en-usUnderstanding Christianity as a Way of LifeMichael Haldas and Ancient Faith Ministries144144https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramentalhttps://www.ancientfaith.com/media/1800/AFM_SacramentalLiving_Podcast_Cover_copy.jpghttps://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramentalThu, 18 Jun 2026 02:17:32 +00002026-06-18T02:17:32+00:00Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:17:32 +0000nofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSacramental Living is a series of podcasts by Michael Haldas about how to understand and live our Orthodox Christian faith in the context of real life and real world issues and continually grow closer to God. Understanding Christianity as a Way of LifeMichael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofeeds@ancientfaith.comMichael Haldas and Ancient Faith RadioThu, 18 Jun 2026 02:17:32 +00002026-06-18T02:17:32+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/from-consumption-to-communion-choosing-spiritual-sickness-or-spiritual-health/?id=63886Join Michael as he discusses the consumer culture and how consuming has become a spiritual sickness with many comorbidities. Drawing on Scripture, Orthodox theology, and observations of modern life, he explores how choosing consumerism can give rise to materialism, hedonism, narcissism, individualism, and even nihilism, shaping the way we view ourselves, others, and God, versus seeking Christ who offers the way from endless consumption to authentic communion, spiritual growth, and true human flourishing.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/from-consumption-to-communion-choosing-spiritual-sickness-or-spiritual-health/noJoin Michael as he discusses the consumer culture and how consuming has become a spiritual sickness with many comorbidities. Drawing on Scripture, Orthodox theology, and observations of modern life, he explores how choosing consumerism can give rise to materialism, hedonism, narcissism, individualism, and even nihilism, shaping the way we view ourselves, others, and God, versus seeking Christ who offers the way from endless consumption to authentic communion, spiritual growth, and true human flourishing.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the consumer culture and how consuming has become a spiritual sickness with many comorbidities. Drawing on Scripture, Orthodox theology, and observations of modern life, he explores how choosing consumerism can give rise to materialism, hedonism, narcissism, individualism, and even nihilism, shaping the way we view ourselves, others, and God, versus seeking Christ who offers the way from endless consumption to authentic communion, spiritual growth, and true human flourishing.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 28 May 2026 22:42:44 +00002026-05-28T22:42:44+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/when-anxiety-lies-overcoming-existential-crisis/?id=63711Join Michael in a discussion about the debilitating type of anxiety based on lies that can lead to hopelessness, and what we need to do to overcome it.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/when-anxiety-lies-overcoming-existential-crisis/noJoin Michael in a discussion about the debilitating type of anxiety based on lies that can lead to hopelessness, and what we need to do to overcome it.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about the debilitating type of anxiety based on lies that can lead to hopelessness, and what we need to do to overcome it.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +00002026-04-21T23:00:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/life-death-and-beauty-in-our-last-breath-a-testimony/?id=63429Join Michael as he tells the story of a loved one’s final forty-eight hours and explores death as both sorrowful and strangely beautiful, revealing God’s grace, the power of love, and the hope of resurrection, even in life’s most painful moments.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/life-death-and-beauty-in-our-last-breath-a-testimony/noJoin Michael as he tells the story of a loved one’s final forty-eight hours and explores death as both sorrowful and strangely beautiful, revealing God’s grace, the power of love, and the hope of resurrection, even in life’s most painful moments.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he tells the story of a loved one’s final forty-eight hours and explores death as both sorrowful and strangely beautiful, revealing God’s grace, the power of love, and the hope of resurrection, even in life’s most painful moments.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:01 +00002026-03-17T05:00:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/facing-uncomfortable-truths/?id=63179Join Michael as he shares a personal experience and discusses the challenge of facing uncomfortable truths about ourselves that are necessary for our spiritual growth.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/facing-uncomfortable-truths/noJoin Michael as he shares a personal experience and discusses the challenge of facing uncomfortable truths about ourselves that are necessary for our spiritual growth.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he shares a personal experience and discusses the challenge of facing uncomfortable truths about ourselves that are necessary for our spiritual growth.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:01 +00002026-03-03T06:00:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/pragmatism-that-kills/?id=63063Join Michael in a discussion about how the culture we live in deeply effects our spirituality, and how the pragmatism of American culture, in general, can kill our spirit and what we need to do to maintain our connection with God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/pragmatism-that-kills/noJoin Michael in a discussion about how the culture we live in deeply effects our spirituality, and how the pragmatism of American culture, in general, can kill our spirit and what we need to do to maintain our connection with God.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about how the culture we live in deeply effects our spirituality, and how the pragmatism of American culture, in general, can kill our spirit and what we need to do to maintain our connection with God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:01 +00002026-02-11T06:00:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/blessings-in-brokenness/?id=62907Join Michael for an in-depth discussion of brokenness in our lives, how it can be either transformative or debilitating, and how to make sense of what the Gospels and Epistles say about having peace and joy within our suffering.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/blessings-in-brokenness/noJoin Michael for an in-depth discussion of brokenness in our lives, how it can be either transformative or debilitating, and how to make sense of what the Gospels and Epistles say about having peace and joy within our suffering.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for an in-depth discussion of brokenness in our lives, how it can be either transformative or debilitating, and how to make sense of what the Gospels and Epistles say about having peace and joy within our suffering.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 19 Aug 2025 05:01:00 +00002025-08-19T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/lessons-from-the-corporate-world/?id=61521Join Michael as he compares the corporate world of business to what goes on in the Church, but also how a lack of corporate appreciation and understanding as an underpinning of reality at home, the arts, and in other aspects of life, is pervasive in its negative effects.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/lessons-from-the-corporate-world/noJoin Michael as he compares the corporate world of business to what goes on in the Church, but also how a lack of corporate appreciation and understanding as an underpinning of reality at home, the arts, and in other aspects of life, is pervasive in its negative effects.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he compares the corporate world of business to what goes on in the Church, but also how a lack of corporate appreciation and understanding as an underpinning of reality at home, the arts, and in other aspects of life, is pervasive in its negative effects.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 18 Jul 2025 05:01:00 +00002025-07-18T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living-the-abundant-life/?id=61270Join Michael in a discussion about what the abundant life is that Christ wants to give us; what is the experience of this life now amidst all of the daily worries, stresses and anxieties; and how learning to see and experience all of life as liturgical and Eucharistic is key to living how God wants us to livehttps://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living-the-abundant-life/noJoin Michael in a discussion about what the abundant life is that Christ wants to give us; what is the experience of this life now amidst all of the daily worries, stresses and anxieties; and how learning to see and experience all of life as liturgical and Eucharistic is key to living how God wants us to liveMichael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about what the abundant life is that Christ wants to give us; what is the experience of this life now amidst all of the daily worries, stresses and anxieties; and how learning to see and experience all of life as liturgical and Eucharistic is key to living how God wants us to livefeeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 10 Jun 2025 05:01:00 +00002025-06-10T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/ego_and_our_propensity_to_choose_delusion/?id=61023Join Michael in a discussion about how we easily succumb to delusional thinking due to our egos, how this is a great detriment to ourselves and others, and what we can do to overcome it and move toward salvation and not destruction.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/ego_and_our_propensity_to_choose_delusion/noJoin Michael in a discussion about how we easily succumb to delusional thinking due to our egos, how this is a great detriment to ourselves and others, and what we can do to overcome it and move toward salvation and not destruction.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about how we easily succumb to delusional thinking due to our egos, how this is a great detriment to ourselves and others, and what we can do to overcome it and move toward salvation and not destruction.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 20 May 2025 05:01:00 +00002025-05-20T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_prison_of_esteem/?id=60839Join Michael in a discussion of how the quest for high self-esteem, and even having low self-esteem, often take us in the opposite direction of God, and what we need to do to break free of this self-made prison and become who we are meant to be in Christ.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_prison_of_esteem/noJoin Michael in a discussion of how the quest for high self-esteem, and even having low self-esteem, often take us in the opposite direction of God, and what we need to do to break free of this self-made prison and become who we are meant to be in Christ.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of how the quest for high self-esteem, and even having low self-esteem, often take us in the opposite direction of God, and what we need to do to break free of this self-made prison and become who we are meant to be in Christ.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 23 Apr 2025 05:01:00 +00002025-04-23T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/defeating_the_true_enemy/?id=60656Join Michael as he discusses what combat with the true enemy looks like, the weapons and strategies we should employ, and the trap we can fall into if we don’t learn how to see deeper spiritually.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/defeating_the_true_enemy/noJoin Michael as he discusses what combat with the true enemy looks like, the weapons and strategies we should employ, and the trap we can fall into if we don’t learn how to see deeper spiritually.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses what combat with the true enemy looks like, the weapons and strategies we should employ, and the trap we can fall into if we don’t learn how to see deeper spiritually.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 21 Jan 2025 06:01:00 +00002025-01-21T06:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/alone_but_not_alone/?id=59949Join Michael as he explores the difference between loneliness and being alone, and how we can be more aware and supportive to anyone struggling with debilitating loneliness.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/alone_but_not_alone/noJoin Michael as he explores the difference between loneliness and being alone, and how we can be more aware and supportive to anyone struggling with debilitating loneliness.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he explores the difference between loneliness and being alone, and how we can be more aware and supportive to anyone struggling with debilitating loneliness.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 28 Nov 2024 06:01:00 +00002024-11-28T06:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living_as_pilgrims_in_a_restless_world/?id=59572Join Michael in a discussion of what is means to live as a pilgrim of Christ and how to understand and address our deep yearning and longing of unmet desire in a world of restlessness, noise, and distraction.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living_as_pilgrims_in_a_restless_world/noJoin Michael in a discussion of what is means to live as a pilgrim of Christ and how to understand and address our deep yearning and longing of unmet desire in a world of restlessness, noise, and distraction.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of what is means to live as a pilgrim of Christ and how to understand and address our deep yearning and longing of unmet desire in a world of restlessness, noise, and distraction.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 08 Nov 2024 15:54:01 +00002024-11-08T15:54:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/confusing_our_goodness_with_gods_goodness/?id=59433Join Michael in a discussion of God’s goodness versus our own goodness, and why the prevalent cultural belief of many that all you have to be is a good person is results in so many unintended consequences.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/confusing_our_goodness_with_gods_goodness/noJoin Michael in a discussion of God’s goodness versus our own goodness, and why the prevalent cultural belief of many that all you have to be is a good person is results in so many unintended consequences.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of God’s goodness versus our own goodness, and why the prevalent cultural belief of many that all you have to be is a good person is results in so many unintended consequences.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 04 Sep 2024 05:01:00 +00002024-09-04T05:01:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/serving_the_angel_of_contentment_or_the_demon_of_desire/?id=58867Join Michael in a discussion of our desires, how they get in the away of the elusive peace we seek, and what we need to do to find true contentment.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/serving_the_angel_of_contentment_or_the_demon_of_desire/noJoin Michael in a discussion of our desires, how they get in the away of the elusive peace we seek, and what we need to do to find true contentment.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of our desires, how they get in the away of the elusive peace we seek, and what we need to do to find true contentment.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 29 Jul 2024 15:48:25 +00002024-07-29T15:48:25+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/haunted_by_religion/?id=58606Join Michael in a discussion about how many people are haunted by a spiritual reality they consciously or unconsciously acknowledge, especially during times of tragedy and loss, and how to minister to them through relationship and storytelling.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/haunted_by_religion/noJoin Michael in a discussion about how many people are haunted by a spiritual reality they consciously or unconsciously acknowledge, especially during times of tragedy and loss, and how to minister to them through relationship and storytelling.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about how many people are haunted by a spiritual reality they consciously or unconsciously acknowledge, especially during times of tragedy and loss, and how to minister to them through relationship and storytelling.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 28 Jun 2024 16:09:37 +00002024-06-28T16:09:37+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_in_a_disfigured_face/?id=58364Join Michael in a discussion about an encounter he had with man with severe facial injuries, and what it caused him to reflect on concerning the face of Christ and the theological understanding of our faces that should guide our daily encounters with everyone.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_in_a_disfigured_face/noJoin Michael in a discussion about an encounter he had with man with severe facial injuries, and what it caused him to reflect on concerning the face of Christ and the theological understanding of our faces that should guide our daily encounters with everyone.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about an encounter he had with man with severe facial injuries, and what it caused him to reflect on concerning the face of Christ and the theological understanding of our faces that should guide our daily encounters with everyone.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 14 Jun 2024 15:36:32 +00002024-06-14T15:36:32+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_difficult_journey_from_the_head_to_the_heart/?id=58261Join Michael in a discussion of the difficulty of getting out of our own heads, the cultural and spiritual challenges that perpetuate this, and leaning to live our faith through our hearts and not just our minds.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_difficult_journey_from_the_head_to_the_heart/noJoin Michael in a discussion of the difficulty of getting out of our own heads, the cultural and spiritual challenges that perpetuate this, and leaning to live our faith through our hearts and not just our minds.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of the difficulty of getting out of our own heads, the cultural and spiritual challenges that perpetuate this, and leaning to live our faith through our hearts and not just our minds.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 23 May 2024 16:04:17 +00002024-05-23T16:04:17+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_twin_evils_of_infidelity_and_individualism/?id=58099Join Michael in a discussion of how to guard our hearts and minds against the ancient sins of infidelity and individualism that are both subtle and celebrated in today’s culture.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_twin_evils_of_infidelity_and_individualism/noJoin Michael in a discussion of how to guard our hearts and minds against the ancient sins of infidelity and individualism that are both subtle and celebrated in today’s culture.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of how to guard our hearts and minds against the ancient sins of infidelity and individualism that are both subtle and celebrated in today’s culture.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 11 Apr 2024 05:03:00 +00002024-04-11T05:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/growth_and_struggle_in_liminal_space_lessons_from_st_mary_of_egypt/?id=57802Join Michael is a discussion on our need to navigate the difficult liminal spaces in our lives with patience and discernment, as illustrated beautifully in the story of St. Mary of Egypt, and how it is possible to overcome sin and depravity to fulfill our calling to become saints and living icons of Christ.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/growth_and_struggle_in_liminal_space_lessons_from_st_mary_of_egypt/noJoin Michael is a discussion on our need to navigate the difficult liminal spaces in our lives with patience and discernment, as illustrated beautifully in the story of St. Mary of Egypt, and how it is possible to overcome sin and depravity to fulfill our calling to become saints and living icons of Christ.Michael HaldasJoin Michael is a discussion on our need to navigate the difficult liminal spaces in our lives with patience and discernment, as illustrated beautifully in the story of St. Mary of Egypt, and how it is possible to overcome sin and depravity to fulfill our calling to become saints and living icons of Christ.