Faithful Echoes: Faith and Formation from St. Luke's Episcopal Church | Cleveland, Tennessee
This podcast is a collection of sermons and classes offered by Fr. Joel Huffstetler and others at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Cleveland, Tennessee.St. Luke's is a vibrant and welcoming congregation in historic downtown Cleveland, Tennessee. We are a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion and are committed to empowering a diverse community to enact the transformational love of God in the world. Our doors are open to all, regardless of religious background, political affiliation, race, gender, or sexual identity. Come worship with us and experience what makes St. Luke's home to so many. To learn more about St. L...
The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden | Week 4
The 2026 Fall Teaching Series this year is “The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a four-week series exploring themes from Allen Levi’s 2025 book, Theo of Golden. Through reflection and conversation, the series will consider the beauty of ordinary life, the practice of attention, the gift of friendship, and the ways grace meets us in the daily art of living.
The series runs for four weeks on Tuesdays through October 27th, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for light refreshments. Nursery is provided...
The Nature of Ministry | 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, October 25, 2026
The Nature of Ministry | 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, October 25, 2026
Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18 | Psalm 1:1-6 | 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 | Matthew 22:34-46
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The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden | Week 3
The 2026 Fall Teaching Series this year is “The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a four-week series exploring themes from Allen Levi’s 2025 book, Theo of Golden. Through reflection and conversation, the series will consider the beauty of ordinary life, the practice of attention, the gift of friendship, and the ways grace meets us in the daily art of living.
The series runs for four weeks on Tuesdays through October 27th, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for light refreshments. Nursery is provided...
A Necessary Means of Grace and Growth | St. Luke's Day, October 18, 2026
A Necessary Means of Grace and Growth | St. Luke's Day, October 18, 2026
Ecclesiasticus 38:1-4, 6-10, 12-14 | Psalm 147:1-7 | 2 Timothy 4:5-13 | Luke 4:14-21
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The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden | Week 2
 The 2026 Fall Teaching Series this year is “The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a four-week series exploring themes from Allen Levi’s 2025 book, Theo of Golden. Through reflection and conversation, the series will consider the beauty of ordinary life, the practice of attention, the gift of friendship, and the ways grace meets us in the daily art of living.
The series runs for four weeks on Tuesdays through October 27th, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for light refreshments. Nursery is provided...
The Practice of Rejoicing in the Lord | 20th Sunday after Pentecost, October 11, 2026
The Practice of Rejoicing in the Lord | 20th Sunday after Pentecost, October 11, 2026
Isaiah 25:1-9 | Psalm 23:1-6 | Philippians 4:1-9 | Matthew 22:1-14
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The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden | Week 1
The 2026 Fall Teaching Series this year is “The Art of Living: Spiritual Meditations on Theo of Golden”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a four-week series exploring themes from Allen Levi’s 2025 book, Theo of Golden. Through reflection and conversation, the series will consider the beauty of ordinary life, the practice of attention, the gift of friendship, and the ways grace meets us in the daily art of living.
The series runs for four weeks on Tuesdays through October 27th, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for light refreshments. Nursery is provided...
Pressing On | 19th Sunday after Pentecost, October 4, 2026
Isaiah 5:1-7 | Psalm 80:7-14 | Philippians 3:4b-14 | Matthew 21:33-46
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2026 Lenten Series, Session 6 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 31, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 6 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 31, 2026Â
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today.Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for ligh...
2026 Lenten Series, Session 5 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 24, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 5 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 24, 2026Â
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today.Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for ligh...
2026 Lenten Series, Session 4 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 17, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 4 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 17, 2026Â
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today.Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for ligh...
"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 3 | Dr. Matthew Melton, March 8, 2026
"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 3 | Dr. Matthew Melton, March 8, 2026
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"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 2 | Dr. Matthew Melton, March 1, 2026
"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 2 | Dr. Matthew Melton, March 1, 2026
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"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 1 | Dr. Matthew Melton, February 22, 2026
"The Unspoken Sermons of George McDonald" - Week 1 | Dr. Matthew Melton, February 22, 2026
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2026 Lenten Series, Session 3 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 10, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 3 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 10, 2026Â
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today.Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for ligh...
2026 Lenten Series, Session 2 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 3, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 2 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | March 3, 2026Â
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today.Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet for ligh...
2026 Lenten Series, Session 1 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | February 24, 2026
2026 Lenten Series, Session 1 - Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene | February 24, 2026
The 2026 Lenten Series is “Apostle to the Apostles: Biblical Meditations on Mary Magdalene.” Fr. Joel will offer a series of reflections exploring the scriptural witness, historical context, and theological significance of Mary Magdalene, examining her role as disciple, witness, and bearer of the Resurrection, and considering how her story continues to speak to faith, vocation, and hope today. Â
The series runs for six weeks on Tuesdays during Lent, from 6:00 PM—7:15 PM in the Parish Hall. There will be a si...
The Full Blast of the Gospel | 1st Sunday after the Epiphany, January 11, 2026
The Full Blast of the Gospel | 1st Sunday after the Epiphany, January 11, 2026
Isaiah 42:1-9 | Psalm 29 | Acts 10:34-43 | Matthew 3:13-17
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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Jesus is Not Static | 2nd Sunday of Christmas, January 4, 2026
Jesus is Not Static | 2nd Sunday of Christmas, January 4, 2026
Jeremiah 31:7-14 | Psalm 84:1-8 | Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-19a | Luke 2:41-52
Lectors: Ginger Mullican, Mary Beth Mitchell
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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No Higher Compliment... | 1st Sunday of Christmas, December 28, 2025
No Higher Compliment... | 1st Sunday of Christmas, December 28, 2025
Isaiah 61:10-62:3 | Psalm 147:13-21 | Galatians 3:23-35, 4:4-7 | John 1:1-18
Lectors: Stephanie Taylor, Hannah Parson
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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A Prayer for Us All | 4th Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2025
A Prayer for Us All | 4th Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2025
Isaiah 7:10-16 | Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18 | Romans 1:1-7 | Matthew 1:18-25
Lector: Coral Norwood
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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Stephen Humphries, Hammered Dulcimer | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 17, 2025
Stephen Humphries, Hammered Dulcimer | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 17, 2025
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An Advent Meditation for December 16, 2025
An Advent Meditation for December 16, 2025
Canticle 15 | James 5:7-10Â
Lector: Caroline Berk
Meditation: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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"Carols in the Choir Loft" | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 10, 2025
"Carols in the Choir Loft" | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 10, 2025
Featuring Dr. Andrea Dismukes, Dr. Devon Howard, and the St. Luke's Adult Choir
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An Advent Meditation for December 9, 2025
An Advent Meditation for December 9, 2025
Psalm 72:1-7,18-19 | Romans 15:4-13Â
Lector: Caroline Berk
Meditation: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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What Makes for Peace and Mutual Understanding | 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025
What Makes for Peace and Mutual Understanding | 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025
Isaiah 11:1-10 | Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 | Romans 15:4-13 | Matthew 3:1-12
Lectors: Ginger Mullican, Nicole Rodriguez
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffsetler
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"The Spirituality of the Prayer Book" - Week 4 | Dr. Nathan Napier, December 2, 2025
"The Spirituality of the Prayer Book" - Week 4 | Dr. Nathan Napier, December 2, 2025
Join us for “The Spirituality of the Prayer Book: An Invitation to Come and Pray”. Dr. Nathan Napier will lead a four-week seminar inviting us into the living wisdom of The Book of Common Prayer. More than a service book, the prayer book is a map a guide to living a deeper, richer spiritual life rooted in Scripture, shaped by centuries of Christian tradition, and oriented toward love of God and neighbor.Â
Together, we will explore how the Prayer Book forms a pattern of li...
Dr. Devon Howard, Organist | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 3, 2025
Dr. Devon Howard, Organist | Bach's Lunch and Concert Series, December 3, 2025
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An Advent Meditation for December 2, 2025
An Advent Meditation for December 2, 2025
Psalm 122 | Romans 13:11-14Â
Lector: Caroline Berk
Meditation: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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It Is Later Than It Has Ever Been | 1st Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025
It Is Later Than It Has Ever Been | 1st Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025
Isaiah 2:1-5 | Psalm 122 | Romans 13:11-14 | Matthew 24:36-44
Lectors: Nathan Napier, Eli Napier
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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"The Spirituality of the Prayer Book" - Week 3 | Dr. Nathan Napier, November 18, 2025
Join us for “The Spirituality of the Prayer Book: An Invitation to Come and Pray”. Dr. Nathan Napier will lead a four-week seminar inviting us into the living wisdom of The Book of Common Prayer. More than a service book, the prayer book is a map a guide to living a deeper, richer spiritual life rooted in Scripture, shaped by centuries of Christian tradition, and oriented toward love of God and neighbor.Â
Together, we will explore how the Prayer Book forms a pattern of life with God through three central practices: the rhythm of the Christian year, the r...
"The Spirituality of the Prayer Book" - Week 2 | Dr. Nathan Napier, November 11, 2025
Join us for “The Spirituality of the Prayer Book: An Invitation to Come and Pray”. Dr. Nathan Napier will lead a four-week seminar inviting us into the living wisdom of The Book of Common Prayer. More than a service book, the prayer book is a map a guide to living a deeper, richer spiritual life rooted in Scripture, shaped by centuries of Christian tradition, and oriented toward love of God and neighbor.Â
Together, we will explore how the Prayer Book forms a pattern of life with God through three central practices: the rhythm of the Christian year, the r...
"The Spirituality of the Prayer Book" - Week 1 | Dr. Nathan Napier, November 4, 2025
Join us for “The Spirituality of the Prayer Book: An Invitation to Come and Pray”. Dr. Nathan Napier will lead a four-week seminar inviting us into the living wisdom of The Book of Common Prayer. More than a service book, the prayer book is a map a guide to living a deeper, richer spiritual life rooted in Scripture, shaped by centuries of Christian tradition, and oriented toward love of God and neighbor.Â
Together, we will explore how the Prayer Book forms a pattern of life with God through three central practices: the rhythm of the Christian year, the r...
EfM - The Lord's Prayer Repeated
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"Holy Imagination: Learning to Fall in Love with Scriptures" | November 2, 2025
"Holy Imagination: Learning to Fall in Love with Scriptures" | November 2, 2025
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The Construction of Character - Week 5 | 2025 Inquirers' Class, October 28, 2025
The Construction of Character - Week 5 | 2025 Inquirers' Class, October 28, 2025
The 2025 Inquirers’ Series this year is “The Construction of Character: Meditations on 1 Corinthians 13”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a five-week series of meditations on 1 Corinthians 13. Each session will reflect on how Paul’s vision of love can serve as a foundation for Christian life and practice. Through this passage we will consider the shape of faith, the meaning of hope, and the call to live with love at the center of our daily walk.
The series is offered to the whole parish, and offers a clear and thou...
The Construction of Character - Week 4 | 2025 Inquirers' Class, October 21, 2025
The Construction of Character - Week 4 | 2025 Inquirers' Class, October 21, 2025
The 2025 Inquirers’ Series this year is “The Construction of Character: Meditations on 1 Corinthians 13”. Fr. Joel Huffstetler will lead a five-week series of meditations on 1 Corinthians 13. Each session will reflect on how Paul’s vision of love can serve as a foundation for Christian life and practice. Through this passage we will consider the shape of faith, the meaning of hope, and the call to live with love at the center of our daily walk.
The series is offered to the whole parish, and offers a clear and thou...
A Hard-Hitting Gospel | All Saints' Sunday, November 2, 2025
A Hard-Hitting Gospel | All Saints' Sunday, November 2, 2025
Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18 | Psalm 149 | Ephesians 1:11-23 | Luke 6:20-31
Lectors: Hannah Parson, Mary Beth Mitchell
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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"History Matters" by David McCullough - FOLA BOOK REVIEW | October 17, 2025
"History Matters" by David McCullough - FOLA BOOK REVIEW | October 17, 2025
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Keep the Message Alive | St. Luke's Day Celebration, October 26, 2025
Keep the Message Alive | St. Luke's Day Celebration, October 26, 2025
Ecclesiasticus 38:1-4, 6-10, 12-14 | Psalm 147:1-7 | 2 Timothy 4:5-13 | Luke 4:14-21
Lectors: Jennifer Matthews, Debbie Huffstetler
Sermon: Fr. Joel Huffstetler
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