Living in the Church Jesus Built: Blinded by Assumptions (1st Set)

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In this episode, Father Deacon Ezra delves into the complex history and evolution of priesthood in Western Christianity, examining how it has led to the division of the sacred and the profane. The video explores the Protestant Reformation, the invention of the printing press, and the implications of Martin Luther's actions on the Priesthood of Believers. Using biblical references, the session discusses the mystical priesthood of Melchizedek and the New Testament teachings about Jesus Christ as the High Priest. The audience is further introduced to the profound story of St. Mary of Egypt, illustrating the sacredness of worship spaces. Finally, the episode discusses the importance of understanding the pattern of worship and sacred space prescribed by God in the Old and New Testaments.

00:00 Introduction to the Priesthood Assumption
02:14 Historical Divisions in Christianity
03:10 The Protestant Reformation and Its Impact
04:17 The Concept of the Priesthood of the Believer
07:29 The Evolution of Worship Spaces and Roles
10:11 The Melchizedek Priesthood in Scripture
14:07 Jesus Christ as the High Priest
31:08 The New Priesthood of Believers
36:12 Celebrating the Resurrection and the New Priesthood
39:39 Conclusion and Break
40:30 Resuming the Discussion on Assumptions
40:55 The Sacred and the Profane
43:50 The Decline of the Sacred in Modern Culture
51:15 The Story of Saint Mary of Egypt
01:02:58 The Pattern of Worship and Sacred Space
01:14:04 The Role of the Laity in Worship
01:19:35 Conclusion and Next Steps