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 21 Mar 2024 05:03:00 +00002024-03-21T05:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_dangerous_time_of_year/?id=57646Join Michael in a discussion of some of the spiritual pitfalls we can fall into during Great Lent if we are not careful and attentive to its true purposehttps://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_dangerous_time_of_year/noJoin Michael in a discussion of some of the spiritual pitfalls we can fall into during Great Lent if we are not careful and attentive to its true purposeMichael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of some of the spiritual pitfalls we can fall into during Great Lent if we are not careful and attentive to its true purposefeeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 06 Mar 2024 06:03:00 +00002024-03-06T06:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_real_energy_crisis/?id=57531Join Michael in a discussion of God’s essence and energies, other energies present in the world, and how we should really understand our motivations to ensure we participate in our actions with God’s grace and not with the enemy.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_real_energy_crisis/noJoin Michael in a discussion of God’s essence and energies, other energies present in the world, and how we should really understand our motivations to ensure we participate in our actions with God’s grace and not with the enemy.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of God’s essence and energies, other energies present in the world, and how we should really understand our motivations to ensure we participate in our actions with God’s grace and not with the enemy.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 02 Feb 2024 06:03:00 +00002024-02-02T06:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tragedy_clarity_and_reconciling_suffering/?id=57272Join Michael as he discusses questions about why good people suffer, bad people thrive, and reconciling this with the goodness of God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tragedy_clarity_and_reconciling_suffering/noJoin Michael as he discusses questions about why good people suffer, bad people thrive, and reconciling this with the goodness of God.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses questions about why good people suffer, bad people thrive, and reconciling this with the goodness of God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 11 Jan 2024 06:03:00 +00002024-01-11T06:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/two_thieves_two_ways_two_choices/?id=57094Join Michael in a discussion of what Christ said in the Gospel accounts, and what the New Testament in general says about being a thief or thieves, and how the symbolism of the thief applies to us and the choice of salvation or condemnation.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/two_thieves_two_ways_two_choices/noJoin Michael in a discussion of what Christ said in the Gospel accounts, and what the New Testament in general says about being a thief or thieves, and how the symbolism of the thief applies to us and the choice of salvation or condemnation.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion of what Christ said in the Gospel accounts, and what the New Testament in general says about being a thief or thieves, and how the symbolism of the thief applies to us and the choice of salvation or condemnation.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 15 Dec 2023 06:03:00 +00002023-12-15T06:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/repentance_is_our_north_star/?id=56909Join Michael as he uses the symbolism of the North Star to take a deep dive into the true nature of repentance and why we often misunderstand it to our detriment.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/repentance_is_our_north_star/noJoin Michael as he uses the symbolism of the North Star to take a deep dive into the true nature of repentance and why we often misunderstand it to our detriment.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he uses the symbolism of the North Star to take a deep dive into the true nature of repentance and why we often misunderstand it to our detriment.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 30 Nov 2023 06:03:00 +00002023-11-30T06:03:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hypocrisy_and_the_mask_of_death/?id=56795Join Michael for a discussion about the meaning of hypocrisy and what Christ said about it in the Gospel, and how to understand and protect ourselves from this deadly sin that causes us to wear “masks” and fall into self-deception, deception of others, and spiritual death.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hypocrisy_and_the_mask_of_death/noJoin Michael for a discussion about the meaning of hypocrisy and what Christ said about it in the Gospel, and how to understand and protect ourselves from this deadly sin that causes us to wear “masks” and fall into self-deception, deception of others, and spiritual death.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for a discussion about the meaning of hypocrisy and what Christ said about it in the Gospel, and how to understand and protect ourselves from this deadly sin that causes us to wear “masks” and fall into self-deception, deception of others, and spiritual death.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 04 Aug 2023 13:30:10 +00002023-08-04T13:30:10+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/beauty_and_theodicy/?id=55754Join Michael in a discussion about experiencing God’s healing and redemptive beauty and goodness even in the worst of life’s circumstances.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/beauty_and_theodicy/noJoin Michael in a discussion about experiencing God’s healing and redemptive beauty and goodness even in the worst of life’s circumstances.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about experiencing God’s healing and redemptive beauty and goodness even in the worst of life’s circumstances.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 19 Jul 2023 02:32:34 +00002023-07-19T02:32:34+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/well_being_or_non_being_its_our_choice/?id=55615Join Michael in a discussion about what well-being and non-being really mean, and how we often do things we think are beneficial but really are not in our best interest and lead us father from God rather than towards Him.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/well_being_or_non_being_its_our_choice/noJoin Michael in a discussion about what well-being and non-being really mean, and how we often do things we think are beneficial but really are not in our best interest and lead us father from God rather than towards Him.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about what well-being and non-being really mean, and how we often do things we think are beneficial but really are not in our best interest and lead us father from God rather than towards Him.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 26 Jun 2023 14:24:50 +00002023-06-26T14:24:50+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/heat_without_light/?id=55429Join Michael in a discussion about what it means to create “heat” without “light” and how ego driven self-motivation and self-focus is poisoning society, and what we should be mindful of not to be contributors to this.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/heat_without_light/noJoin Michael in a discussion about what it means to create “heat” without “light” and how ego driven self-motivation and self-focus is poisoning society, and what we should be mindful of not to be contributors to this.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about what it means to create “heat” without “light” and how ego driven self-motivation and self-focus is poisoning society, and what we should be mindful of not to be contributors to this.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 13 Jun 2023 14:25:06 +00002023-06-13T14:25:06+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living_intentionally_to_live_life_hopefully/?id=55333Join Michael in a discussion about living intentionally to embed hopefulness in our body, mind and soul, and accept death with the hope of eternal life.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/living_intentionally_to_live_life_hopefully/noJoin Michael in a discussion about living intentionally to embed hopefulness in our body, mind and soul, and accept death with the hope of eternal life.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about living intentionally to embed hopefulness in our body, mind and soul, and accept death with the hope of eternal life.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 18 May 2023 17:26:40 +00002023-05-18T17:26:40+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/clothed_in_christ/?id=54925Join Michael in a discussion about what the Scriptures and our Holy Tradition teach us about the importance of clothing as it relates to salvation, communion, or lack thereof, and what our attitudes and actions toward clothing reveal about us individually and culturally.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/clothed_in_christ/noJoin Michael in a discussion about what the Scriptures and our Holy Tradition teach us about the importance of clothing as it relates to salvation, communion, or lack thereof, and what our attitudes and actions toward clothing reveal about us individually and culturally.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about what the Scriptures and our Holy Tradition teach us about the importance of clothing as it relates to salvation, communion, or lack thereof, and what our attitudes and actions toward clothing reveal about us individually and culturally.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 27 Apr 2023 14:15:00 +00002023-04-27T14:15:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/strangers_in_a_strange_land/?id=54667Join Michael in a discussion about what is means to be feel like a stranger in our own surroundings and in this world in general and why this actually a good thing.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/strangers_in_a_strange_land/noJoin Michael in a discussion about what is means to be feel like a stranger in our own surroundings and in this world in general and why this actually a good thing.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about what is means to be feel like a stranger in our own surroundings and in this world in general and why this actually a good thing.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 18 Apr 2023 20:29:28 +00002023-04-18T20:29:28+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tears/?id=54530Join Michael in a discussion about the many different aspects of tears, why some tears are good, some are evil, what they indicate about our hearts, and why they are necessary for salvation.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tears/noJoin Michael in a discussion about the many different aspects of tears, why some tears are good, some are evil, what they indicate about our hearts, and why they are necessary for salvation.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about the many different aspects of tears, why some tears are good, some are evil, what they indicate about our hearts, and why they are necessary for salvation.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 06 Mar 2023 15:04:51 +00002023-03-06T15:04:51+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/our_bodies_and_the_sin_of_self_neglect/?id=54141Join Michael in a discussion about how we often neglect our bodies, the physical and spiritual ramifications to ourselves and loved ones, how this is profoundly unspiritual, and what we need to think and do to treat our physical selves the way God intends us to.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/our_bodies_and_the_sin_of_self_neglect/noJoin Michael in a discussion about how we often neglect our bodies, the physical and spiritual ramifications to ourselves and loved ones, how this is profoundly unspiritual, and what we need to think and do to treat our physical selves the way God intends us to.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about how we often neglect our bodies, the physical and spiritual ramifications to ourselves and loved ones, how this is profoundly unspiritual, and what we need to think and do to treat our physical selves the way God intends us to.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 21 Feb 2023 18:24:20 +00002023-02-21T18:24:20+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/how_much_we_loved_not_how_much_we_sinned/?id=54054Join Michael for a discussion of the primacy of focusing on loving more not sinning less and why this will be the basis of how God judges our lives.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/how_much_we_loved_not_how_much_we_sinned/noJoin Michael for a discussion of the primacy of focusing on loving more not sinning less and why this will be the basis of how God judges our lives.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for a discussion of the primacy of focusing on loving more not sinning less and why this will be the basis of how God judges our lives.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 06 Feb 2023 22:27:52 +00002023-02-06T22:27:52+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/dealing_with_difficulties_and_setbacks/?id=53899Join Michael in a discussion about prayerful and practical ways to frame our understanding in regard to our difficulties and setbacks, and deal with them in a spiritually healthy way.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/dealing_with_difficulties_and_setbacks/noJoin Michael in a discussion about prayerful and practical ways to frame our understanding in regard to our difficulties and setbacks, and deal with them in a spiritually healthy way.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in a discussion about prayerful and practical ways to frame our understanding in regard to our difficulties and setbacks, and deal with them in a spiritually healthy way.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 17 Jan 2023 16:30:45 +00002023-01-17T16:30:45+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mutual_accountability_and_the_awesome_judgment_seat_of_christ/?id=53726Join Michael in discussion of what it means in the Liturgy when the Priest prays “And let us ask for a Christian end to our life, peaceful, without shame and suffering, and for a good defense before the awesome judgment seat of Christ” and how that should drive our daily behavior.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mutual_accountability_and_the_awesome_judgment_seat_of_christ/noJoin Michael in discussion of what it means in the Liturgy when the Priest prays “And let us ask for a Christian end to our life, peaceful, without shame and suffering, and for a good defense before the awesome judgment seat of Christ” and how that should drive our daily behavior.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in discussion of what it means in the Liturgy when the Priest prays “And let us ask for a Christian end to our life, peaceful, without shame and suffering, and for a good defense before the awesome judgment seat of Christ” and how that should drive our daily behavior.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 19 Dec 2022 15:58:15 +00002022-12-19T15:58:15+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/consumed_through_consuming/?id=53491We live in a consumer culture. Businesses gather and sell data and information about us to target us as consumers. We are increasingly treated more like consumers than persons. The Christmas season for many has become nothing more than frenzied consumerism. John Michael as he discusses the human person in the context of consumer culture, comparing and contrasting the language of consuming used in our Liturgy and throughout the Bible with modern notions of consuming and how this relates to our love and growth as human persons.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/consumed_through_consuming/noWe live in a consumer culture. Businesses gather and sell data and information about us to target us as consumers. We are increasingly treated more like consumers than persons. The Christmas season for many has become nothing more than frenzied consumerism. John Michael as he discusses the human person in the context of consumer culture, comparing and contrasting the language of consuming used in our Liturgy and throughout the Bible with modern notions of consuming and how this relates to our love and growth as human persons.Michael HaldasWe live in a consumer culture. Businesses gather and sell data and information about us to target us as consumers. We are increasingly treated more like consumers than persons. The Christmas season for many has become nothing more than frenzied consumerism. John Michael as he discusses the human person in the context of consumer culture, comparing and contrasting the language of consuming used in our Liturgy and throughout the Bible with modern notions of consuming and how this relates to our love and growth as human persons.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 25 Nov 2022 22:39:39 +00002022-11-25T22:39:39+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hospitality_and_our_salvation/?id=53301Join Michael as he discusses the deep theological truths of simple hospitality and how it directly relates to our salvation.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hospitality_and_our_salvation/noJoin Michael as he discusses the deep theological truths of simple hospitality and how it directly relates to our salvation.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the deep theological truths of simple hospitality and how it directly relates to our salvation.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 08 Nov 2022 18:17:07 +00002022-11-08T18:17:07+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/remembering_the_future_to_reframe_our_past/?id=53178Join Michael as he discusses how we should understand time and reconcile our past through the eternally crucified Christ, and let Him transform it and free us of guilt, shame, and regret.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/remembering_the_future_to_reframe_our_past/noJoin Michael as he discusses how we should understand time and reconcile our past through the eternally crucified Christ, and let Him transform it and free us of guilt, shame, and regret.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses how we should understand time and reconcile our past through the eternally crucified Christ, and let Him transform it and free us of guilt, shame, and regret.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 26 Oct 2022 17:29:42 +00002022-10-26T17:29:42+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/unknowing_ourselves/?id=53016Join Michael as he discusses how we should see and experience ourselves and others as living icons of Christ, and how we achieve this through the difficult task unknowing ourselves.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/unknowing_ourselves/noJoin Michael as he discusses how we should see and experience ourselves and others as living icons of Christ, and how we achieve this through the difficult task unknowing ourselves.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses how we should see and experience ourselves and others as living icons of Christ, and how we achieve this through the difficult task unknowing ourselves.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 10 Oct 2022 13:53:50 +00002022-10-10T13:53:50+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/light_shines_out_of_darkness/?id=52843Join Michael as he discusses the complementary nature of light and darkness, how both are under God’s control, and how we can understand this to maintain hope during tough times, grow in faith, and shine the Light of Christ to others.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/light_shines_out_of_darkness/noJoin Michael as he discusses the complementary nature of light and darkness, how both are under God’s control, and how we can understand this to maintain hope during tough times, grow in faith, and shine the Light of Christ to others.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the complementary nature of light and darkness, how both are under God’s control, and how we can understand this to maintain hope during tough times, grow in faith, and shine the Light of Christ to others.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 14 Sep 2022 15:12:45 +00002022-09-14T15:12:45+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/breaking_down_to_break_through/?id=52644Join Michael as he recounts a story of a good friend’s nervous breakdown and his experience of theophany, theosis, repentance, and God’s beauty amidst his trauma and suffering.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/breaking_down_to_break_through/noJoin Michael as he recounts a story of a good friend’s nervous breakdown and his experience of theophany, theosis, repentance, and God’s beauty amidst his trauma and suffering.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he recounts a story of a good friend’s nervous breakdown and his experience of theophany, theosis, repentance, and God’s beauty amidst his trauma and suffering.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 30 Aug 2022 15:47:24 +00002022-08-30T15:47:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/freedom_through_restraint/?id=52464Join Michael as he shows why restraint is Christ-like and liberating, and the path of ultimate freedom out of the self-inflicted tyranny of our own thoughts and behaviors.