In this episode, Fr. Ryan Williams is joined by Mtr. Katherine Mansfield and they talk about how the church tells time, something that is very important in the Episcopal church and several denominations.

We unpack:

●      Linear time vs. spiral time—yes, we’re getting a little philosophical
●      Why Sundays aren’t just Sundays, and what it means to step out of Chronos and into Kairos 
●      How vestments, candles, and colors aren’t just aesthetics—they’re time cues
●      The full sweep of the liturgical year: from Advent anticipation to Pentecost fire to the long green stretch of Ordinary Time

Plus, we’ll explore how the liturgical calendar isn’t just for worship—it’s a way of life. It reshapes how we pray, how we wait, how we remember, and how we hope.

Whether you’re a lifelong Episcopalian or just church-curious, this episode will help you see time differently—sacredly.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a transitional deacon in the diocese of Kansas. She is the Curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State Univ.  She graduated from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (M.Div.) and Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She hopes to one day become an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. Ryan Williams  is the rector at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Joplin, MO.  In a previous life, he was an organic vegetable farmer and Baptist pastor.  In a previous life, he worked in student leadership and development at the university level.  He continues to have a passion for exploring the big questions of life and faith with people of all ages, but particularly students and young adults.  Ryan lives with his wife, Anna, their two kids, John Mark and Eleanor, and their dog, Scout.  When he isn’t taking Scout for runs or enjoying downtime with family, you can find Ryan rooting for the Milwaukee Bucks (basketball) and continually on the search for the perfect pizza dough recipe. 

Guest Bio: 

The Rev. Katherine Mansfield

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Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise