Frederica Here and Now

The Gurus, the Young Man, and Elder Paisios

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:33:33 -0400

Frederica discusses the book The Gurus, the Young Man, and Elder Paisios by Dionysios Farasiotis.

The Public Square

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:52:06 -0400

Frederica explains why the pro-choice position stems not from logic, but from a desire to appear cool.

Let’s Create a Perfect World

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:49:53 -0400

Frederica tackles "the problem of evil" in an essay that was originally written for Beliefnet.

Bees

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:32:22 -0400

Frederica interviews Jerry Fischer, the state of Maryland's apiary inspector.

Anjali

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:56:42 -0400

Frederica interviews a convert to Orthodoxy from Hinduism.

Up

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:24:21 -0400

Frederica reviews the new animated Pixar film Up.

Religion and Intellect - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:23:44 -0400

Part two of Frederica's speech at the University of Maryland.

Religion and Intellect - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 22 May 2009 16:44:27 -0400

In part one of a speech delivered at the University of Maryland, Frederica answers the question, "Does religion destroy your intellect?"

The Prevalence of Tragedy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:08:15 -0400

Frederica describes how much more profound the world must have been when death lurked around every corner.

Fr. Innocent Dresdow

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 06 May 2009 20:59:17 -0400

Frederica interviews Fr. Innocent Dresdow, the pastor of Resurrection Cathedral in Kodiak, Alaska.

Hypnotic Mall

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:34:48 -0400

In this episode, recorded shortly before Christmas, Frederica explains why it's important to protect ourselves and our families from consumerism.

Bounty

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:42:11 -0400

In this episode, Frederica reminds us that all that we buy is not ours but God's

The Angel Cried

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 03:00:44 -0400

In addition to treating us to a recording of the Holy Cross choir singing a beautiful rendition of this favorite hymn of Pascha, Frederica digs into the words of the hymn and its significance.

On the Victory of the Cross

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:35:03 -0400

In this final reading from St. Romanos the Melodist, Frederica gives a dramatic interpretation of the dialog between Hell and the Serpent. Please see the first post in this series for information about the source and how you can obtain it.

Peter’s Denial

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:29:13 -0400

As we continue through Holy Week, Frederica reads the narrative of Peter's denial of Christ from St. Romanos the Melodist.

On Judas

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:54:25 -0400

Frederica continues her reading from St. Romanos the Melodist as we begin Holy Week. Today the gripping and sobering narrative on the one who betrayed Jesus. See her earlier episode for information about the source.

Lamentation of the Theotokos

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:00:30 -0400

As we approach Holy Week, you won't want to miss this powerful reading by Frederica of the Lamentation of the Theotokos written by St. Romanos the Melodist and translated by Fr. Ephrem Lash. It was taken from the book "On the Life of Christ: Kontakia", published in 1994 and available from Eighth Day Books.

Commentary on the Akathist Hymn to the Theotokos

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 13:26:42 -0400

Last week we enjoyed Frederica's beautiful reading of the St. Romanos Akathist Hymn to the Theotokos. This week we have a special treat. In an extended edition of Frederica Here and Now, Frederica gives us a line by line commentary on the hymn taken from her book "Lost Gospel of Mary." (51:21)

The Akathist To The Theotokos

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 10:00:40 -0400

On Fridays during Great Lent, it is the tradition of the Church to sing a hymn to the Theotokos known as the Akathist. These beautiful words were penned by St. Romanos the Melodist and today Frederica reads her own translation of this inspring hymn taken from her book, "Lost Gospel of Mary".

Mother Agapia

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 21:03:01 -0400

Frederica interviews Mother Agapia, the sister of George Stephanopoulos. The two talk about the Service of the Holy Fire at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which Mother Agapia has witnessed in person.

The Prayer of St. Ephraim

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:44:13 -0400

Frederica teases out the many possible translations from the Greek of the Prayer of St. Ephraim.

The Canon of St. Andrew

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 19:50:31 -0400

Frederica elaborates on the Canon of St. Andrew, a very repentant and soulful prayer that is also incredibly rich and complex.

The Judgment of the Next Generation

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 03:55:17 -0400

Frederica reads an article she wrote on abortion that was published in the National Review Online.

Gatekeepers

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:08:57 -0400

Frederica muses on the "gatekeepers"—those who determine what the public reads, hears, and sees.

Gergesene Demoniac—A Postscript

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:27:08 -0400

Frederica adds a quick final thought to her discussion of the Gergesene Demoniac.

Gergesene Demoniac

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:40:48 -0500

In this episode, Frederica discusses the importance of the unknown man whose demons were cast into pigs by Jesus. This tormented individual went on to preach that Christ is indeed the Messiah.

The Downward Spiral

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:07:58 -0500

Frederica discusses the "downward spiral" of sin—how it can progress in steps, separating us from God.

The Voice Beneath the Altar

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:08:54 -0500

Frederica shares an essay she wrote that was based on Revelation 6:9-10. In it, she describes the breathtaking moment when the attendees of the Council of Nicaea—most of them martyrs—were venerated by the Emperor Constantine.

Prayer, Not Politics

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 22:48:15 -0500

Sometimes it is okay not to have an opinion, especially when it interferes with your spiritual life.

Encounters with Mary

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 02:00:13 -0500

Frederica explains how she learned to stop doubting and trust the Theotokos.

And Baby Makes 12!

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:56:35 -0500

Today we are eavesdropping on a coffee hour conversation between Frederica and Mary Klopcic, mother of 10 in a family of 12! This one will not only inspire you but make you appreciate your Orthodox faith even more!

Building a Temple

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 02:12:42 -0500

Frederica and her guest Tom Kehayes are in the car trying to find the van service to take her to the airport. In between getting lost a couple of times, they discuss the remarkable circumstances that led to the building of St. Innocent Orthodox Church (OCA) in Macon, GA. The structure is an exact replica (externally) of a 6th century church in Tbilisi! You will be encouraged to hear how God provided!

The Role of the Monastic

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:55:26 -0500

Today Frederica is at the Hermitage of the Holy Cross in Wayne, WV with her guest Fr. Seraphim. Who should be a Monk and how does the monastic life contribute to the salvation of us all?

Surviving The Economy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 02:49:10 -0500

Frederica is at the coffee hour in her own parish today with her guest Dn. Tom Braun as they discuss ways to make yourself more valuable on the job.

A Visit To IOCC

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 21:52:08 -0500

Frederica begins the New Year in the offices of International Orthodox Christian Charities speaking with Development Officer Nick Chakos. Learn more about the work of this important humanitarian organization serving Christ around the globe.

St. Romanos Nativity Kontakion

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 23:35:58 -0500

Don't miss this rich and inspiring encore reading by Frederica of the entire Nativity Kontakion written by St. Romanos the Melodist and translated by Fr. Ephrem Lash. It was taken from the book On the Life of Christ: Kontakia, published in 1994 and available from Eighth Day Books.

Hookups and Hope

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 06:33:30 -0500

Frederica comments on a recent interview in the US Catholic with Donna Freitas called Sex, Lies and the Hookup Culture. Is there hope for a turn around in society where romance trumps casual sex? In this episode, Frederica references her essay on the Disney Women and how they have changed over the years.

Growing A Parish

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:04:34 -0500

Today Frederica is outside for coffee hour at St. Justin Martyr Orthodox Church in Jacksonville FL. She is talking with Fr. Ted Pisarchuk about the growth of his parish and what he has learned in the process.

The Liturgy of St. James

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:34:21 -0500

Today we catch up with Frederica in York, PA at a banquet at St. John Chrysostom Orthodox Church. She is sitting with Fr. Elias Yelovich, priest at the mission parish of St. James the Apostle near Baltimore. Once a year on October 23, they celebrate the Liturgy of St. James. Learn about this ancient liturgy and how it is celebrated.

