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Ancient Faith Presents - St. Katherine College

2012-02-09T13:41:03Z

On January 29, St. Katherine College hosted a Presidential Gala in San Diego for friends and benefactors of the new Orthodox college. John Maddex was there and filed this report.

Welcome Home!

2012-02-08T20:29:19Z

It was 25 years ago on Feb 8, 1987 that Metropolitan Philip uttered the now famous words "Welcome Home" to the first group of what would be 2000 Evangelicals into the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church. Below you can hear Fr. Peter Gillquist tell the story but he is first given a touching introduction by Paul Finley, the Director of Antiochian Village.

Vesting for Liturgy

2012-02-08T17:27:45Z

On a new Worship in Spirit and Truth, Fr. Thomas Hopko, Dean Emeritus of St. Vladimir's seminary, continues his discussion of the vestments worn by the clergy for the Divine Liturgy, this time addressing the "girding of strength" that is signified by the belt and the cuffs.

The Transfiguration of Place: An Orthodox Christian Vision of Localism

2012-02-07T19:58:21Z

In the next episode of Roads from Emmaus, Fr. Andrew Damick says we have become a global society of consumers at the expense of localism, which has real implications for our Christian faith.

God Sees the Heart: The Publican and the Pharisee

2012-02-06T13:46:03Z

As we begin preparing our hearts for the annual Lenten journey, the Church presents us with the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee. Fr. Tom Soroka reminds us that fulfilling God's commandments should not be a cause for pride, because humility teaches us that we are only doing our duty to Him as unprofitable servants.

Publican and Pharisee

2012-02-06T02:23:42Z

Fr. Tom Hopko teaches on the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee as we prepare for the Lenten season.

The Childhood of Jesus

2012-02-02T20:49:50Z

As we celebrate the Feast of the Entry into the Temple of our Lord, Fr. Tom Hopko reflects on the childhood of Jesus. What we know, what we don't know, and what we can surmise.

Conversations with Our Bishops

2012-02-01T03:13:27Z

Fr. Josiah Trenham serves as a member of the Secretariat of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America. He was commissioned by that body to conduct interviews with each of the Hierarchs in the Assembly of Bishops over the course of the next year. Listen here to his interview with Archbishop Joseph of the Antiochian Archdiocese of North America.

Toward an American Orthodox Church

2012-01-31T04:06:47Z

From December 2-3, 2011, St. Cyril Orthodox Christian Church in The Woodlands, Texas, hosted a symposium titled “Toward an American Orthodox Church.” Speakers included Protopresbyter Nicholas Triantafilou, Cynthia Kostas, Archimandrite Meletios Weber, and Mother Gabriella. Listen here to the opening presentation of Protopresbyter Nicholas Triantafilou.

New Hearts and Minds Series on Intercessory Prayer

2012-01-30T21:32:28Z

Fr. John Oliver has begun a new 10 part series on Intercessory Prayer: The Last Hope for the World. This thoughtful series describes the absolute importance of prayer in a world that is growing increasingly dark.

Distance Learning at the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies

2012-01-30T21:22:10Z

On a new Ancient Faith Presents, Bobby Maddex interviews Costas (Constantinos Athanasopoulos), the Director of Distance Learning at the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies in the UK, and Michael Basham, a recent graduate of this distance-learning program.

What’s Wrong with the World: An Inkling of a Response

2012-01-29T15:54:38Z

On January 28, 2012, St. George Cathedral in Wichita, Kansas, hosted the second annual Eighth Day Symposium. Sponsored by the Eight Day Institute in affiliation with Eighth Day Books, the event featured lecture on aspects of cultural renewal as discussed by C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and others comprising the Inklings. Listen to keynote speaker Dr. Ralph Wood here.

The Work of IOCC in Syria

2012-01-26T23:50:26Z

Syria is in the news a lot these days but what kind of work is being done by the Church in light of the current circumstances. You may be surprised. Listen as we talk with Samer Laham, the Director of the Department of Ecumenical Relations and Development for the Patriarchate of Antioch in Damascus. Samer also coordinates the humanitarian work of IOCC in the country.

Building Relationships Around Food

2012-01-26T17:47:54Z

"Wheat, Wine, and Oil" is back! Join Martha Condra, a freelance recipe developer, food writer, and food stylist, as she brings her Orthodox faith to the market, the kitchen, and the family table. Here Martha looks back on 2011, remembering the many relationships she built this past year through food.

Ancient Faith Radio Android App!

2012-01-25T17:03:11Z

We are very pleased to announce that the Ancient Faith Radio android app is now available! Listen to our streaming music and talk stations from your android-based phone or tablet. Currently, the app can be found at Android Market by clicking the image to the left.

The Execution of Death

2012-01-24T15:43:14Z

Bishop Demetrios of Mokissos speaks out against the death penalty on Sanctity of Life Sunday, 2012. The lecture took place at Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church in Westchester, Illinois, and was preceded by a prayer service.

Praise the Lord . . . in English

2012-01-24T14:41:10Z

In part six of his "Naked Public Square" series, Clark Carlton, host of "Faith and Philosophy," considers how we might go about making a good English translation of the liturgy, as well as what a good English translation should look like.

The 2012 Missions and Evangelism Conference

2012-01-23T20:38:28Z

This year, the Missions and Evangelism Department of the Antiochian Archdiocese teamed with North Texas Orthodox Missions for a joint conference held in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. The speakers were Fr. Joseph Huneycutt, Fr. Evan Armatas, and Fr. Peter Gillquist. Listen below to Fr. Evan speak about Waking Up a Sleeping Parish.

“Orthodixie” Says Goodbye . . . For Now

2012-01-20T16:10:44Z

After almost five years and 210 episodes, Fr. Joseph Huneycutt's "Orthodixie" podcast is taking a bow. We are so thankful to Fr. Joseph for his wit, wisdom, and ongoing support of Ancient Faith Radio, and we wish him a restful (and hopefully brief) hiatus. Listen to his final episode here.

A Christian Ending

2012-01-18T16:21:00Z

On a new "Frederica Here and Now," Frederica Mathewes-Green interviews Dn. Mark and Mat. Elizabeth Barna, authors of A Christian Ending: A Handbook for Burial in the Ancient Christian Tradition, published by Divine Ascent Press.