council Nehemiah Society donor dinner, which showed him doing what he does best: giving glory to God while illuminating the scriptures and encouraging his hearers to put them into practice as we journey onward in the faith. Join Canon Phil in this week's podcast to listen on on what Dr. Null has to ...

The Rev. Canon Phil Ashey interviews Ms. Rachel Thebeau, Deputy Communications Director of the Anglican Church in North America and an AAC Next Generation Leader, on what she perceives are the challenges facing the ACNA and its mission of reaching North America with the transforming love of Jesus Christ.

In the midst of what seems like daily disappointments, scandal, and concerns with leadership, how can the Church maintain the unity of the faith, the necessity of bishops, and the character required for leadership? Canon Phil Ashey talks to Beverly Mueffelmann, director of the Daniel Institute and the Bishops Leadership Academy to talk more about how Bishops are being raised up to help strengthen the Church into the next generation.

Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about the latest developments in the ACNA College of Bishops, with new bishops stepping down, ongoing investigations, and a continued look into the discipline and character of our leaders. How do we help clergy struggling with sin and how do we raise up a new and healthy generation of leaders for the church of today?

Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about Provincial Council and some of the issues touched upon by ACNA Archbishop Foley Beach and the Church at large. What are some of the issues of the day that Provincial Council touched upon and how does the Church move forward into this coming year?

Canon Mark and Canon Phil report from ACNA Provincial Council 2021 at the Cove Billy Graham Center in Asheville, North Carolina. They touch upon some of the conversations currently in play among the province's leadership and the implications of this year's council for the whole Church.

Canon Phil and Canon Mark talk about the Holy Spirit's place in Anglican renewal. How do you seek the Spirit's presence and empowerment without becoming distracted by emotionalism or a focus on spiritual experiences? The Anglican way forms safety net of doctrine and practice in which we can seek the Holy Spirit for personal, communal, and global renewal.

Canon Phil Ashey interviews writer and reporter, Rev. Andrew Symes, of the Anglican Network in England on today's cultural issues pitting the Church against a standard secular orthodoxy of the day. How is the Church to respond in this new era?

In this episode, Canon Phil Ashey interviews Mr. Rich Baker, a Christian attorney from Chicago, Illinois, whose law practice focuses on helping churches and not-for-profit organizations navigate the complexities of today’s highly regulated environment. How does the Equality Act affect Christians already struggling to make sense of the new cultural norms?

Canon Phil interviews Canon Mark Eldredge on the launch of Anglican Revitalization Ministries and its three services offered to pastors and church leaders across North America: Revive, Reframe, and Renew. Learn how Canon Mark and others are engaging the process of revitalizing churches in decline and helping them prosper in order to leave a thriving Anglican legacy for the next generation.

How does the Church talk about the issues dividing it today in a way that maintains the truth found in the Scriptures but also reaches out in love to both unbelievers and believers struggling with their faith? Language matters. How can we begin to think about it as we strengthen our own faith while turning outward with the Gospel for the sake of others?

Anglican Perspective puts you on the frontline of leadership development, church growth, and a global reformation. Stay tuned to the latest news and discussions happening in the Anglican Communion and see what the American Anglican Council is up to as it brings biblically-faithful, Great Commission Anglicanism to North America and the world. This is the pilot episode!