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The Fathers Speak

Fr. John Fenton
Jesus Christ
John Chrysostom
Christianity
Gregory the Great
Leo the Great
Augustine
Holy Spirit
Augustine Of Hippo
God
Cyril Of Alexandria
Saint Augustine
Faith
Jesus
Fasting
St. Augustine
Bede the Venerable
Eucharist
Peter Chrysologus
John the Baptist
Almsgiving

Each day Fr. John Fenton reads a selection, fitted to the Western liturgical calendar, from one of the Fathers of the Church. 'The Fathers Speak' is a production of The Orthodox West. www.orthodoxwest.com

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Recent Guests

John Chrysostom
Father among the saints, early Church Father
Early Church
Episode: June 10, 2026
St Cyril of Jerusalem
Church Father and catechetical author
Early Christian Church
Episode: June 05, 2026
Saint Augustine
Father among the saints, Church Father
Church Father (Augustine of Hippo)
Episode: May 21, 2026
Augustine of Hippo
Church Father, author of the homily being read
Early Christian Church
Episode: May 17, 2026
Ephraim the deacon
Father among the saints, Ephraim the Deacon
Early Christian Father
Episode: April 18, 2026
Peter Chrysologus
Father among the saints, Church Father from the 5th century
Church Father
Episode: March 17, 2026
Ambrose of Milan
Early Church Father featured in the homily
Church Fathers
Episode: March 13, 2026
St. Maximus of Turin
Saint, Church Father
Church Fathers
Episode: March 10, 2026
Cyril of Alexandria
Father among the saints, Church Father
Early Christian Church
Episode: March 09, 2026

Host

Father John Fenton
Host of The Fathers Speak; presents daily patristic readings aligned with Western liturgical calendar.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Great, close to perfect…

    Love and appreciate this daily podcast. Short excerpts from the Fathers of the Church to follow the AWRV calendar. I love getting better acquainted with Western fathers like St Augustine, St Ambrose, and St Gregory the Great. My only critique (and only reason I give it 4 out of 5 stars instead of 5) is the inclusion of readings from Peter Damian and a few others who are not canonized in the Orthodox Church and who in my experience are not commemorated at the AWRV parish I attend, so I’m confused... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Edward_Tavares
    United States2 years ago
  • The father speak

    If you want to know the mind and the teachings of the church that Jesus Christ established in 33 A.D. this podcast gives that to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swzart
    United States6 years ago
  • Short, sweet, and deep

    This is the perfect format for hearing portions from the Church fathers every day in just a few short minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfefelstan
    United States7 years ago

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'The father speak'—clear, reverent and insightful reflection on church teachings.
'Great, close to perfect...'—devotional and traditional, with some concerns about non-canonized figures.
'Short, sweet, and deep'—concise, meaningful daily readings for a quick spiritual lift.

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What is The Fathers Speak about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This daily devotional podcast presents compact readings from early Church Fathers aligned with the Western liturgical calendar. Episodes center on theological themes like the Holy Spirit, Pentecost, and Christ's ongoing presence in worship and daily life, often pairing patristic excerpts with reflective commentary by the host. The format is calm, reverent, and scripturally anchored, making it suitable for listeners who want brief, meditative content that strengthens liturgical understanding and spiritual practice. A standout aspect is the consistent use of primary patristic sources across a wide range of authorities, which provides a steady, church-history-informed perspective for devotional listening.

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1. John Chrysostom
2. St Cyril of Jerusalem
3. Saint Augustine
4. Augustine of Hippo
5. Ephraim the deacon
6. Peter Chrysologus
7. Ambrose of Milan
8. St. Maximus of Turin

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