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/freedom_through_restraint/noJoin Michael as he shows why restraint is Christ-like and liberating, and the path of ultimate freedom out of the self-inflicted tyranny of our own thoughts and behaviors.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he shows why restraint is Christ-like and liberating, and the path of ultimate freedom out of the self-inflicted tyranny of our own thoughts and behaviors.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 06 Jul 2022 21:11:13 +00002022-07-06T21:11:13+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/civil_and_uncivil_war/?id=52001Join Michael as he reflects on the recent Supreme Court decision and why we need more than ever to remain prayerful and faithful within ourselves, and civil with each other.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/civil_and_uncivil_war/noJoin Michael as he reflects on the recent Supreme Court decision and why we need more than ever to remain prayerful and faithful within ourselves, and civil with each other.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he reflects on the recent Supreme Court decision and why we need more than ever to remain prayerful and faithful within ourselves, and civil with each other.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 09 Jun 2022 17:31:15 +00002022-06-09T17:31:15+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_success_of_failure/?id=51790Join Michael as he discusses the success of failure and the failure of success, and how our worldly success can be a blessing or a curse depending on we approach it spiritually.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_success_of_failure/noJoin Michael as he discusses the success of failure and the failure of success, and how our worldly success can be a blessing or a curse depending on we approach it spiritually.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the success of failure and the failure of success, and how our worldly success can be a blessing or a curse depending on we approach it spiritually.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 26 May 2022 14:53:55 +00002022-05-26T14:53:55+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/overcoming_spiritual_disabilities/?id=51632Join Michael for a discussion on how to understand and overcome the subtle spiritual deafness and spiritual blindness we can suffer from that leads to spiritual heart disease.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/overcoming_spiritual_disabilities/noJoin Michael for a discussion on how to understand and overcome the subtle spiritual deafness and spiritual blindness we can suffer from that leads to spiritual heart disease.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for a discussion on how to understand and overcome the subtle spiritual deafness and spiritual blindness we can suffer from that leads to spiritual heart disease.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 09 May 2022 15:25:14 +00002022-05-09T15:25:14+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/i_wish_i_hadnt_done_that_but_thank_god_i_did/?id=51483Join Michael for a discussion on how to avoid being paralyzed with guilt and shame over our worst failures, and experience God at work within them.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/i_wish_i_hadnt_done_that_but_thank_god_i_did/noJoin Michael for a discussion on how to avoid being paralyzed with guilt and shame over our worst failures, and experience God at work within them.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for a discussion on how to avoid being paralyzed with guilt and shame over our worst failures, and experience God at work within them.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 11 Apr 2022 17:57:16 +00002022-04-11T17:57:16+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/healing_the_soul_through_self_forgiveness/?id=51228Join Michael for a discussion on why forgiving ourselves is often so hard and what we need to understand and do to open our hearts to self-forgiveness.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/healing_the_soul_through_self_forgiveness/noJoin Michael for a discussion on why forgiving ourselves is often so hard and what we need to understand and do to open our hearts to self-forgiveness.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for a discussion on why forgiving ourselves is often so hard and what we need to understand and do to open our hearts to self-forgiveness.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 16 Mar 2022 13:59:13 +00002022-03-16T13:59:13+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/faith_trauma_and_trust/?id=50972Join Michael as he examines trauma and traumatic episodes from his life, and explores how to use them to develop a deeper trust in God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/faith_trauma_and_trust/noJoin Michael as he examines trauma and traumatic episodes from his life, and explores how to use them to develop a deeper trust in God.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he examines trauma and traumatic episodes from his life, and explores how to use them to develop a deeper trust in God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 23 Feb 2022 18:44:14 +00002022-02-23T18:44:14+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_myth_of_human_freedom/?id=50782Join Michael as he examines what it means to experience true freedom, and why what we think is freedom is a form of bondage we don’t recognize.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_myth_of_human_freedom/noJoin Michael as he examines what it means to experience true freedom, and why what we think is freedom is a form of bondage we don’t recognize.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he examines what it means to experience true freedom, and why what we think is freedom is a form of bondage we don’t recognize.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 16 Feb 2022 15:22:13 +00002022-02-16T15:22:13+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/beware_of_our_own_opinions/?id=50713Join Michael as he examines the role expression of opinion plays in society today, how to guard ourselves against our own and other’s opinions that fuel our pride and cause anger and division, and what to do to maintain humility, thoughtfulness, and love of others.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/beware_of_our_own_opinions/noJoin Michael as he examines the role expression of opinion plays in society today, how to guard ourselves against our own and other’s opinions that fuel our pride and cause anger and division, and what to do to maintain humility, thoughtfulness, and love of others.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he examines the role expression of opinion plays in society today, how to guard ourselves against our own and other’s opinions that fuel our pride and cause anger and division, and what to do to maintain humility, thoughtfulness, and love of others.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 28 Jan 2022 20:02:43 +00002022-01-28T20:02:43+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tearing_down_authority_at_our_own_peril/?id=50525Join Michael as he discusses how we should understand God’s authority versus secular notions of authority, and why rejecting and tearing down authority does not result in liberation and freedom but rather the opposite.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tearing_down_authority_at_our_own_peril/noJoin Michael as he discusses how we should understand God’s authority versus secular notions of authority, and why rejecting and tearing down authority does not result in liberation and freedom but rather the opposite.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses how we should understand God’s authority versus secular notions of authority, and why rejecting and tearing down authority does not result in liberation and freedom but rather the opposite.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 17 Jan 2022 15:47:04 +00002022-01-17T15:47:04+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_we_need_separation_before_unity/?id=50423Join Michael as he discusses why we need separation that is holy before we can have true unity with each other; and how many are choosing an unholy type of separation based on fear, ideologies, and other things are the entry to the wide gate leading to destruction.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_we_need_separation_before_unity/noJoin Michael as he discusses why we need separation that is holy before we can have true unity with each other; and how many are choosing an unholy type of separation based on fear, ideologies, and other things are the entry to the wide gate leading to destruction.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses why we need separation that is holy before we can have true unity with each other; and how many are choosing an unholy type of separation based on fear, ideologies, and other things are the entry to the wide gate leading to destruction.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 27 Dec 2021 18:00:39 +00002021-12-27T18:00:39+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/consenting_to_the_devil/?id=50213Join Michael as he addresses our choices and what we consent to that results in us either growing in holiness and union with Christ, or an unholy union with the devil that leads to our gradual and eventual complete destruction. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/consenting_to_the_devil/noJoin Michael as he addresses our choices and what we consent to that results in us either growing in holiness and union with Christ, or an unholy union with the devil that leads to our gradual and eventual complete destruction. Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he addresses our choices and what we consent to that results in us either growing in holiness and union with Christ, or an unholy union with the devil that leads to our gradual and eventual complete destruction. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 13 Dec 2021 20:32:26 +00002021-12-13T20:32:26+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/do_we_get_what_we_deserve/?id=50097What do we deserve in life? Anything? Everything? Join Michael as he addresses the various ways we can focus on what we deserve and how most of them lead us in the wrong spiritual direction.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/do_we_get_what_we_deserve/noWhat do we deserve in life? Anything? Everything? Join Michael as he addresses the various ways we can focus on what we deserve and how most of them lead us in the wrong spiritual direction.Michael HaldasWhat do we deserve in life? Anything? Everything? Join Michael as he addresses the various ways we can focus on what we deserve and how most of them lead us in the wrong spiritual direction.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 01 Dec 2021 03:21:18 +00002021-12-01T03:21:18+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/saving_ourselves_and_others_through_patience/?id=49763Join Michael as he provides an in-depth discussion of the many spiritual aspects of patience that are critical to our salvation and the salvation of others, and how lacking this virtue is more spiritually harmful than we may realize.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/saving_ourselves_and_others_through_patience/noJoin Michael as he provides an in-depth discussion of the many spiritual aspects of patience that are critical to our salvation and the salvation of others, and how lacking this virtue is more spiritually harmful than we may realize.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he provides an in-depth discussion of the many spiritual aspects of patience that are critical to our salvation and the salvation of others, and how lacking this virtue is more spiritually harmful than we may realize.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 17 Nov 2021 17:06:16 +00002021-11-17T17:06:16+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/episode_100_dealing_with_our_inner_darkness/?id=49894Inner darkness. We all have it whether we admit or not. How do overcome it? How do we find our way to Christ the Light and master our inner darkness? Join Michael as he addresses these questions in-depth and shows we can find our way to the Light no matter what darkness we are in.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/episode_100_dealing_with_our_inner_darkness/noInner darkness. We all have it whether we admit or not. How do overcome it? How do we find our way to Christ the Light and master our inner darkness? Join Michael as he addresses these questions in-depth and shows we can find our way to the Light no matter what darkness we are in.Michael HaldasInner darkness. We all have it whether we admit or not. How do overcome it? How do we find our way to Christ the Light and master our inner darkness? Join Michael as he addresses these questions in-depth and shows we can find our way to the Light no matter what darkness we are in.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 18 Oct 2021 23:33:24 +00002021-10-18T23:33:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/battling_our_little_gods/?id=49517Join Michael as explores the subtly of idolatry and the little gods that lurk behind our idols that lead us slowly down a dangerous spiritual path.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/battling_our_little_gods/noJoin Michael as explores the subtly of idolatry and the little gods that lurk behind our idols that lead us slowly down a dangerous spiritual path.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as explores the subtly of idolatry and the little gods that lurk behind our idols that lead us slowly down a dangerous spiritual path.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 28 Sep 2021 20:06:28 +00002021-09-28T20:06:28+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_only_true_religion_or_the_completely_true_religion/?id=49386Join Michael as explores the question is our Orthodox Christian religion the only true religion or the completely true religion, and the how our answer to this question affects our internal self and outward behavior to detriment or betterment of ourselves and others.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_only_true_religion_or_the_completely_true_religion/noJoin Michael as explores the question is our Orthodox Christian religion the only true religion or the completely true religion, and the how our answer to this question affects our internal self and outward behavior to detriment or betterment of ourselves and others.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as explores the question is our Orthodox Christian religion the only true religion or the completely true religion, and the how our answer to this question affects our internal self and outward behavior to detriment or betterment of ourselves and others.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 16 Sep 2021 16:36:45 +00002021-09-16T16:36:45+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_gods_wrath_is_also_gods_love/?id=49290Join Michael as he discusses why God’s wrath is an expression of His love, what hinders us from understanding and accepting this, and why it is debilitating when it is intended to be transformative.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_gods_wrath_is_also_gods_love/noJoin Michael as he discusses why God’s wrath is an expression of His love, what hinders us from understanding and accepting this, and why it is debilitating when it is intended to be transformative.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses why God’s wrath is an expression of His love, what hinders us from understanding and accepting this, and why it is debilitating when it is intended to be transformative.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 27 Aug 2021 16:45:16 +00002021-08-27T16:45:16+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/eros_agape_and_ordering_our_disordered_desires_through_suffering/?id=49121Join Michael as he discusses what eros and agape really mean and why they cannot be separated, how growth in love is deeply linked to suffering, how disordered desire can grip us, how we never truly sin alone, and how it always affects both us and others when we act on our disordered desires.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/eros_agape_and_ordering_our_disordered_desires_through_suffering/noJoin Michael as he discusses what eros and agape really mean and why they cannot be separated, how growth in love is deeply linked to suffering, how disordered desire can grip us, how we never truly sin alone, and how it always affects both us and others when we act on our disordered desires.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses what eros and agape really mean and why they cannot be separated, how growth in love is deeply linked to suffering, how disordered desire can grip us, how we never truly sin alone, and how it always affects both us and others when we act on our disordered desires.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 14 Aug 2021 02:06:48 +00002021-08-14T02:06:48+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/darn_those_darnels_acquiring_discernment_in_this_age_of_deception/?id=49006Join Michael as he discusses what a darnel is and what it means to us, how easy it is to be deceived by the spirit of the age, and what we need to do to ensure we gain and apply Christ-like discernment in all matters.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/darn_those_darnels_acquiring_discernment_in_this_age_of_deception/noJoin Michael as he discusses what a darnel is and what it means to us, how easy it is to be deceived by the spirit of the age, and what we need to do to ensure we gain and apply Christ-like discernment in all matters.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses what a darnel is and what it means to us, how easy it is to be deceived by the spirit of the age, and what we need to do to ensure we gain and apply Christ-like discernment in all matters.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 14 Jun 2021 20:12:16 +00002021-06-14T20:12:16+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/trying_to_keep_god_in_box/?id=48507Join Michael as he discusses the challenge of living our Orthodox faith and Holy Tradition fully and without compromise, and witnessing effectively and lovingly to others outside of the faith. Listen as he explains how easy it is to fall into the trap of putting God in neat little box in our minds and hearts how this is detrimental to ourselves and others.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/trying_to_keep_god_in_box/noJoin Michael as he discusses the challenge of living our Orthodox faith and Holy Tradition fully and without compromise, and witnessing effectively and lovingly to others outside of the faith. Listen as he explains how easy it is to fall into the trap of putting God in neat little box in our minds and hearts how this is detrimental to ourselves and others.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the challenge of living our Orthodox faith and Holy Tradition fully and without compromise, and witnessing effectively and lovingly to others outside of the faith. Listen as he explains how easy it is to fall into the trap of putting God in neat little box in our minds and hearts how this is detrimental to ourselves and others.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 12 May 2021 20:12:15 +00002021-05-12T20:12:15+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramental_enchantment/?id=48149Join Michael as he explains why we need to become, and always stay, “enchanted” by God through sacramental understanding and participation, and how this is our witness and demonstration of the truth of the Gospel.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramental_enchantment/noJoin Michael as he explains why we need to become, and always stay, “enchanted” by God through sacramental understanding and participation, and how this is our witness and demonstration of the truth of the Gospel.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he explains why we need to become, and always stay, “enchanted” by God through sacramental understanding and participation, and how this is our witness and demonstration of the truth of the Gospel.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 07 May 2021 15:00:20 +00002021-05-07T15:00:20+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/trampling_down_death_by_death/?id=48084Join Michael as he expounds upon these words we sing and chant between Pascha and Ascension Thursday and what they should mean to us even as we continue to face the reality of death.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/trampling_down_death_by_death/noJoin Michael as he expounds upon these words we sing and chant between Pascha and Ascension Thursday and what they should mean to us even as we continue to face the reality of death.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he expounds upon these words we sing and chant between Pascha and Ascension Thursday and what they should mean to us even as we continue to face the reality of death.