The Science of Music

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:33:11 -0500

There's a good chance you have never heard of the type of music expression Frederica discusses today around the kitchen table with her son Steve Mathewes and daughter-in-law Jocelyn. Steve is a musicologist and has just come from a "High Zero" music show.

The Work of IOCC

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:47:50 -0500

Frederica recorded a presentation by IOCC Development Director Nick Chakos and provides it for us this week on her podcast.

In the Diner With Archbishop Lazar

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:51:55 -0500

The Double T Diner is the scene of Frederica's conversation with Archbishop Lazar, Abbot of the All Saints of North America Monastery in British Columbia. While waiting for their food to arrive, they have an insightful discussion about parish life.

Why CS Lewis Is So Irritating! Episode 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:18:18 -0400

Today, Frederica looks at the CS Lewis classic - Miracles. Even if you have read this book, you won't want to miss Frederica's reflections on it!

Why CS Lewis Is So Irritating!

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:29:58 -0400

What is the influence of fashion on thought? A question addressed by Lewis in his Screwtape Letters and just another example of a writer who beats other writers to the punch with their great writing skills.

God So Loved The World

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:05:13 -0400

Frederica is riding in the back seat of a Camry driven by Fr. Ted Stylianopoulos and Presv. Faye. Listen in on this instructive conversation about God's love, and the western view of wrath and justice compared to how it is viewed in Orthodoxy. Also, be sure to listen to the 2 postscripts at the close of today's episode!

A Voice in the Public Square

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:58:29 -0400

Frederica returns to the Holy Ascension Orthodox Church in Mt. Pleasant South Carolina to talk with the pastor, Fr. John Parker. Fr. John has demonstrated that you can effectively engage your local community on matters of faith.

Byzantine Architecture

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:09:03 -0400

Today we get a fascinating tour of a new temple built in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Frederica is with Architect Andrew Gould (http://andrewgoulddesign.com) as they walk through Holy Ascension Orthodox Church (http://www.ocacharleston.org).

The Sex Revolution - Part 3

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:55:55 -0400

Here is the 3rd and final part of a talk Frederica gave on the influence of the sexual revolution in the movies. Part 1 was posted on September 4 and Part 2 on September 17.

The Sex Revolution - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:00:26 -0400

Here is the 2nd part of a talk Frederica gave on the influence of the sexual revolution in the movies. Part 1 was posted on September 4.

September 12

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 06:14:45 -0400

On the 7th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on America, Frederica reflects on the role of God's judgement and repentance.

The Sex Revolution - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:44:17 -0400

This is the first part of a talk Frederica gave on the influence of the sexual revolution in the movies. We have broken it up into 3 sections and next time will be part 2. The talk was delivered at the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute in Ottawa. They recently held a conference that they called "The Sheptytsky Institute Study Days."

Native Americans and Orthodoxy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:32:06 -0400

Frederica is in Anchorage at the Alaska Native Heritage Center today talking with Orthodox convert Steve Alvarez and is interrupted only once by Alaskan wildlife!

The Same God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:09:38 -0400

Do all religions worship the same God? Frederica doesn't like the way the question is posed. Find out why in this episode.

Tender Love and the Dormition

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 03:05:13 -0400

Imagine the blessed Theotokos in old age being cared for by St. John the Evangelist. That is the image Frederica beautifully portrays for us in today's podcast for the Feast of the Dormition. Read more of her thoughts on the Virgin Mary in her newest book The Lost Gospel of Mary.

Transfiguration, Light, and an Icon

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 09:16:03 -0400

This week as we think about the Transfiguration of our Lord, Frederica has some interesting reflections on a particular icon of the Transfiguration from the apse of St. Catherine's Monastery in Sinai. To view the icon, click HERE for a large image, and HERE for a smaller one.

Eastern Catholics

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 03:08:07 -0400

Today we present an interview Frederica conducted with Fr. Stephen Wojcichowsky, director of the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute in Ottawa. They recently held a conference that they called "The Sheptytsky Institute Study Days", and Fr. Tom Hopko and Frederica were among the speakers.

Standing Together

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:13:19 -0400

At the close of a recent talk Frederica gave, she recalls a movie she saw about World War I and the love for the brother in the trench with you on the right and on the left. She reminds us that we are saved in community.

WALL-E

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:41:20 -0400

What's the one thing missing from the newest animated offering from Pixar? Listen to today's episode to find out.

Remember Basil from Facing East?

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:49:00 -0400

Frederica enjoys a conversation with Basil Athas, the very colorful member of Holy Cross who seems to be the most memorable character in Frederica's book Facing East. He is now 77, and residing in a nursing home, where he vocally evangelizes everyone in reach!

Democracy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:52:00 -0400

This week those of us in the United States celebrate Independence Day and Frederica joins in expressing her thankfulness for this country and democracy. But, is democracy a "one size fits all" concept for the world?

Birthright in Ghana

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:39:00 -0400

Frederica is at the 40th anniversary conference of Birthright, International in the Chicago area and recorded an interview with Doris Assante of Birthright, Ghana. Doris was also selling handmade jewelry and stoles to raise money for Birthright in Ghana and she invited correspondence if you are interested in purchasing or donating.

Campus Ministry

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:12:00 -0400

A sweaty Sub-Deacon comes in from the hot sun and working in the garden for a glass of iced tea and a conversation with Frederica about Orthodox campus ministry at the Naval Academy and St. John's College.

When The Movie Trumps The Book

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:57:00 -0400

Prince Caspian, Lord of the Rings, Gone With the Wind - which was better, the book or the movie?

Autism and Adam

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:10:00 -0400

Today we eavesdrop on a kitchen table discussion with daughter Meagan (with a little help from 20 month old Michael who thought the microphone looked tasty!) as they discussed Michael's 6 year old brother Adam and the still mysterious condition known as Autism. For a picture of Adam and Frederica's article from an earlier posting on Beliefnet, here is a LINK.

Light and Evangelicals

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 28 May 2008 22:20:00 -0400

Frederica revisits 2 of her previous podcasts with some additional reflections as the result of some email she received from listeners. By the way, you can always email Frederica with your comments at her WEBSITE.

Old Age

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 22 May 2008 00:38:01 -0400

It levels the playing field as much as anything does and all of us either are or will face it - it's old age. Frederica reflects on this inevitable fact of life.

Light and Darkness

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 15 May 2008 01:11:00 -0400

How does scripture treat the themes of light, darkness and shadow? Is light always "good" and dark always "evil?" What began as a friendly debate with emerging church leader Leonard Sweet results in an instructive study by Frederica on this topic.

Sacred Harp

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:19:00 -0400

Frederica's guest is Fr. George Johnson from Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Beltsville, MD. They are at a "Shape-note" choral festival hosted at Holy Apostles and Fr. George, who is a participant in this a cappella choral expression, helps us learn more about it.

Sin As Pollution

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 05:27:07 -0400

Frederica recalls Forgiveness Vespers from a few weeks back which reminds her of a Garrison Keillor story about the effects of sin.

America and God’s Judgment

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 05:04:01 -0400

What might God be planning for America given the rampant infiltration of sin, abortion and depravity? Frederica has adjusted her thinking on this after a rather strange "awakening."

Christian Colleges

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:08:01 -0400

Frederica speaks on many college campuses - both secular and Christian. You may be surprised by her observations related to the Christian colleges!

Persecuted For Christ

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 05:02:00 -0500

He was a Lutheran pastor and was severely persecuted for his faith by communists in Romania. He is Rev. Richard Wurmbrand and Frederica has a rare recording of his voice singing a hymn to the Theotokos that he wrote himself. Frederica makes reference to an article in Again Magazine about Pastor Wurmbrand and you can download and read it by clicking HERE.

Does Character Count?

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 05:04:00 -0500

Drawing on some literary classics, Frederica grieves the loss of the value of character in our modern society.

Hannah Montana

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 05:04:02 -0500

Don't know who Hannah Montana is? Ask any pre-teen girl! From her article in First Things, Frederica reflects on the popularity of this entertainment phenomenon.

Flowers For The Fellas

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:10:33 -0500

In honor of St. Valentine's Day, Frederica offers a fragrant bouquet to the men in the audience.

Roe v Wade - Listeners Provide Helpful Corrections

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:38:00 -0500

Frederica received some helpful corrections from a couple of listeners on her Roe v Wade podcast which posted on Jan 23.

Mind and Heart

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:21:00 -0500

What is the relationship between our feelings and our faith? Is there a place for emotion in our theology?

The Historical Jesus

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:08:00 -0500

Frederica talks about the modern day quest for the "real" Jesus and examines The Quest of the Historical Jesus by Albert Schweitzer. It is the question for the ages - What Think Ye Of The Christ?

Abortion: Ignoring the Facts

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:34:08 -0500

January 22 marks the 35th anniversary of legalized abortion in the United States despite all of the facts demonstrating the presence of life at conception. You don't want to miss this powerful commentary! To read more from Frederica on this topic, you will want to pick up Real Choices published by Conciliar Press.

Golden Corral

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:05:01 -0500

Frederica takes us to the door of The Golden Corral where she is about to begin work on her new book. What she observes, however, is an American epidemic.

Shamassey Ina Goes To Rome - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 05:28:01 -0500

This is part 2 of the fascinating report given in the car by Shamassey Ina about her trip to Rome. Keep your eyes on the road because the ladies do get a little lost in this episode!

Shamassey Ina Goes To Rome - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 05:36:02 -0500

Frederica is in the car today with 2 friends and struck up a conversation with one of them about her trip to Rome. They had so much to talk about, it is divided into 2 parts with part 1 today and part 2 next week.

Magi From The East

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 05:10:01 -0500

Their number and identity is not clear but their intention was unmistakable - to worship the newborn King.

Behold A Star

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:08:02 -0500

So what about this star in the east? How important is it that we insist it be a real astronomical star?

St. Romanos Nativity Kontakon

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:02:00 -0500

Don't miss this rich and inspiring reading by Frederica of the entire Nativity Kontakion written by St. Romanos the Melodist and translated by Fr. Ephrem Lash. It was taken from the book On the Life of Christ: Kontakia, published in 1994 and available from Eighth Day Books.

Grace Is Gone

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 05:59:01 -0500

Frederica previewed the new movie starring John Cusack - Grace is Gone - and offers this analysis.

Enchanted

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 11:00:01 -0500

Frederica likes the new Disney movie, Enchanted and provides an enchanting review for our AFR listeners.

Fair Trade

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 05:10:00 -0500

The poor in many other countries often rely on skills handed down to them by their ancestors. But what about the poor in America?

Obnoxious Converts

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:34:32 -0500

Why do some people feel that "converts" to Orthodoxy are so obnoxious? Today Frederica reflects on the practices of some Orthodox Christians compared with the path to spiritual healing that Orthodoxy represents.

From Mennonite to Orthodox

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 05:44:21 -0500

Frederica is in the 4th floor apartment of a friend who recently came to Orthodoxy from the Mennonite church and participated in an excursion to the middle east with a group intent on apologizing to eastern faiths for the Crusades.

Cemetery

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:20:35 -0400

We are strolling with Frederica through a cemetery on the campus of the seminary she attended several years ago.

Men and the Church

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 05:37:35 -0400

This week we catch Frederica in her car driving to Washington DC and reflecting on the differences between the Orthodox Church and other Christian churches when it comes to the involvement of men.

The World And The Grail

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 05:22:10 -0400

Recycled molecules and atoms from the foundation of the world present a wonderful perspective on the shed blood of Christ.

Thrift Shops

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 05:54:05 -0400

Frederica enjoys shopping for clothes at her local re-sale shops and has found it to be a good way to save and conserve. She also reflects on the clothing industry in general - where are they made and under what conditions?

