Becoming a Healing Presence

Christ Lifting Adam and Eve to Paradise

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:05:53 +0000

Dr. Rossi talks with iconographer Khouria Erin Kimmet about the icon most associated with the resurrection.

Had I a Golden Thread

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 25 May 2013 12:58:02 +0000

Dr. Rossi uses the song "Had I a Golden Thread" as sung by his wife of blessed memory to illustrate the opportunity we all have to be a healing presence.

Lessons from St. Irenaeus

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:43:18 +0000

In this episode, Dr. Rossi interviews St. Vladimir's student Tracy Gustilo about St. Irenaeus.

Path to Sanity

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:12:18 +0000

Dr. Rossi talks about the book "God's Path to Sanity" by Dee Pennock.

Cognitive Dissonance

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:53:46 +0000

What comes to mind when you hear the term "Cognitive Dissonance?" Today Dr. Rossi shows how this reality is active in our lives as Orthodox Christians.

Relax in God’s Hands

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:14:58 +0000

Dr. Rossi uses a quote from St. Irenaeus to illustrate the need for balance in our lives.

Embracing Ambiguity - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:10:43 +0000

In an earlier podcast, Dr. Rossi dealt with our need to embrace ambiguity as a way to become a healing presence. After receiving an email from a listener, he continues with this theme today.

Amazing Grace

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 16:50:35 +0000

Today Dr. Rossi reflects on this well-known hymn from both a personal standpoint as well as it's place in Orthodox theology.

Icons - Windows and Mirrors

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:10:38 +0000

Today, Dr. Rossi reflects on icons and the very different perspective of the Orthodox Christian when viewing them.

Les Miserables

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:40:11 +0000

Dr. Rossi reviews the new movie Les Miserables and points out the messages that are consistent with the Orthodox faith.

Silent Night

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:40:37 +0000

In his special Christmas episode, Dr. Rosi explores the "night" in both the Nativity story as well as Christ's Passion.

Vocation As A Way Of Life

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:36:17 +0000

What is the difference between a career and a vocation? Dr. Rossi tells a personal story from his days as a Monk.

Evangelizing Orphans

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:50:49 +0000

Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Nicholas Andruchow, Associate Director of Project Mexico.

The Sacrament of the Present Moment

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 18:33:06 +0000

We hear so much about "living in the present moment" but what does that mean and how do we do it?

Christian Time Management

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 16:02:33 +0000

Books and seminars abound on the topic of time management but Dr. Rossi says as Christians we need to look at time management in a different way.

Forgiveness From the Heart

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 23:06:43 +0000

True forgiveness comes from the heart and Dr. Rossi tells us what that looks like.

Suicide - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:44:25 +0000

Dr. Rossi continues his comments on suicide and talks in particular about the Pastoral Paper on Suicide that was adopted by SCOBA in May of 2007

Suicide - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:33:39 +0000

In the first of a two part series, Dr. Rossi helps us be a healing presence for those who are tempted with suicide.

The Problem of Death

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 15:52:32 +0000

None of us can avoid death. So as Orthodox Christians, how should we look at death and grief in a healing manner?

Asceticism and Orthodox Secularism

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 21:20:58 +0000

In the 3rd installment on the general topic of Asceticism, Dr. Rossi addresses the subtle temptation to slip into secularism.

The Problem of Suffering

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 13:32:45 +0000

Why is there suffering in the world? Is God trying to punish us? Dr. Rossi addresses this important topic and helps us understand that there is purpose in suffering.

Dark Asceticism

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 23:34:16 +0000

Continuing his series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism", Dr. Rossi talks about "Dark Asceticism" and it's dangers.

Sane Asceticism

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:44:45 +0000

Dr. Rossi begins a short series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism" with today's episode titled "Sane Asceticism."

Embracing Ambiguity

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:39:25 +0000

Continuing the theme of the last episode which dealt with Orthodoxy as Paradoxy, Dr. Rossi talks about the need to embrace ambiguity.

Orthodoxy is “Paradoxy”

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 04 May 2012 14:15:26 +0000

Dr. Rossi talks about the many paradoxes in Orthodoxy that defy explanation but at the same time define our faith.

Personal Freedom

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:24:29 +0000

What are we free and not free to do as believers in Christ? Dr. Rossi gives some practical examples of freedom used where freedom was not appropriate.

Rigorous Honesty

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:18:13 +0000

In this episode Dr. Rossi talks about pursuing a personal policy of honesty in all things.

Our Memories

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:02:33 +0000

How should we consider our memories? As simple camcorders, recording each event and recalling them the same way each time or something more complex?

Despondency

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:00:14 +0000

Today, Dr. Rossi distinguishes between despondency and depression and helps us recognize and deal with it so we can be a healing presence to others.

The Power of Being Non-Judgmental

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:23:10 +0000

Dr. Rossi talks about the jungle of wicked thoughts in our minds and the need to not judge others.

Living for Others

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:52:21 +0000

Part of becoming a healing presence is to share our lives with others without the expectation of reward or acknowledgement. Dr. Rossi shares the story of Johnny Appleseed as an example.

Anger

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:39:17 +0000

Anger - express it or repress it? Dr. Al Rossi gives us guidance and helps us understand the healthy and Christ-like alternatives.

Internet Pornography - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:22:26 +0000

In part 2, Dr. Rossi gives some practical advice to those who are struggling with internet pornography or those who provide counseling.

Internet Pornography - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 14:35:38 +0000

Dr. Rossi identifies the the alarming statistics and the alluring dangers of Internet Pornography.

The Still Small Voice

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:37:21 +0000

How does God speak to us? Are we listening?

Walking in God’s Presence

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:27:27 +0000

What does it mean to be constantly in the presence of God? Dr. Rossi explores the practical implications in today's episode.

The Heart of the Matter

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:49:28 +0000

Our communion with God springs from the heart - our all important "inner space."

Hearing the Snow

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:28:03 +0000

When we are intentional in our listening and silence, we are in the best position to commune with Christ.

The Power of the Name

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:29:49 +0000

When we are silently aware of the presence of Christ, the whisper of His name will bring healing to us and spill out to others.

Solitude

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 05:36:50 +0000

Metropolitan Kallistos says "Solitude is a state of soul, not a matter of geographical location. The real desert lies within the heart. In this episode, Dr. Rossi explores the healing nature of silence.

God Heals Others Through Us

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:04:19 +0000

Dr. Rossi explores how the fire of God's healing presence can flow right through us to others.

Welcome to Our First Episode

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:57:53 +0000

In this inaugural program, Dr. Rossi helps us define what "a Healing Presence" is and how we can begin that journey together. Included is a touching musical recording of Dr. Rossi's dear wife who fell asleep in the Lord several years ago, but who is still his life's companion.