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 13 Apr 2021 14:59:59 +00002021-04-13T14:59:59+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_power_of_powerlessness/?id=47902Join Michael as he discusses false power versus real power, our attraction to the former at our own expense, and how the powerlessness Christ demonstrates for us is the true power we gain when we let go of our need for control and surrender to God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_power_of_powerlessness/noJoin Michael as he discusses false power versus real power, our attraction to the former at our own expense, and how the powerlessness Christ demonstrates for us is the true power we gain when we let go of our need for control and surrender to God.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses false power versus real power, our attraction to the former at our own expense, and how the powerlessness Christ demonstrates for us is the true power we gain when we let go of our need for control and surrender to God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 03 Apr 2021 20:06:02 +00002021-04-03T20:06:02+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_awful_problem_of_existence/?id=47805Join Michael as he discusses how we are either living in repentance or rebellion at any given time in our response to God grace, and how this determines the quality of our existence both now and in the life to come.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_awful_problem_of_existence/noJoin Michael as he discusses how we are either living in repentance or rebellion at any given time in our response to God grace, and how this determines the quality of our existence both now and in the life to come.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses how we are either living in repentance or rebellion at any given time in our response to God grace, and how this determines the quality of our existence both now and in the life to come.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 23 Mar 2021 14:41:25 +00002021-03-23T14:41:25+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_failure_of_the_first_fast/?id=47709Join Michael as he discusses the failure of the first fast in the Bible and its implications to us; how fasting is not about food the way we typically approach it; and fasting’s corporate and communal nature and what it means to us as persons not individuals. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_failure_of_the_first_fast/noJoin Michael as he discusses the failure of the first fast in the Bible and its implications to us; how fasting is not about food the way we typically approach it; and fasting’s corporate and communal nature and what it means to us as persons not individuals. Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the failure of the first fast in the Bible and its implications to us; how fasting is not about food the way we typically approach it; and fasting’s corporate and communal nature and what it means to us as persons not individuals. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 12 Mar 2021 14:52:23 +00002021-03-12T14:52:23+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/great_lent_the_sacred_and_the_secular/?id=47596Great Lent is a holy and sacred time of year yet we can turn it into a secular practice and experience if we are not careful. Join Michael as he discusses our understanding and participation in Lent, and how to avoid subtle ways that lead us to experience Lent less than how we should.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/great_lent_the_sacred_and_the_secular/noGreat Lent is a holy and sacred time of year yet we can turn it into a secular practice and experience if we are not careful. Join Michael as he discusses our understanding and participation in Lent, and how to avoid subtle ways that lead us to experience Lent less than how we should.Michael HaldasGreat Lent is a holy and sacred time of year yet we can turn it into a secular practice and experience if we are not careful. Join Michael as he discusses our understanding and participation in Lent, and how to avoid subtle ways that lead us to experience Lent less than how we should.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 22 Feb 2021 16:24:11 +00002021-02-22T16:24:11+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/conspiracy_theories_unmasked/?id=47419So many people love a good conspiracy theory. But these theories do damage and harm to individuals, communities, and our society. Join Michael as he discusses the primary reasons people believe them and why doing so is antithetical to our faith.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/conspiracy_theories_unmasked/noSo many people love a good conspiracy theory. But these theories do damage and harm to individuals, communities, and our society. Join Michael as he discusses the primary reasons people believe them and why doing so is antithetical to our faith.Michael HaldasSo many people love a good conspiracy theory. But these theories do damage and harm to individuals, communities, and our society. Join Michael as he discusses the primary reasons people believe them and why doing so is antithetical to our faith.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 08 Feb 2021 21:47:43 +00002021-02-08T21:47:43+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_cancel_culture_needs_to_be_canceled/?id=47308Cancel culture is a culture of hate, division, and destruction. Join Michael as he uses the Gospels and other scripture to show just how wicked this culture is; what the current culture is doing to us; why we are knowingly or unknowingly participating in it; and what we should do to combat it. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_cancel_culture_needs_to_be_canceled/noCancel culture is a culture of hate, division, and destruction. Join Michael as he uses the Gospels and other scripture to show just how wicked this culture is; what the current culture is doing to us; why we are knowingly or unknowingly participating in it; and what we should do to combat it. Michael HaldasCancel culture is a culture of hate, division, and destruction. Join Michael as he uses the Gospels and other scripture to show just how wicked this culture is; what the current culture is doing to us; why we are knowingly or unknowingly participating in it; and what we should do to combat it. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 25 Jan 2021 15:37:02 +00002021-01-25T15:37:02+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/your_faith_has_made_you_well_or_has_it/?id=47166Christ says “your faith has made you well” specific to three healings in the Gospel accounts. This phrase means much more than we think it does and understanding it in full opens our eyes to how we should be living our faith and why many of us are not. Join Michael as breaks this simple phrase down with all of its layers of meaning and what we should be doing daily to be made well.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/your_faith_has_made_you_well_or_has_it/noChrist says “your faith has made you well” specific to three healings in the Gospel accounts. This phrase means much more than we think it does and understanding it in full opens our eyes to how we should be living our faith and why many of us are not. Join Michael as breaks this simple phrase down with all of its layers of meaning and what we should be doing daily to be made well.Michael HaldasChrist says “your faith has made you well” specific to three healings in the Gospel accounts. This phrase means much more than we think it does and understanding it in full opens our eyes to how we should be living our faith and why many of us are not. Join Michael as breaks this simple phrase down with all of its layers of meaning and what we should be doing daily to be made well.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 15 Jan 2021 14:33:27 +00002021-01-15T14:33:27+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tried_tested_and_tempted/?id=47083What’s the difference between testing and temptation? How can we discern God’s at work in our lives versus the enemy’s attacks? Why does the Greek in the scriptures use the same word for testing and temptation? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and compares and contrasts testing and temptation.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/tried_tested_and_tempted/noWhat’s the difference between testing and temptation? How can we discern God’s at work in our lives versus the enemy’s attacks? Why does the Greek in the scriptures use the same word for testing and temptation? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and compares and contrasts testing and temptation.Michael HaldasWhat’s the difference between testing and temptation? How can we discern God’s at work in our lives versus the enemy’s attacks? Why does the Greek in the scriptures use the same word for testing and temptation? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and compares and contrasts testing and temptation.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 19 Dec 2020 19:08:13 +00002020-12-19T19:08:13+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_christians_must_acquire_the_soul_of_a_poet/?id=46843St. Porphyrios wrote, “Whoever wants to become a Christian must first become a poet.” Most of us are not poets so does this preclude us from being true Christians? Join Michael as he explores God’s poetic and artistic nature and how to understand and connect to Him through the divine language of symbol, beauty, and our own personal artistry even while living in a culture dominated by utilitarianism and reductionism.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/why_christians_must_acquire_the_soul_of_a_poet/noSt. Porphyrios wrote, “Whoever wants to become a Christian must first become a poet.” Most of us are not poets so does this preclude us from being true Christians? Join Michael as he explores God’s poetic and artistic nature and how to understand and connect to Him through the divine language of symbol, beauty, and our own personal artistry even while living in a culture dominated by utilitarianism and reductionism.Michael HaldasSt. Porphyrios wrote, “Whoever wants to become a Christian must first become a poet.” Most of us are not poets so does this preclude us from being true Christians? Join Michael as he explores God’s poetic and artistic nature and how to understand and connect to Him through the divine language of symbol, beauty, and our own personal artistry even while living in a culture dominated by utilitarianism and reductionism.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 12 Dec 2020 21:32:05 +00002020-12-12T21:32:05+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/it_is_more_blessed_to_give_than_to_receive_except_for_suffering/?id=46760Join Michael as he discusses the Book of Job as a case study in suffering and the importance of how we receive our suffering; how it is often what defines our salvation and belief in and relationship to God; what God gives and does not give to us in our suffering; and how our suffering can be a mystery and those closest to us can often create obstacles for us to receive it well.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/it_is_more_blessed_to_give_than_to_receive_except_for_suffering/noJoin Michael as he discusses the Book of Job as a case study in suffering and the importance of how we receive our suffering; how it is often what defines our salvation and belief in and relationship to God; what God gives and does not give to us in our suffering; and how our suffering can be a mystery and those closest to us can often create obstacles for us to receive it well.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the Book of Job as a case study in suffering and the importance of how we receive our suffering; how it is often what defines our salvation and belief in and relationship to God; what God gives and does not give to us in our suffering; and how our suffering can be a mystery and those closest to us can often create obstacles for us to receive it well.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 23 Nov 2020 20:13:42 +00002020-11-23T20:13:42+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/our_thoughts_and_actions_determine_our_lives/?id=46599Many of us have read the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives by Elder Thaddeus which is packed with holy wisdom. However, our thoughts gives rise to our actions, and our actions in turn reflect our thoughts. We are held to account by God for both what we think and what we do. Join Michael as he discusses the relationship to thoughts and actions, how we often entertain and get seduced by the wrong thoughts, and can make philosophy, psychology, and even theology and excuse to not have the right thoughts or take the right actions.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/our_thoughts_and_actions_determine_our_lives/noMany of us have read the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives by Elder Thaddeus which is packed with holy wisdom. However, our thoughts gives rise to our actions, and our actions in turn reflect our thoughts. We are held to account by God for both what we think and what we do. Join Michael as he discusses the relationship to thoughts and actions, how we often entertain and get seduced by the wrong thoughts, and can make philosophy, psychology, and even theology and excuse to not have the right thoughts or take the right actions.Michael HaldasMany of us have read the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives by Elder Thaddeus which is packed with holy wisdom. However, our thoughts gives rise to our actions, and our actions in turn reflect our thoughts. We are held to account by God for both what we think and what we do. Join Michael as he discusses the relationship to thoughts and actions, how we often entertain and get seduced by the wrong thoughts, and can make philosophy, psychology, and even theology and excuse to not have the right thoughts or take the right actions.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 16 Nov 2020 14:53:41 +00002020-11-16T14:53:41+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_liturgy_of_human_need/?id=46537Join Michael as he offers a reflection on how and why the liturgical life of the church should be lived continuously both inside and outside of the church walls, how Christ teaches and demonstrates this in the Gospel, and how we can sometimes make our liturgical worship a requirement instead of a means to draw closer to Christ and love others.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_liturgy_of_human_need/noJoin Michael as he offers a reflection on how and why the liturgical life of the church should be lived continuously both inside and outside of the church walls, how Christ teaches and demonstrates this in the Gospel, and how we can sometimes make our liturgical worship a requirement instead of a means to draw closer to Christ and love others.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he offers a reflection on how and why the liturgical life of the church should be lived continuously both inside and outside of the church walls, how Christ teaches and demonstrates this in the Gospel, and how we can sometimes make our liturgical worship a requirement instead of a means to draw closer to Christ and love others.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 24 Oct 2020 15:53:25 +00002020-10-24T15:53:25+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/not_losing_heart_in_these_troubling_times/?id=46349Join Michael as he discusses what it really means “not to lose heart” according to Christ and St. Paul, examines the scriptures where these words are used, looks at their meaning in the original Greek, and why we actually have a responsibility to others not to lose heart.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/not_losing_heart_in_these_troubling_times/noJoin Michael as he discusses what it really means “not to lose heart” according to Christ and St. Paul, examines the scriptures where these words are used, looks at their meaning in the original Greek, and why we actually have a responsibility to others not to lose heart.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses what it really means “not to lose heart” according to Christ and St. Paul, examines the scriptures where these words are used, looks at their meaning in the original Greek, and why we actually have a responsibility to others not to lose heart.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 07 Oct 2020 14:12:52 +00002020-10-07T14:12:52+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/self_denial_or_self_desire/?id=46168Join Michael as he discusses the danger of giving into the wrong desires, some of which seem benign but aren’t; the struggles we encounter on the journey from self-desire to self-denial; what authors such as Lewis, Tolkien, and others can teach us; and ways we can frame our thought to help us with this important struggle.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/self_denial_or_self_desire/noJoin Michael as he discusses the danger of giving into the wrong desires, some of which seem benign but aren’t; the struggles we encounter on the journey from self-desire to self-denial; what authors such as Lewis, Tolkien, and others can teach us; and ways we can frame our thought to help us with this important struggle.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the danger of giving into the wrong desires, some of which seem benign but aren’t; the struggles we encounter on the journey from self-desire to self-denial; what authors such as Lewis, Tolkien, and others can teach us; and ways we can frame our thought to help us with this important struggle.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 22 Sep 2020 17:04:05 +00002020-09-22T17:04:05+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/i_dont_feel_god/?id=45970Join Michael as he discusses what we should do when we feel like God is absent from our lives, and how we can overcome the tyranny of our negative thoughts and feelings that create this false sense of separation.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/i_dont_feel_god/noJoin Michael as he discusses what we should do when we feel like God is absent from our lives, and how we can overcome the tyranny of our negative thoughts and feelings that create this false sense of separation.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses what we should do when we feel like God is absent from our lives, and how we can overcome the tyranny of our negative thoughts and feelings that create this false sense of separation.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 03 Jul 2020 01:27:29 +00002020-07-03T01:27:29+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/do_we_want_to_be_well/?id=45170Join Michael for an in-depth discussion of healing, what Christ demonstrates in the Gospels, and some surprising reasons why we are and are not as open to healing as we’d like to think.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/do_we_want_to_be_well/noJoin Michael for an in-depth discussion of healing, what Christ demonstrates in the Gospels, and some surprising reasons why we are and are not as open to healing as we’d like to think.Michael HaldasJoin Michael for an in-depth discussion of healing, what Christ demonstrates in the Gospels, and some surprising reasons why we are and are not as open to healing as we’d like to think.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 15 Jun 2020 21:10:19 +00002020-06-15T21:10:19+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/imposter_syndrome_and_the_enemy_within/?id=45006Join Michael in an in-depth discussion about the self-defeating voice in our head that makes us feel like imposters who we will be discovered a frauds, the internal and external influences that feed this negative self-talk, and how we can overcome it in Christ.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/imposter_syndrome_and_the_enemy_within/noJoin Michael in an in-depth discussion about the self-defeating voice in our head that makes us feel like imposters who we will be discovered a frauds, the internal and external influences that feed this negative self-talk, and how we can overcome it in Christ.Michael HaldasJoin Michael in an in-depth discussion about the self-defeating voice in our head that makes us feel like imposters who we will be discovered a frauds, the internal and external influences that feed this negative self-talk, and how we can overcome it in Christ.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 26 May 2020 16:54:40 +00002020-05-26T16:54:40+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_covid_19_and_ptsd/?id=44760Join Michael as he tells the story of a family who all contracted the virus, what they suffered, what medical experts and articles are saying about COVID-19 and PTSD, and how we can understand this spiritually.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_covid_19_and_ptsd/noJoin Michael as he tells the story of a family who all contracted the virus, what they suffered, what medical experts and articles are saying about COVID-19 and PTSD, and how we can understand this spiritually.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he tells the story of a family who all contracted the virus, what they suffered, what medical experts and articles are saying about COVID-19 and PTSD, and how we can understand this spiritually.