A Conversation With Doug LeBlanc

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 11:34:11 -0400

We catch up with Frederica at a quaint Virginia Barbeque where she is chatting with a reporter who chooses to stay in the Episcopal Church. Douglas LeBlanc of the blog site Get Religion began covering religion in June 1984 as religion editor of the Morning Advocate in Baton Rouge, La. Since then he has worked as an editor for Compassion International, Episcopalians United (now Anglicans United), and Christianity Today. His work has appeared in Christian Research Journal, The Weekly Standard and The Wall Street Journal.

Problematic Honor

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:47:01 -0400

Is there a consistent morality or ethical system planted in human beings? If so, why doesn't this sytem include the protection of baby girls?

Franchise Row

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 09:01:39 -0400

Well, today Frederica isn't at the "Corner of East and Now", but she is at the corner of Taco Bell and K-Mart. You know the place.

A Capella Music

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 13:30:01 -0400

Frederica reflects on how music can penetrate through the fog of advanced years and even senility to focus our minds on the worship of God.

Heather Kochamma - Iconographer

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 05:22:34 -0400

Frederica is in Spokane again for today's episode and chats with icnonographer Heather Kochamma Durka.

A Visit With A Coptic Monk

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 05:21:17 -0400

Today Frederica is in Spokane and has an enlightening visit with a Coptic monk. Don't miss his intoned prayer at the end!

Hospitality

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 16:12:49 -0400

Frederica's home parish recently hosted the regional Parish Life Conference and she took the opportunity to give thanks for the warm reception given her and Fr. Gregory when they came into Orthodoxy January 30, 1992.

The Western Liturgical Rite in Orthodoxy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 21:22:25 -0400

An informal chat with the wives of two priests from western rite parishes in the Antiochian Archdiocese.

The Comfort Of Death

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 05:10:45 -0400

Today Frederica is in her car on the way to a speaking engagement. While we are thinking about the Dormition of the Theotokos, Frederica reflects on an aspect of our mortality that is very comforting.

The Dating Game

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 05:49:00 -0400

In between bites at the burger joint (recorded BEFORE the fast!), Frederica talks about courtship and dating.

Victoria’s Secret

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 05:43:25 -0400

We are walking with Frederica in a shopping mall today only to be bombarded by inapropriate images from a certain famous store.

St. Anna Icon

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 05:08:00 -0400

A weeping icon exuding myrrh is not something one sees everyday. Frederica talks to the priest of a parish where it did.

Organic Foods

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 05:15:00 -0400

Frederica, only occasionally distracted by her grandson, chats with daughter Meagan about the foods we eat and maybe shouldn't eat.

Orthodox Vestments

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 06:28:44 -0400

Frederica is in Portland this week chatting with Kh. Krista West about the history and significance of Orthodox vestments. Krista makes vestments for clergy and has a web site where you can see her products.

Confessor

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 06:36:31 -0400

Frederica chats with her Father Confessor about what it is like to hear confessions and to offer the forgiveness of Christ and His Church.

Bonnaroo

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 10:44:06 -0400

Today Frederica is in her living room chatting with her son Stephen about last week's Bonnaroo music festival. Listen close and you might hear a revelation about someone who was at Woodstock 38 years ago!

A Malibu Conversation With Barbara Nicolosi

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 21:40:14 -0400

Christian screen writer Barbara Nicolosi joins Frederica at a Malibu cafe for an informal conversation about Christian attempts at film producing. Barbara is the editor of

Muvico

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 11:08:20 -0400

Frederica is outside of the ornate (and a bit tattered) Muvico theatre near Baltimore in today's episode.

Catechumens On The Way To Dinner

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Frederica Matthewes-Green and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:03:50 -0400

In her debut podcast, Frederica invites us into the back seat of her car to listen in on a conversation she is having with her husband, Fr. Gregory Mathewes-Green about Catechumens. Feel free to listen, but don't make them miss their turn.