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 12 May 2020 00:01:50 +00002020-05-12T00:01:50+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mary_the_mother_of_god_and_the_value_and_restoration_of_women/?id=44575In celebration of Mother’s Day, join Michael as he explores the language of the Genesis creation stories and what they teach us about the value of women and the feminine and motherly nature of God. He then reflects on the Theotokos and how her life and Christ’s demonstrate the value of women established in Genesis, and how they restore women to the place God intended for them. This podcast is based on a Zoom class Michael gave to a Church community and also includes responses from the question and answer period of the class.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mary_the_mother_of_god_and_the_value_and_restoration_of_women/noIn celebration of Mother’s Day, join Michael as he explores the language of the Genesis creation stories and what they teach us about the value of women and the feminine and motherly nature of God. He then reflects on the Theotokos and how her life and Christ’s demonstrate the value of women established in Genesis, and how they restore women to the place God intended for them. This podcast is based on a Zoom class Michael gave to a Church community and also includes responses from the question and answer period of the class.Michael HaldasIn celebration of Mother’s Day, join Michael as he explores the language of the Genesis creation stories and what they teach us about the value of women and the feminine and motherly nature of God. He then reflects on the Theotokos and how her life and Christ’s demonstrate the value of women established in Genesis, and how they restore women to the place God intended for them. This podcast is based on a Zoom class Michael gave to a Church community and also includes responses from the question and answer period of the class.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 20 Apr 2020 19:42:34 +00002020-04-20T19:42:34+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/praying_in_the_name_of_the_lord/?id=44345The circumstances of the coronavirus and the global pandemic give us an opportunity, amidst the suffering, to reexamine aspects of our faith, and refresh and renew our thinking and practice. Join Michael as he takes a deep dive of what it means to pray in the name of the Lord, especially during this time of great need.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/praying_in_the_name_of_the_lord/noThe circumstances of the coronavirus and the global pandemic give us an opportunity, amidst the suffering, to reexamine aspects of our faith, and refresh and renew our thinking and practice. Join Michael as he takes a deep dive of what it means to pray in the name of the Lord, especially during this time of great need.Michael HaldasThe circumstances of the coronavirus and the global pandemic give us an opportunity, amidst the suffering, to reexamine aspects of our faith, and refresh and renew our thinking and practice. Join Michael as he takes a deep dive of what it means to pray in the name of the Lord, especially during this time of great need.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 07 Apr 2020 18:58:35 +00002020-04-07T18:58:35+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_office_of_the_child_hope_in_christ_as_the_eternal_son_of_god/?id=44213Retaining the hope of a child is not easy, especially in today’s coronavirus pandemic environment. Yet this is what Christ want us to do according to the Gospel. Using thoughts from Orthodox teacher and professor Vigen Guroian’s chapter on childhood from his book The Orthodox Reality: Culture, Theology, and Ethics in the Modern World, Michael explores this topic in depth, and explains how by remembering that Christ is the eternal child of God can rekindle our sense of hope during this difficult time.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_office_of_the_child_hope_in_christ_as_the_eternal_son_of_god/noRetaining the hope of a child is not easy, especially in today’s coronavirus pandemic environment. Yet this is what Christ want us to do according to the Gospel. Using thoughts from Orthodox teacher and professor Vigen Guroian’s chapter on childhood from his book The Orthodox Reality: Culture, Theology, and Ethics in the Modern World, Michael explores this topic in depth, and explains how by remembering that Christ is the eternal child of God can rekindle our sense of hope during this difficult time.Michael HaldasRetaining the hope of a child is not easy, especially in today’s coronavirus pandemic environment. Yet this is what Christ want us to do according to the Gospel. Using thoughts from Orthodox teacher and professor Vigen Guroian’s chapter on childhood from his book The Orthodox Reality: Culture, Theology, and Ethics in the Modern World, Michael explores this topic in depth, and explains how by remembering that Christ is the eternal child of God can rekindle our sense of hope during this difficult time.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 01 Apr 2020 15:23:46 +00002020-04-01T15:23:46+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/panic_fragility_and_the_plight_of_the_immanent_man/?id=44060Inspired by the conditions of the coronavirus, but not about the virus itself, Michael reflects on why either our transcendent or immanent mindset makes a huge difference on how we cope with such trying circumstances.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/panic_fragility_and_the_plight_of_the_immanent_man/noInspired by the conditions of the coronavirus, but not about the virus itself, Michael reflects on why either our transcendent or immanent mindset makes a huge difference on how we cope with such trying circumstances.Michael HaldasInspired by the conditions of the coronavirus, but not about the virus itself, Michael reflects on why either our transcendent or immanent mindset makes a huge difference on how we cope with such trying circumstances.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 25 Mar 2020 21:44:06 +00002020-03-25T21:44:06+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/fear_and_control/?id=44031The St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral has been holding nightly classes/discussions, seven days a week at 7 PM EST. Led by Father George Kokhno and Father Valery Shemchuk, each night either one of them, or guest speakers such as Michael Haldas, Archimandrite Sergius of St. Tikhon's Monastery, Father Maximus Urbanowicz, and others have led discussions. Michael recently led a class in which the topic was Fear and Control. All are welcome to join future classes. Download the Zoom App to your smartphone or tablet, or join through the web at (https://zoom.us/j/2100687480). If you use the app simply open it, use code 2100687480 to join.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/fear_and_control/noThe St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral has been holding nightly classes/discussions, seven days a week at 7 PM EST. Led by Father George Kokhno and Father Valery Shemchuk, each night either one of them, or guest speakers such as Michael Haldas, Archimandrite Sergius of St. Tikhon's Monastery, Father Maximus Urbanowicz, and others have led discussions. Michael recently led a class in which the topic was Fear and Control. All are welcome to join future classes. Download the Zoom App to your smartphone or tablet, or join through the web at (https://zoom.us/j/2100687480). If you use the app simply open it, use code 2100687480 to join.Michael HaldasThe St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral has been holding nightly classes/discussions, seven days a week at 7 PM EST. Led by Father George Kokhno and Father Valery Shemchuk, each night either one of them, or guest speakers such as Michael Haldas, Archimandrite Sergius of St. Tikhon's Monastery, Father Maximus Urbanowicz, and others have led discussions. Michael recently led a class in which the topic was Fear and Control. All are welcome to join future classes. Download the Zoom App to your smartphone or tablet, or join through the web at (https://zoom.us/j/2100687480). If you use the app simply open it, use code 2100687480 to join.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 25 Feb 2020 19:45:49 +00002020-02-25T19:45:49+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/capturing_our_minds_in_a_world_of_false_images/?id=43634Join Michael as he talks about how to capture and protect our mind from the world of false images we live in, and how doing so also supports our mental, physical and spiritual health.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/capturing_our_minds_in_a_world_of_false_images/noJoin Michael as he talks about how to capture and protect our mind from the world of false images we live in, and how doing so also supports our mental, physical and spiritual health.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he talks about how to capture and protect our mind from the world of false images we live in, and how doing so also supports our mental, physical and spiritual health.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 04 Jan 2020 01:27:30 +00002020-01-04T01:27:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/being_a_life_giver_in_a_culture_of_death/?id=43002We have all heard the phrase “culture of death.” Many use it to describe the culture we live in, especially when it comes to current social issues. Join Michael as he talks about life and death, what we as Orthodox Christians need to do to continually bring life to a world riddled with death, and why our understanding of life and death needs to be understood in a much broader and deeper sense. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/being_a_life_giver_in_a_culture_of_death/noWe have all heard the phrase “culture of death.” Many use it to describe the culture we live in, especially when it comes to current social issues. Join Michael as he talks about life and death, what we as Orthodox Christians need to do to continually bring life to a world riddled with death, and why our understanding of life and death needs to be understood in a much broader and deeper sense. Michael HaldasWe have all heard the phrase “culture of death.” Many use it to describe the culture we live in, especially when it comes to current social issues. Join Michael as he talks about life and death, what we as Orthodox Christians need to do to continually bring life to a world riddled with death, and why our understanding of life and death needs to be understood in a much broader and deeper sense. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSun, 01 Dec 2019 23:43:16 +00002019-12-01T23:43:16+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/freeing_ourselves_from_bondage/?id=42513Bondage to sin and wrong behavior and struggling with things we can’t seem to overcome plague us all to lesser or greater degrees. Join Michael as he talks about three typical forms of bondage that grip us and what we need to do to overcome them.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/freeing_ourselves_from_bondage/noBondage to sin and wrong behavior and struggling with things we can’t seem to overcome plague us all to lesser or greater degrees. Join Michael as he talks about three typical forms of bondage that grip us and what we need to do to overcome them.Michael HaldasBondage to sin and wrong behavior and struggling with things we can’t seem to overcome plague us all to lesser or greater degrees. Join Michael as he talks about three typical forms of bondage that grip us and what we need to do to overcome them.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 13 Nov 2019 13:32:35 +00002019-11-13T13:32:35+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hope_when_feeling_hopeless/?id=42298It’s terrible feeling to lose hope and feel like our circumstances are hopeless. It’s not how we are meant to live, but we can lose sight of this because of what we are going through. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic and how we can maintain or recapture hope no matter what we are experiencing. Michael also shares some exciting developments occurring with Ancient Faith Ministries and the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, an author whose fiction deals a lot with hope amidst hopelessness.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hope_when_feeling_hopeless/noIt’s terrible feeling to lose hope and feel like our circumstances are hopeless. It’s not how we are meant to live, but we can lose sight of this because of what we are going through. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic and how we can maintain or recapture hope no matter what we are experiencing. Michael also shares some exciting developments occurring with Ancient Faith Ministries and the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, an author whose fiction deals a lot with hope amidst hopelessness.Michael HaldasIt’s terrible feeling to lose hope and feel like our circumstances are hopeless. It’s not how we are meant to live, but we can lose sight of this because of what we are going through. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic and how we can maintain or recapture hope no matter what we are experiencing. Michael also shares some exciting developments occurring with Ancient Faith Ministries and the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, an author whose fiction deals a lot with hope amidst hopelessness.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSun, 11 Aug 2019 22:03:21 +00002019-08-11T22:03:21+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/suffering_and_unconditional_love_of_others/?id=41361How do we continue to love unconditionally amidst our suffering, especially when this suffering is caused by the people we love best? How do we attain and maintain the maturity of faith we need to be Christ-like, let God be in control, and recognize the grace in our lives despite the pain. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/suffering_and_unconditional_love_of_others/noHow do we continue to love unconditionally amidst our suffering, especially when this suffering is caused by the people we love best? How do we attain and maintain the maturity of faith we need to be Christ-like, let God be in control, and recognize the grace in our lives despite the pain. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic. Michael HaldasHow do we continue to love unconditionally amidst our suffering, especially when this suffering is caused by the people we love best? How do we attain and maintain the maturity of faith we need to be Christ-like, let God be in control, and recognize the grace in our lives despite the pain. Join Michael as he shares his thoughts and experiences on this very difficult topic. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 09 Jul 2019 17:38:14 +00002019-07-09T17:38:14+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_action_of_contemplation/?id=40985We live in a pace driven and action oriented culture where we are always on the go. We achieve much yet feel mentally, physically, and spiritually exhausted. We have forgotten how to just be. Join Michael Haldas as he explores this topic in depth and offers some thoughts on the hierarchy of action and contemplation in our lives.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_action_of_contemplation/noWe live in a pace driven and action oriented culture where we are always on the go. We achieve much yet feel mentally, physically, and spiritually exhausted. We have forgotten how to just be. Join Michael Haldas as he explores this topic in depth and offers some thoughts on the hierarchy of action and contemplation in our lives.Michael HaldasWe live in a pace driven and action oriented culture where we are always on the go. We achieve much yet feel mentally, physically, and spiritually exhausted. We have forgotten how to just be. Join Michael Haldas as he explores this topic in depth and offers some thoughts on the hierarchy of action and contemplation in our lives.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 18 Jun 2019 16:07:28 +00002019-06-18T16:07:28+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/threads_of_life_and_tangled_webs_how_to_make_sense_of_our_lives_and_see_the/?id=40718Join Michael as he explores the webs and patterns of our life, and uses poem, story, myth, metaphor, and examples from his own life to show how we can recognize God and continuity within our myriad choices, and know His peace.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/threads_of_life_and_tangled_webs_how_to_make_sense_of_our_lives_and_see_the/noJoin Michael as he explores the webs and patterns of our life, and uses poem, story, myth, metaphor, and examples from his own life to show how we can recognize God and continuity within our myriad choices, and know His peace.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he explores the webs and patterns of our life, and uses poem, story, myth, metaphor, and examples from his own life to show how we can recognize God and continuity within our myriad choices, and know His peace.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 23 Apr 2019 21:05:41 +00002019-04-23T21:05:41+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/wrestling_with_god_struggles_wounds_and_transformation/?id=40097Have you ever felt like you were wrestling or struggling with God, like your life was out of control, the future was unknown or something to be feared, and you were at a loss about what to do? Your prayers seem unanswered and God seems silent. Join Michael as he recounts the story of Jacob and shows how Jacob’s story and his struggle with God is our story.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/wrestling_with_god_struggles_wounds_and_transformation/noHave you ever felt like you were wrestling or struggling with God, like your life was out of control, the future was unknown or something to be feared, and you were at a loss about what to do? Your prayers seem unanswered and God seems silent. Join Michael as he recounts the story of Jacob and shows how Jacob’s story and his struggle with God is our story.Michael HaldasHave you ever felt like you were wrestling or struggling with God, like your life was out of control, the future was unknown or something to be feared, and you were at a loss about what to do? Your prayers seem unanswered and God seems silent. Join Michael as he recounts the story of Jacob and shows how Jacob’s story and his struggle with God is our story.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 04 Mar 2019 19:09:45 +00002019-03-04T19:09:45+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/truth_or_lies_there_is_no_compromise/?id=39177Making extensive use of the Scriptures, join Michael Haldas as he teaches an in-depth Bible lesson on the truth about truth; the truth about the real gravity and depravity of lies and lying; and what Christ means when He talks about the “father of lies” and “the ruler of this world” who was “a murderer from the beginning.”https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/truth_or_lies_there_is_no_compromise/noMaking extensive use of the Scriptures, join Michael Haldas as he teaches an in-depth Bible lesson on the truth about truth; the truth about the real gravity and depravity of lies and lying; and what Christ means when He talks about the “father of lies” and “the ruler of this world” who was “a murderer from the beginning.”Michael HaldasMaking extensive use of the Scriptures, join Michael Haldas as he teaches an in-depth Bible lesson on the truth about truth; the truth about the real gravity and depravity of lies and lying; and what Christ means when He talks about the “father of lies” and “the ruler of this world” who was “a murderer from the beginning.”feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 05 Feb 2019 18:48:34 +00002019-02-05T18:48:34+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramentality_in_the_lord_of_the_rings/?id=38933Join Michael has he discusses in-depth how J.R.R Tolkien and his work were formational in preparing him to accept the truth of sacramental reality as experienced and taught in Orthodox Christianity.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramentality_in_the_lord_of_the_rings/noJoin Michael has he discusses in-depth how J.R.R Tolkien and his work were formational in preparing him to accept the truth of sacramental reality as experienced and taught in Orthodox Christianity.Michael HaldasJoin Michael has he discusses in-depth how J.R.R Tolkien and his work were formational in preparing him to accept the truth of sacramental reality as experienced and taught in Orthodox Christianity.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 25 Jan 2019 01:11:21 +00002019-01-25T01:11:21+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/life_liberty_and_the_pursuit_of_holiness/?id=38824Join Michael as uses a disturbing trend among young adults when it comes to the Constitution and the Bible as a springboard to discuss happiness versus holiness, and why the Holy Fathers surpass the Founding Fathers when it comes to truly understanding how to form “a more perfect union.”https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/life_liberty_and_the_pursuit_of_holiness/noJoin Michael as uses a disturbing trend among young adults when it comes to the Constitution and the Bible as a springboard to discuss happiness versus holiness, and why the Holy Fathers surpass the Founding Fathers when it comes to truly understanding how to form “a more perfect union.”Michael HaldasJoin Michael as uses a disturbing trend among young adults when it comes to the Constitution and the Bible as a springboard to discuss happiness versus holiness, and why the Holy Fathers surpass the Founding Fathers when it comes to truly understanding how to form “a more perfect union.”feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 27 Nov 2018 16:53:27 +00002018-11-27T16:53:27+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/thoughts_on_thoughts_and_prayers/?id=38087Join Michael as he uses Scripture and a well-written article to discuss the slippery slope of letting the words “our thoughts and prayers” become synonymous for non-action.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/thoughts_on_thoughts_and_prayers/noJoin Michael as he uses Scripture and a well-written article to discuss the slippery slope of letting the words “our thoughts and prayers” become synonymous for non-action.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he uses Scripture and a well-written article to discuss the slippery slope of letting the words “our thoughts and prayers” become synonymous for non-action.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 02 Nov 2018 00:00:57 +00002018-11-02T00:00:57+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/suffering_when_loved_ones_suffer/?id=37849Watching and supporting a loved one who is suffering often causes us to suffer just as much and even more. Join Michael as he uses scripture and real life experience to illustrate five things we need to do and remember to get through this type of suffering.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/suffering_when_loved_ones_suffer/noWatching and supporting a loved one who is suffering often causes us to suffer just as much and even more. Join Michael as he uses scripture and real life experience to illustrate five things we need to do and remember to get through this type of suffering.Michael HaldasWatching and supporting a loved one who is suffering often causes us to suffer just as much and even more. Join Michael as he uses scripture and real life experience to illustrate five things we need to do and remember to get through this type of suffering.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 25 Sep 2018 21:26:45 +00002018-09-25T21:26:45+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_in_controlreally/?id=37444Sometimes our lives are in such chaos and darkness it is hard to believe God is in control and is loving us and caring for us. Join Michael as he dramatically recounts the story of the Gadarene Demoniac told in Mark 5:1-20, unlikely though it would seem, to demonstrate God’s providence in our lives.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_in_controlreally/noSometimes our lives are in such chaos and darkness it is hard to believe God is in control and is loving us and caring for us. Join Michael as he dramatically recounts the story of the Gadarene Demoniac told in Mark 5:1-20, unlikely though it would seem, to demonstrate God’s providence in our lives.Michael HaldasSometimes our lives are in such chaos and darkness it is hard to believe God is in control and is loving us and caring for us. Join Michael as he dramatically recounts the story of the Gadarene Demoniac told in Mark 5:1-20, unlikely though it would seem, to demonstrate God’s providence in our lives.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 30 Aug 2018 03:37:29 +00002018-08-30T03:37:29+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_tale_of_two_icons_reflections_on_hope_healing_and_miracles/?id=37176Michael offers thoughts and personal reflections of his recent experience with the miraculous icon of St. Anna at St. Tikhon’s Monastery in Waymart, PA, and the Kardiotisa, “The Tender Heart” myrrh-flowing, miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary at St. George Orthodox Church in Taylor, PA.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_tale_of_two_icons_reflections_on_hope_healing_and_miracles/noMichael offers thoughts and personal reflections of his recent experience with the miraculous icon of St. Anna at St. Tikhon’s Monastery in Waymart, PA, and the Kardiotisa, “The Tender Heart” myrrh-flowing, miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary at St. George Orthodox Church in Taylor, PA.Michael HaldasMichael offers thoughts and personal reflections of his recent experience with the miraculous icon of St. Anna at St. Tikhon’s Monastery in Waymart, PA, and the Kardiotisa, “The Tender Heart” myrrh-flowing, miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary at St. George Orthodox Church in Taylor, PA.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 28 Jul 2018 18:58:13 +00002018-07-28T18:58:13+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/addiction_possession_and_the_opioid_crisis/?id=36933 Drug related deaths due to heroin and opioids are on the rise. It’s becoming an epidemic. Why is this? What are the factors contributing to this crisis of life and death? Why is this crisis reflective of a deep spiritual disorder that demands that parishes and their members get engaged based on their resources and capacity? Join Michael as he attempts to address these questions and shares information from his Metropolis that can be useful to many.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/addiction_possession_and_the_opioid_crisis/no Drug related deaths due to heroin and opioids are on the rise. It’s becoming an epidemic. Why is this? What are the factors contributing to this crisis of life and death? Why is this crisis reflective of a deep spiritual disorder that demands that parishes and their members get engaged based on their resources and capacity? Join Michael as he attempts to address these questions and shares information from his Metropolis that can be useful to many.Michael Haldas Drug related deaths due to heroin and opioids are on the rise. It’s becoming an epidemic. Why is this? What are the factors contributing to this crisis of life and death? Why is this crisis reflective of a deep spiritual disorder that demands that parishes and their members get engaged based on their resources and capacity? Join Michael as he attempts to address these questions and shares information from his Metropolis that can be useful to many.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 27 Jun 2018 15:10:51 +00002018-06-27T15:10:51+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/thoughts_on_suicide_and_what_we_can_do/?id=36689CDC reports that suicides have increased 25% since 1999 in nearly every state and recent celebrity suicides have cause a renewed focus on this issue. The CDC report further lists reasons, warning signs, and who this is affecting most. What can everyday ordinary Orthodox Christians do, who are not clergy or mental health professionals, to help combat this tragedy. Join Michael Haldas as he shares his personal experience and offers some thoughts on this topic.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/thoughts_on_suicide_and_what_we_can_do/noCDC reports that suicides have increased 25% since 1999 in nearly every state and recent celebrity suicides have cause a renewed focus on this issue. The CDC report further lists reasons, warning signs, and who this is affecting most. What can everyday ordinary Orthodox Christians do, who are not clergy or mental health professionals, to help combat this tragedy. Join Michael Haldas as he shares his personal experience and offers some thoughts on this topic.Michael HaldasCDC reports that suicides have increased 25% since 1999 in nearly every state and recent celebrity suicides have cause a renewed focus on this issue. The CDC report further lists reasons, warning signs, and who this is affecting most. What can everyday ordinary Orthodox Christians do, who are not clergy or mental health professionals, to help combat this tragedy. Join Michael Haldas as he shares his personal experience and offers some thoughts on this topic.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 26 May 2018 21:26:03 +00002018-05-26T21:26:03+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_do_you_want_fair_or_me_choosing_god_amidst_the_unfairness_of_illness_a/?id=36220Life’s often not fair and we all suffer from illness and affliction at times that are not of our own making. It is then we are often confronted with a choice – to continue to want to be with God even though we don’t understand why certain things are happening to us; or to let the seeming unfairness of our circumstance drive us away from Him. Join Michael as he uses a whimsical episode of the Brady Bunch to illustrate and discuss this profound truth we all experience.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_do_you_want_fair_or_me_choosing_god_amidst_the_unfairness_of_illness_a/noLife’s often not fair and we all suffer from illness and affliction at times that are not of our own making. It is then we are often confronted with a choice – to continue to want to be with God even though we don’t understand why certain things are happening to us; or to let the seeming unfairness of our circumstance drive us away from Him. Join Michael as he uses a whimsical episode of the Brady Bunch to illustrate and discuss this profound truth we all experience.Michael HaldasLife’s often not fair and we all suffer from illness and affliction at times that are not of our own making. It is then we are often confronted with a choice – to continue to want to be with God even though we don’t understand why certain things are happening to us; or to let the seeming unfairness of our circumstance drive us away from Him. Join Michael as he uses a whimsical episode of the Brady Bunch to illustrate and discuss this profound truth we all experience.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 17 Apr 2018 21:15:36 +00002018-04-17T21:15:36+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/falling_into_the_hands_of_mercy/?id=35781Join Michael as he takes a deep dive into what mercy is, why we often misunderstand it, why we sometimes misperceive God as harsh or even vengeful, and what we need to understand to open our hearts to God’s ever-present mercy.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/falling_into_the_hands_of_mercy/noJoin Michael as he takes a deep dive into what mercy is, why we often misunderstand it, why we sometimes misperceive God as harsh or even vengeful, and what we need to understand to open our hearts to God’s ever-present mercy.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he takes a deep dive into what mercy is, why we often misunderstand it, why we sometimes misperceive God as harsh or even vengeful, and what we need to understand to open our hearts to God’s ever-present mercy.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 20 Mar 2018 14:29:17 +00002018-03-20T14:29:17+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_blessing_of_brokenness/?id=35519It feels awful when we break an object we love and it is beyond repair. Yet Christ loves us and tells us we as persons must be broken for Him to “repair” us. He tells us we have no choice and that the alternative to not being broken is to be crushed. What does He mean? Join Michael as he explains Christ’s teaching and what brokenness looks and feels like.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_blessing_of_brokenness/noIt feels awful when we break an object we love and it is beyond repair. Yet Christ loves us and tells us we as persons must be broken for Him to “repair” us. He tells us we have no choice and that the alternative to not being broken is to be crushed. What does He mean? Join Michael as he explains Christ’s teaching and what brokenness looks and feels like.Michael HaldasIt feels awful when we break an object we love and it is beyond repair. Yet Christ loves us and tells us we as persons must be broken for Him to “repair” us. He tells us we have no choice and that the alternative to not being broken is to be crushed. What does He mean? Join Michael as he explains Christ’s teaching and what brokenness looks and feels like.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 08 Sep 2017 22:04:55 +00002017-09-08T22:04:55+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mystical_experience_or_awe_and_wonder/?id=33398How do we know if we are having a mystical experience versus just an experience of awe and wonder. Does it even matter if it is one or the other? How can we trust our experiences and what are their value? Recounting his own special experience at St. Paul’s church in Rome, join Michael as he tells his story and addresses these important questions. This episode also features Metropolitan Kallistos Ware sharing his earliest recollection of his own religious experience.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/mystical_experience_or_awe_and_wonder/noHow do we know if we are having a mystical experience versus just an experience of awe and wonder. Does it even matter if it is one or the other? How can we trust our experiences and what are their value? Recounting his own special experience at St. Paul’s church in Rome, join Michael as he tells his story and addresses these important questions. This episode also features Metropolitan Kallistos Ware sharing his earliest recollection of his own religious experience.Michael HaldasHow do we know if we are having a mystical experience versus just an experience of awe and wonder. Does it even matter if it is one or the other? How can we trust our experiences and what are their value? Recounting his own special experience at St. Paul’s church in Rome, join Michael as he tells his story and addresses these important questions. This episode also features Metropolitan Kallistos Ware sharing his earliest recollection of his own religious experience.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 25 Jul 2017 12:34:35 +00002017-07-25T12:34:35+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_lie_whisperer_overcoming_the_enemy_in_your_head/?id=32987Dealing with the negative voice in your head that holds you back, causes doubt and anxiety, and robs you of your peace and joy.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_lie_whisperer_overcoming_the_enemy_in_your_head/noDealing with the negative voice in your head that holds you back, causes doubt and anxiety, and robs you of your peace and joy.Michael HaldasDealing with the negative voice in your head that holds you back, causes doubt and anxiety, and robs you of your peace and joy.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 29 Jun 2017 01:13:00 +00002017-06-29T01:13:00+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/how_harry_healed_my_inner_frodo_reflections_on_the_mystery_of_love_sacrific/?id=32756Exploring the characters of Frodo, Gollum, Harry, and Voldemort from these two great works beloved by millions, and what they remind us about concerning love, sacrifice, choice, and more.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/how_harry_healed_my_inner_frodo_reflections_on_the_mystery_of_love_sacrific/noExploring the characters of Frodo, Gollum, Harry, and Voldemort from these two great works beloved by millions, and what they remind us about concerning love, sacrifice, choice, and more.Michael HaldasExploring the characters of Frodo, Gollum, Harry, and Voldemort from these two great works beloved by millions, and what they remind us about concerning love, sacrifice, choice, and more.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 07 Jun 2017 01:48:23 +00002017-06-07T01:48:23+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/confession_adulation_and_social_media/?id=32580Exploring what the Sacrament of Confession teach us about the dangers of popularity and hero-worship in this age of social media.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/confession_adulation_and_social_media/noExploring what the Sacrament of Confession teach us about the dangers of popularity and hero-worship in this age of social media.Michael HaldasExploring what the Sacrament of Confession teach us about the dangers of popularity and hero-worship in this age of social media.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 10 May 2017 00:32:58 +00002017-05-10T00:32:58+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/losing_to_gain/?id=32315Join Michael as he discusses the principle of losing to gain, and what it is we need to lose about ourselves to gain Christ. Focusing particularly on cynicism, he explores why it is ‘sin-a-cism’ and draws on biblical examples to illustrate how and why we need to change this attitude for our spiritual health.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/losing_to_gain/noJoin Michael as he discusses the principle of losing to gain, and what it is we need to lose about ourselves to gain Christ. Focusing particularly on cynicism, he explores why it is ‘sin-a-cism’ and draws on biblical examples to illustrate how and why we need to change this attitude for our spiritual health.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he discusses the principle of losing to gain, and what it is we need to lose about ourselves to gain Christ. Focusing particularly on cynicism, he explores why it is ‘sin-a-cism’ and draws on biblical examples to illustrate how and why we need to change this attitude for our spiritual health.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 13 Apr 2017 20:56:30 +00002017-04-13T20:56:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_and_the_second_law_of_thermodynamics_thoughts_on_the_holiness_of_order/?id=32096Join Michael as he uses science and examples in everyday life to discuss order and disorder, why it is important to understand what they mean spiritually, and how we must be deliberate and committed in our choices to be holy and grow in Christ.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_and_the_second_law_of_thermodynamics_thoughts_on_the_holiness_of_order/noJoin Michael as he uses science and examples in everyday life to discuss order and disorder, why it is important to understand what they mean spiritually, and how we must be deliberate and committed in our choices to be holy and grow in Christ.Michael HaldasJoin Michael as he uses science and examples in everyday life to discuss order and disorder, why it is important to understand what they mean spiritually, and how we must be deliberate and committed in our choices to be holy and grow in Christ.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 04 Mar 2017 13:08:52 +00002017-03-04T13:08:52+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_complex_world_of_parenting/?id=31681Love, joy, worry, and anxiety are just some of the emotions we experience intensely as parents. Join Michael as he offers a personal story and reflection about the complex world of parenting, and our need for Christ to be the best parents we can be.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_complex_world_of_parenting/noLove, joy, worry, and anxiety are just some of the emotions we experience intensely as parents. Join Michael as he offers a personal story and reflection about the complex world of parenting, and our need for Christ to be the best parents we can be.Michael HaldasLove, joy, worry, and anxiety are just some of the emotions we experience intensely as parents. Join Michael as he offers a personal story and reflection about the complex world of parenting, and our need for Christ to be the best parents we can be.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 15 Feb 2017 01:14:28 +00002017-02-15T01:14:28+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/lent_fasting_and_gods_presence/?id=31513How should we fast as Orthodox Christians? Is there really a right and wrong way? What is the real intent and purpose of fasting? Join Michael as he discusses the deeper meaning of fasting and compares the various ways people fast, how we often misunderstand fasting, and how it relates to our awareness of God’s presence in our lives.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/lent_fasting_and_gods_presence/noHow should we fast as Orthodox Christians? Is there really a right and wrong way? What is the real intent and purpose of fasting? Join Michael as he discusses the deeper meaning of fasting and compares the various ways people fast, how we often misunderstand fasting, and how it relates to our awareness of God’s presence in our lives.Michael HaldasHow should we fast as Orthodox Christians? Is there really a right and wrong way? What is the real intent and purpose of fasting? Join Michael as he discusses the deeper meaning of fasting and compares the various ways people fast, how we often misunderstand fasting, and how it relates to our awareness of God’s presence in our lives.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 01 Feb 2017 01:23:51 +00002017-02-01T01:23:51+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/grace_and_the_guiding_hand_of_providence_in_our_lives/?id=31374How do we understand God’s grace and providence in the direction of our lives? Is there such a thing as chance and coincidence, or is it simply our lack of spiritual perception that makes it seem so? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples, thoughts and the insights that apply to all of us.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/grace_and_the_guiding_hand_of_providence_in_our_lives/noHow do we understand God’s grace and providence in the direction of our lives? Is there such a thing as chance and coincidence, or is it simply our lack of spiritual perception that makes it seem so? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples, thoughts and the insights that apply to all of us.Michael HaldasHow do we understand God’s grace and providence in the direction of our lives? Is there such a thing as chance and coincidence, or is it simply our lack of spiritual perception that makes it seem so? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples, thoughts and the insights that apply to all of us.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 17 Jan 2017 00:53:33 +00002017-01-17T00:53:33+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/im_spiritual_but_not_religious/?id=31223Being spiritual and having no religious affiliation is a rapidly increasing segment of society. We hear people say they’re spiritual but religious all the time, but what does it really mean? How do people understand “spiritual” and “religious” when they describe themselves this way? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples and insights to help us understand this growing movement.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/im_spiritual_but_not_religious/noBeing spiritual and having no religious affiliation is a rapidly increasing segment of society. We hear people say they’re spiritual but religious all the time, but what does it really mean? How do people understand “spiritual” and “religious” when they describe themselves this way? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples and insights to help us understand this growing movement.Michael HaldasBeing spiritual and having no religious affiliation is a rapidly increasing segment of society. We hear people say they’re spiritual but religious all the time, but what does it really mean? How do people understand “spiritual” and “religious” when they describe themselves this way? Join Michael as he thoroughly explores this topic and shares personal examples and insights to help us understand this growing movement.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 09 Dec 2016 21:23:01 +00002016-12-09T21:23:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_do_you_mean_santa_isnt_real/?id=30922Many of us can remember when we learned the truth about Santa Claus, but what truth did we learn? Using examples from J.R.R Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, the Polar Express and our Orthodox Christian understanding of mystery, join Michael as he shares a recent conversation about Santa and what the story of the Christmas gift giver may actually be teaching us.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_do_you_mean_santa_isnt_real/noMany of us can remember when we learned the truth about Santa Claus, but what truth did we learn? Using examples from J.R.R Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, the Polar Express and our Orthodox Christian understanding of mystery, join Michael as he shares a recent conversation about Santa and what the story of the Christmas gift giver may actually be teaching us.Michael HaldasMany of us can remember when we learned the truth about Santa Claus, but what truth did we learn? Using examples from J.R.R Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, the Polar Express and our Orthodox Christian understanding of mystery, join Michael as he shares a recent conversation about Santa and what the story of the Christmas gift giver may actually be teaching us.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 15 Nov 2016 03:58:02 +00002016-11-15T03:58:02+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/prayerfulness_and_mindfulness/?id=30681Mindfulness is a growing movement in the United States. It’s finding its way into schools as well as into the daily practice of the lives of many. So what is mindfulness and what are its many benefits? How is it different from prayerfulness, or is it? Join Michael as he discusses prayerfulness and mindfulness, nepsis or watchfulness, and what some Orthodox Christians who are also priests, professors and psychologists have to say about mindfulness.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/prayerfulness_and_mindfulness/noMindfulness is a growing movement in the United States. It’s finding its way into schools as well as into the daily practice of the lives of many. So what is mindfulness and what are its many benefits? How is it different from prayerfulness, or is it? Join Michael as he discusses prayerfulness and mindfulness, nepsis or watchfulness, and what some Orthodox Christians who are also priests, professors and psychologists have to say about mindfulness.Michael HaldasMindfulness is a growing movement in the United States. It’s finding its way into schools as well as into the daily practice of the lives of many. So what is mindfulness and what are its many benefits? How is it different from prayerfulness, or is it? Join Michael as he discusses prayerfulness and mindfulness, nepsis or watchfulness, and what some Orthodox Christians who are also priests, professors and psychologists have to say about mindfulness.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 24 Oct 2016 16:19:24 +00002016-10-24T16:19:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_divided_states_of_america_a_spiritual_reflection_on_wholeness_and_divis/?id=30363Are we living now in the Divided States of America as opposed to the United States of America? Does the political divide we see and hear about it each day in the news speak to who we are now as persons and a society? What can it teach us about ourselves and our own hearts? Join Michael as he discusses wholeness and division from a spiritual point of view, and what we need to do to be Christ-like in today’s current climate. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_divided_states_of_america_a_spiritual_reflection_on_wholeness_and_divis/noAre we living now in the Divided States of America as opposed to the United States of America? Does the political divide we see and hear about it each day in the news speak to who we are now as persons and a society? What can it teach us about ourselves and our own hearts? Join Michael as he discusses wholeness and division from a spiritual point of view, and what we need to do to be Christ-like in today’s current climate. Michael HaldasAre we living now in the Divided States of America as opposed to the United States of America? Does the political divide we see and hear about it each day in the news speak to who we are now as persons and a society? What can it teach us about ourselves and our own hearts? Join Michael as he discusses wholeness and division from a spiritual point of view, and what we need to do to be Christ-like in today’s current climate. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 14 Oct 2016 16:06:33 +00002016-10-14T16:06:33+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/guilt_and_self_judgment/?id=30258Have you ever felt so bad about something you said or did, or something you continue to say and do, something you know is wrong but can’t seem to help yourself and you feel wracked with guilt? Do you judge yourself as a result? Join Michael as he uses examples from the Gospels and everyday life and discusses the difference between healthy guilt and lingering guilt, and the dangers of self-judgment that lead us to cutting ourselves off from God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/guilt_and_self_judgment/noHave you ever felt so bad about something you said or did, or something you continue to say and do, something you know is wrong but can’t seem to help yourself and you feel wracked with guilt? Do you judge yourself as a result? Join Michael as he uses examples from the Gospels and everyday life and discusses the difference between healthy guilt and lingering guilt, and the dangers of self-judgment that lead us to cutting ourselves off from God.Michael HaldasHave you ever felt so bad about something you said or did, or something you continue to say and do, something you know is wrong but can’t seem to help yourself and you feel wracked with guilt? Do you judge yourself as a result? Join Michael as he uses examples from the Gospels and everyday life and discusses the difference between healthy guilt and lingering guilt, and the dangers of self-judgment that lead us to cutting ourselves off from God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 29 Sep 2016 19:03:54 +00002016-09-29T19:03:54+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramental_reality_explaining_sin_sickness_and_spiritual_growth/?id=30085One of the big challenges we face in today’s post-Christian era is the near complete erosion of seeing and understanding reality sacramentally. So how do we teach this reality to our young people who live in a society that rejects it? Focusing on the sacramental reality of sin, sickness and spiritual growth, Michael uses simple examples from everyday life and popular culture to offers strategies, thoughts and lessons that can help guide us to meaningful conversations with our youth.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sacramental_reality_explaining_sin_sickness_and_spiritual_growth/noOne of the big challenges we face in today’s post-Christian era is the near complete erosion of seeing and understanding reality sacramentally. So how do we teach this reality to our young people who live in a society that rejects it? Focusing on the sacramental reality of sin, sickness and spiritual growth, Michael uses simple examples from everyday life and popular culture to offers strategies, thoughts and lessons that can help guide us to meaningful conversations with our youth.Michael HaldasOne of the big challenges we face in today’s post-Christian era is the near complete erosion of seeing and understanding reality sacramentally. So how do we teach this reality to our young people who live in a society that rejects it? Focusing on the sacramental reality of sin, sickness and spiritual growth, Michael uses simple examples from everyday life and popular culture to offers strategies, thoughts and lessons that can help guide us to meaningful conversations with our youth.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 14 Sep 2016 20:55:20 +00002016-09-14T20:55:20+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/teaching_the_cross_to_our_children_and_grandchildren/?id=29944In conjunction with the Feast of the Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, Michael shares some thoughts about what we can teach our young people about the Cross and our personal transformation; the Cross and Understanding Christ as our doctor rather than our lawyer; and the Cross and the Commandments.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/teaching_the_cross_to_our_children_and_grandchildren/noIn conjunction with the Feast of the Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, Michael shares some thoughts about what we can teach our young people about the Cross and our personal transformation; the Cross and Understanding Christ as our doctor rather than our lawyer; and the Cross and the Commandments.Michael HaldasIn conjunction with the Feast of the Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, Michael shares some thoughts about what we can teach our young people about the Cross and our personal transformation; the Cross and Understanding Christ as our doctor rather than our lawyer; and the Cross and the Commandments.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 24 Aug 2016 20:16:39 +00002016-08-24T20:16:39+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/uncreated_light_experiencing_the_transcendent/?id=29773In Orthodoxy we often hear and read about the Uncreated Light of God. What is this Uncreated Light? Can we experience this Divine Light or is it something only Saints can experience? Join Michael as he explains certain Scriptures that illuminate our understanding of God’s Uncreated Light, and shares thoughts and experiences that demonstrate how all of us can partake of the Divine Light and experience the Transcendent in our ordinary daily lives. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/uncreated_light_experiencing_the_transcendent/noIn Orthodoxy we often hear and read about the Uncreated Light of God. What is this Uncreated Light? Can we experience this Divine Light or is it something only Saints can experience? Join Michael as he explains certain Scriptures that illuminate our understanding of God’s Uncreated Light, and shares thoughts and experiences that demonstrate how all of us can partake of the Divine Light and experience the Transcendent in our ordinary daily lives. Michael HaldasIn Orthodoxy we often hear and read about the Uncreated Light of God. What is this Uncreated Light? Can we experience this Divine Light or is it something only Saints can experience? Join Michael as he explains certain Scriptures that illuminate our understanding of God’s Uncreated Light, and shares thoughts and experiences that demonstrate how all of us can partake of the Divine Light and experience the Transcendent in our ordinary daily lives. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 13 Aug 2016 22:46:06 +00002016-08-13T22:46:06+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/disenchanted_with_morality/?id=29672Struck by the phrase “disenchanted with morality” in the pages of a book one morning, Michael shares his thoughts that came to mind. Why does it seem society often appears disenchanted with morality? Why is Christianity so often wrongly perceived and taught as a judgmental set of moral rules and rigid codes of behavior? Why is legalism doing so much harm to our faith? What truly is morality from an Orthodox Christian perspective? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and more, and explains the “enchantment” we should all experience because of our faith.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/disenchanted_with_morality/noStruck by the phrase “disenchanted with morality” in the pages of a book one morning, Michael shares his thoughts that came to mind. Why does it seem society often appears disenchanted with morality? Why is Christianity so often wrongly perceived and taught as a judgmental set of moral rules and rigid codes of behavior? Why is legalism doing so much harm to our faith? What truly is morality from an Orthodox Christian perspective? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and more, and explains the “enchantment” we should all experience because of our faith.Michael HaldasStruck by the phrase “disenchanted with morality” in the pages of a book one morning, Michael shares his thoughts that came to mind. Why does it seem society often appears disenchanted with morality? Why is Christianity so often wrongly perceived and taught as a judgmental set of moral rules and rigid codes of behavior? Why is legalism doing so much harm to our faith? What truly is morality from an Orthodox Christian perspective? Join Michael as he addresses these questions and more, and explains the “enchantment” we should all experience because of our faith.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSun, 31 Jul 2016 21:21:24 +00002016-07-31T21:21:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/prophet_or_profit_the_struggle_to_keep_our_church_priorities_in_order/?id=29559Financial pressures in our Orthodox Churches are very real and often cause great worry and anxiety. As a result, we, both clergy and laity, can lose our focus and get our priorities out of order. Using the terms “Prophet” and “Profit” to symbolize two different mentalities (not suggesting Churches are trying to make a profit in the conventional sense) join Michael as he discusses what our priorities should be and what results proper focus on them would yield.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/prophet_or_profit_the_struggle_to_keep_our_church_priorities_in_order/noFinancial pressures in our Orthodox Churches are very real and often cause great worry and anxiety. As a result, we, both clergy and laity, can lose our focus and get our priorities out of order. Using the terms “Prophet” and “Profit” to symbolize two different mentalities (not suggesting Churches are trying to make a profit in the conventional sense) join Michael as he discusses what our priorities should be and what results proper focus on them would yield.Michael HaldasFinancial pressures in our Orthodox Churches are very real and often cause great worry and anxiety. As a result, we, both clergy and laity, can lose our focus and get our priorities out of order. Using the terms “Prophet” and “Profit” to symbolize two different mentalities (not suggesting Churches are trying to make a profit in the conventional sense) join Michael as he discusses what our priorities should be and what results proper focus on them would yield.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 05 Jul 2016 18:07:29 +00002016-07-05T18:07:29+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/comfort_complacency_and_spiritual_death/?id=29318Comfort, and feeling comfortable, is a desire all of us have and we strive to fulfill this desire. But it can come at a cost because the root of our desire and the means by which we achieve it are not always in our best interests. Join Michael as he explains why comfort can lead to spiritually harmful complacency and blind us to the real purpose of our faith.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/comfort_complacency_and_spiritual_death/noComfort, and feeling comfortable, is a desire all of us have and we strive to fulfill this desire. But it can come at a cost because the root of our desire and the means by which we achieve it are not always in our best interests. Join Michael as he explains why comfort can lead to spiritually harmful complacency and blind us to the real purpose of our faith.Michael HaldasComfort, and feeling comfortable, is a desire all of us have and we strive to fulfill this desire. But it can come at a cost because the root of our desire and the means by which we achieve it are not always in our best interests. Join Michael as he explains why comfort can lead to spiritually harmful complacency and blind us to the real purpose of our faith.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godWed, 15 Jun 2016 21:26:04 +00002016-06-15T21:26:04+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sticks_and_stones/?id=29143“Sticks and stones will break your bones but names will never hurt you.” Many of us have been taught this since we were young. But is it actually true? Or does it do more harm than good teaching this to our children and actually believing it ourselves. Join Michael as he uses incidents from his own life and relates them to key Scriptures to show not only is this statement not true, it goes against what Christ Himself teaches us about the sacredness of words, the danger of misusing them, and how this relates to our understanding of Word of God Himself.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/sticks_and_stones/no“Sticks and stones will break your bones but names will never hurt you.” Many of us have been taught this since we were young. But is it actually true? Or does it do more harm than good teaching this to our children and actually believing it ourselves. Join Michael as he uses incidents from his own life and relates them to key Scriptures to show not only is this statement not true, it goes against what Christ Himself teaches us about the sacredness of words, the danger of misusing them, and how this relates to our understanding of Word of God Himself.Michael Haldas“Sticks and stones will break your bones but names will never hurt you.” Many of us have been taught this since we were young. But is it actually true? Or does it do more harm than good teaching this to our children and actually believing it ourselves. Join Michael as he uses incidents from his own life and relates them to key Scriptures to show not only is this statement not true, it goes against what Christ Himself teaches us about the sacredness of words, the danger of misusing them, and how this relates to our understanding of Word of God Himself.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 02 Jun 2016 11:41:46 +00002016-06-02T11:41:46+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/its_not_your_fault_or_is_it/?id=29005Michael describes his recent experience, while recovering from a concussion, of viewing key scenes from the Academy Award winning movie Good Will Hunting through an Orthodox Christian lens. Using these scenes and their circumstances as illustrations, he discusses understanding sin as sickness, condemning self-judgment and judgment in general, the fine line between our sense of personal accountability and self forgiveness, and both God’s love for us and our love for each other as it should be. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/its_not_your_fault_or_is_it/noMichael describes his recent experience, while recovering from a concussion, of viewing key scenes from the Academy Award winning movie Good Will Hunting through an Orthodox Christian lens. Using these scenes and their circumstances as illustrations, he discusses understanding sin as sickness, condemning self-judgment and judgment in general, the fine line between our sense of personal accountability and self forgiveness, and both God’s love for us and our love for each other as it should be. Michael HaldasMichael describes his recent experience, while recovering from a concussion, of viewing key scenes from the Academy Award winning movie Good Will Hunting through an Orthodox Christian lens. Using these scenes and their circumstances as illustrations, he discusses understanding sin as sickness, condemning self-judgment and judgment in general, the fine line between our sense of personal accountability and self forgiveness, and both God’s love for us and our love for each other as it should be. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 22 Mar 2016 02:59:30 +00002016-03-22T02:59:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/racism_and_the_tragedy_of_how_we_deal_with_differences/?id=28315Racism is a serious wrong that no one should argue. However, from an Orthodox Christian point of view, it is a far deeper wrong than is ever portrayed in the public debate. Join Michael as he explains why racism goes against the core of Christianity, and through story and anecdote describes why it seems is so hard for us to celebrate and embrace differences. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/racism_and_the_tragedy_of_how_we_deal_with_differences/noRacism is a serious wrong that no one should argue. However, from an Orthodox Christian point of view, it is a far deeper wrong than is ever portrayed in the public debate. Join Michael as he explains why racism goes against the core of Christianity, and through story and anecdote describes why it seems is so hard for us to celebrate and embrace differences. Michael HaldasRacism is a serious wrong that no one should argue. However, from an Orthodox Christian point of view, it is a far deeper wrong than is ever portrayed in the public debate. Join Michael as he explains why racism goes against the core of Christianity, and through story and anecdote describes why it seems is so hard for us to celebrate and embrace differences. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSun, 20 Mar 2016 02:06:30 +00002016-03-20T02:06:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/when_good_is_good_enough/?id=28295Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:48 to be perfect as our Father in Heaven is perfect. But how is this possible when we know we are sinners? Did He really mean this? And if so, what exactly did He mean? Join Michael as he discusses what it means to be perfect from an Orthodox Christian point of view and shares a story that illustrates and addresses the difference between being perfect and perfectionism and why “good enough” is actually okay.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/when_good_is_good_enough/noJesus tells us in Matthew 5:48 to be perfect as our Father in Heaven is perfect. But how is this possible when we know we are sinners? Did He really mean this? And if so, what exactly did He mean? Join Michael as he discusses what it means to be perfect from an Orthodox Christian point of view and shares a story that illustrates and addresses the difference between being perfect and perfectionism and why “good enough” is actually okay.Michael HaldasJesus tells us in Matthew 5:48 to be perfect as our Father in Heaven is perfect. But how is this possible when we know we are sinners? Did He really mean this? And if so, what exactly did He mean? Join Michael as he discusses what it means to be perfect from an Orthodox Christian point of view and shares a story that illustrates and addresses the difference between being perfect and perfectionism and why “good enough” is actually okay.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 11 Mar 2016 02:34:24 +00002016-03-11T02:34:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_spirituality_of_eating_and_hunger/?id=28187In the Book of Genesis God says not to eat from the Tree of Life, yet in Revelation He invites us to eat from the Tree of Life. Michael explores the reasons why from an Orthodox Christian perspective. He discusses the sinfulness and sacredness of eating and hunger as taught to us through the Scriptures, specifically Genesis and Revelation, and our Holy Tradition; and what we are really doing when we fast and prepare for and receive the Eucharist.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/the_spirituality_of_eating_and_hunger/noIn the Book of Genesis God says not to eat from the Tree of Life, yet in Revelation He invites us to eat from the Tree of Life. Michael explores the reasons why from an Orthodox Christian perspective. He discusses the sinfulness and sacredness of eating and hunger as taught to us through the Scriptures, specifically Genesis and Revelation, and our Holy Tradition; and what we are really doing when we fast and prepare for and receive the Eucharist.Michael HaldasIn the Book of Genesis God says not to eat from the Tree of Life, yet in Revelation He invites us to eat from the Tree of Life. Michael explores the reasons why from an Orthodox Christian perspective. He discusses the sinfulness and sacredness of eating and hunger as taught to us through the Scriptures, specifically Genesis and Revelation, and our Holy Tradition; and what we are really doing when we fast and prepare for and receive the Eucharist.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 26 Feb 2016 21:02:52 +00002016-02-26T21:02:52+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/regrets_of_the_dying/?id=28058Michael discusses the top five regrets of the dying from the popular article and best-selling book of the same name by Bronnie Ware. What do we typically regret and why? What can we do to avoid such regrets? Michael explores these and other related questions from an Orthodox Christian perspective.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/regrets_of_the_dying/noMichael discusses the top five regrets of the dying from the popular article and best-selling book of the same name by Bronnie Ware. What do we typically regret and why? What can we do to avoid such regrets? Michael explores these and other related questions from an Orthodox Christian perspective.Michael HaldasMichael discusses the top five regrets of the dying from the popular article and best-selling book of the same name by Bronnie Ware. What do we typically regret and why? What can we do to avoid such regrets? Michael explores these and other related questions from an Orthodox Christian perspective.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 08 Feb 2016 21:06:30 +00002016-02-08T21:06:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/its_all_about_christ/?id=27878Sometimes we can get so caught up in Church life that we lose sight of its true purpose. Michael explores this through some real life stories and thoughts, and challenges us to remember what happens to us through living the Christian life and Who is the very point of the sacramental life. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/its_all_about_christ/noSometimes we can get so caught up in Church life that we lose sight of its true purpose. Michael explores this through some real life stories and thoughts, and challenges us to remember what happens to us through living the Christian life and Who is the very point of the sacramental life. Michael HaldasSometimes we can get so caught up in Church life that we lose sight of its true purpose. Michael explores this through some real life stories and thoughts, and challenges us to remember what happens to us through living the Christian life and Who is the very point of the sacramental life. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 02 Feb 2016 02:35:22 +00002016-02-02T02:35:22+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hope_within_evil/?id=27808Michael discusses the nature of evil from an Orthodox Christian perspective and why evil always leads to its own destruction.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/hope_within_evil/noMichael discusses the nature of evil from an Orthodox Christian perspective and why evil always leads to its own destruction.Michael HaldasMichael discusses the nature of evil from an Orthodox Christian perspective and why evil always leads to its own destruction.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 18 Jan 2016 14:52:35 +00002016-01-18T14:52:35+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/people_politics_and_persons/?id=27632Michael discusses the Orthodox theological understanding of what it means to be a person, and how the passion of politics poses a danger to us in how we regard and treat each other as persons. https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/people_politics_and_persons/noMichael discusses the Orthodox theological understanding of what it means to be a person, and how the passion of politics poses a danger to us in how we regard and treat each other as persons. Michael HaldasMichael discusses the Orthodox theological understanding of what it means to be a person, and how the passion of politics poses a danger to us in how we regard and treat each other as persons. feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 05 Jan 2016 21:59:29 +00002016-01-05T21:59:29+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/starwars/?id=27493Michael examines the Star Wars phenomenon from an Orthodox Christian and sacramental point of view, and with a special focus on comparisons between the Force and the Holy Spirit.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/starwars/noMichael examines the Star Wars phenomenon from an Orthodox Christian and sacramental point of view, and with a special focus on comparisons between the Force and the Holy Spirit.Michael HaldasMichael examines the Star Wars phenomenon from an Orthodox Christian and sacramental point of view, and with a special focus on comparisons between the Force and the Holy Spirit.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSun, 20 Dec 2015 19:37:38 +00002015-12-20T19:37:38+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_and_science/?id=27335Michael discusses flaws in the debate of “God or Science” and shows why “God and science” is a more appropriate, and how science can serve as a sacramental means to deepen our faith.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_and_science/noMichael discusses flaws in the debate of “God or Science” and shows why “God and science” is a more appropriate, and how science can serve as a sacramental means to deepen our faith.Michael HaldasMichael discusses flaws in the debate of “God or Science” and shows why “God and science” is a more appropriate, and how science can serve as a sacramental means to deepen our faith.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 03 Dec 2015 21:02:24 +00002015-12-03T21:02:24+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/renters_or_owners_god_us_and_the_environment/?id=27057Michael describes an Orthodox understanding of why we should care for the environment, and what the story of Cain and Abel teaches us about this important issue.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/renters_or_owners_god_us_and_the_environment/noMichael describes an Orthodox understanding of why we should care for the environment, and what the story of Cain and Abel teaches us about this important issue.Michael HaldasMichael describes an Orthodox understanding of why we should care for the environment, and what the story of Cain and Abel teaches us about this important issue.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 24 Nov 2015 11:37:38 +00002015-11-24T11:37:38+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/intelligence_or_wisdom/?id=26957Michael helps us understand the critical difference between intelligence and wisdom. In this episode, he references Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon's book Wise Lives: Orthodox Christian Reflections on the Wisdom of Sirach.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/intelligence_or_wisdom/noMichael helps us understand the critical difference between intelligence and wisdom. In this episode, he references Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon's book Wise Lives: Orthodox Christian Reflections on the Wisdom of Sirach.Michael HaldasMichael helps us understand the critical difference between intelligence and wisdom. In this episode, he references Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon's book Wise Lives: Orthodox Christian Reflections on the Wisdom of Sirach.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 09 Nov 2015 06:32:12 +00002015-11-09T06:32:12+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/judging_our_circumstances_prematurely/?id=26780What happens when life delivers a blow we were not prepared for? Michael shares the story of how one person reacted and what we can learn from it.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/judging_our_circumstances_prematurely/noWhat happens when life delivers a blow we were not prepared for? Michael shares the story of how one person reacted and what we can learn from it.Michael HaldasWhat happens when life delivers a blow we were not prepared for? Michael shares the story of how one person reacted and what we can learn from it.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 26 Oct 2015 14:40:01 +00002015-10-26T14:40:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/christ_and_sexual_sin/?id=26633Michael looks at the story of the Woman at the Well and extracts lessons for understanding how Christ can forgive sexual sin.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/christ_and_sexual_sin/noMichael looks at the story of the Woman at the Well and extracts lessons for understanding how Christ can forgive sexual sin.Michael HaldasMichael looks at the story of the Woman at the Well and extracts lessons for understanding how Christ can forgive sexual sin.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 09 Oct 2015 20:38:32 +00002015-10-09T20:38:32+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/holy_inspiration_and_creativity/?id=26439Michael explores the source of our inspiration when we create for the glory of God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/holy_inspiration_and_creativity/noMichael explores the source of our inspiration when we create for the glory of God.Michael HaldasMichael explores the source of our inspiration when we create for the glory of God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 28 Sep 2015 14:58:37 +00002015-09-28T14:58:37+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_is_life/?id=26313Michael explores and explains Christ’s teaching on life and the perspective and priorities we should have as a result.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/what_is_life/noMichael explores and explains Christ’s teaching on life and the perspective and priorities we should have as a result.Michael HaldasMichael explores and explains Christ’s teaching on life and the perspective and priorities we should have as a result.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:01 +00002015-09-14T18:27:01+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_perspective_on_death/?id=26171Michael offers in-depth thoughts on death from an Orthodox perspective.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_perspective_on_death/noMichael offers in-depth thoughts on death from an Orthodox perspective.Michael HaldasMichael offers in-depth thoughts on death from an Orthodox perspective.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 31 Aug 2015 17:23:04 +00002015-08-31T17:23:04+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_sign_of_the_times/?id=26021Michael observes a sign in a bookstore and reflects on how it symbolically speaks to the state of Christianity in our country today.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/a_sign_of_the_times/noMichael observes a sign in a bookstore and reflects on how it symbolically speaks to the state of Christianity in our country today.Michael HaldasMichael observes a sign in a bookstore and reflects on how it symbolically speaks to the state of Christianity in our country today.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godTue, 18 Aug 2015 11:33:09 +00002015-08-18T11:33:09+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_not_a_tame_lion/?id=25892Michael shares two different experiences from his own life when desiring a word from God.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_not_a_tame_lion/noMichael shares two different experiences from his own life when desiring a word from God.Michael HaldasMichael shares two different experiences from his own life when desiring a word from God.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 03 Aug 2015 12:01:30 +00002015-08-03T12:01:30+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/myth_and_truth/?id=25760Michael says all deep and lasting stories, truth or mythical, are echoes or reflections of the true story of The Greatest Story Ever Told.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/myth_and_truth/noMichael says all deep and lasting stories, truth or mythical, are echoes or reflections of the true story of The Greatest Story Ever Told.Michael HaldasMichael says all deep and lasting stories, truth or mythical, are echoes or reflections of the true story of The Greatest Story Ever Told.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godSat, 18 Jul 2015 14:51:04 +00002015-07-18T14:51:04+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/condemn_or_condone/?id=25595Michael challenges us to avoid the extremes as we attempt to live in an increasingly dark culture as Orthodox Christians. Christ has given us the example.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/condemn_or_condone/noMichael challenges us to avoid the extremes as we attempt to live in an increasingly dark culture as Orthodox Christians. Christ has given us the example.Michael HaldasMichael challenges us to avoid the extremes as we attempt to live in an increasingly dark culture as Orthodox Christians. Christ has given us the example.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 09 Jul 2015 10:43:59 +00002015-07-09T10:43:59+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_personal/?id=25513Michael discusses why understanding the personal nature of God and experiencing God’s presence is so important and what it means to us.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/god_is_personal/noMichael discusses why understanding the personal nature of God and experiencing God’s presence is so important and what it means to us.Michael HaldasMichael discusses why understanding the personal nature of God and experiencing God’s presence is so important and what it means to us.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 25 Jun 2015 12:52:20 +00002015-06-25T12:52:20+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/doubt_and_faith/?id=25372If we are honest, we will all admit that we struggle from time to time with doubt. Michael reflects on that reality and helps us understand the meaning of doubt as well as faith.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/doubt_and_faith/noIf we are honest, we will all admit that we struggle from time to time with doubt. Michael reflects on that reality and helps us understand the meaning of doubt as well as faith.Michael HaldasIf we are honest, we will all admit that we struggle from time to time with doubt. Michael reflects on that reality and helps us understand the meaning of doubt as well as faith.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godMon, 08 Jun 2015 18:30:51 +00002015-06-08T18:30:51+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/marriage_sacrament_or_contract/?id=25177In his third episode, Michael reflects on a topic in the news a lot lately. How do we as Orthodox Christians view marriage and what is significant about our ceremony?https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/marriage_sacrament_or_contract/noIn his third episode, Michael reflects on a topic in the news a lot lately. How do we as Orthodox Christians view marriage and what is significant about our ceremony?Michael HaldasIn his third episode, Michael reflects on a topic in the news a lot lately. How do we as Orthodox Christians view marriage and what is significant about our ceremony?feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godThu, 28 May 2015 18:31:19 +00002015-05-28T18:31:19+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/chrismation_vocation_and_ordination/?id=25014Michael speaks to the layman about the way we see ourselves in the structure of the Church.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/chrismation_vocation_and_ordination/noMichael speaks to the layman about the way we see ourselves in the structure of the Church.Michael HaldasMichael speaks to the layman about the way we see ourselves in the structure of the Church.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,godFri, 08 May 2015 16:45:49 +00002015-05-08T16:45:49+00:00https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/introduction_to_sacramental_living/?id=24697Michael Haldas introduces himself and his new podcast giving us a glimpse of what to expect twice each month beginning today.https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacramental/introduction_to_sacramental_living/noMichael Haldas introduces himself and his new podcast giving us a glimpse of what to expect twice each month beginning today.Michael HaldasMichael Haldas introduces himself and his new podcast giving us a glimpse of what to expect twice each month beginning today.feeds@ancientfaith.com (Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radio)Michael Haldas and Ancient Faith Radiofaith,christian,life,orthodox,church,sacraments,walk,with,god