Orthodox Christians on the Front Lines

A Catechumen in Afghanistan

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:33:34 +0000

Chaplain Peter Dubinin conducts an interview somewhere in Afghanistan with an American soldier who is likewise a catechumen in the Orthodox Church.

Warriors of Love

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:35:27 +0000

In this episode, Father Stephan Close, an Orthodox Chaplain and a Major in the US Air Force, currently assigned to Kessler Air Force Base in Mississippi, discusses how our military members, past and present, are our country's "Warriors of Love."

Being an Air Force Chaplain

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:04:00 +0000

In this episode, Father Stephan Close, an Orthodox chaplain and a Major in the US Air Force, currently assigned to Kessler Air Force Base in Mississippi, reflects on being an active duty Orthodox chaplain serving in the United States Air Force.

The Triumph of Orthodoxy

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:13:52 +0000

In this episode, Fr. Jerome Cwiklinski, an Orthodox Chaplain and a Captain in the Navy, currently assigned to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California, discusses the military member's vocation as bearer of the image and likeness of God.

Reflections of a USAF Orthodox Chaplain - Part 2

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 12:00:33 +0000

Fr. Stephan Close continues his reflection on the many military members that he came across during his most recent assignment at Ramstein Air Base in Germany.

Reflections of a USAF Orthodox Chaplain - Part 1

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:11:12 +0000

In this episode, Father Stephan Close reflects on his time as an active duty Orthodox Chaplain serving in the United States Air Force. Fr. Stephan reflects on the many military members that he came across during his most recent assignment at Ramstein Air Base in Germany.

Communion and Intercommunion

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 20:37:25 +0000

In this episode, Fr. Jerome Cwiklinski, an Orthodox Chaplain and a Captain in the Navy, currently assigned to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California, discusses communion and intercommunion for Orthodox Christians serving in the US Military.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder #2

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:00:03 +0000

In this podcast, Hieromonk Joshua continues his interview with Silouan Green, a former U.S. Marine Corps Fighter Pilot, who was involved in a tragic fighter jet crash and suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Silouan recounts his battles with PTSD, discusses how he recovered from PTSD, how he developed his new PTSD Program, and how he renewed his faith in God and found his way to the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder #1

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:45:58 +0000

Hieromonk Joshua speaks with Silouan Green, a former U.S. Marine Corps Fighter Pilot, who was involved in a tragic fighter jet crash and suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Silouan recounts his battles with PTSD, discusses how he recovered from PTSD, how he developed his new PTSD Program, and how he renewed his faith in God and found his way to the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Orthodox Families and Deployments

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:42:48 +0000

In this episode, Fr. Isaiah Gillette discusses the topic of military deployments and how they affect service members and their families, as well as ideas on how to keep your faith and family close to you while deployed.

Soldier Saints

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:16:56 +0000

In this episode, Fr. Isaiah Gillette, an Orthodox chaplain and a Major in the U.S. Army, currently assigned to Fort Benning, Georgia, discusses the topic of military saints, their sacrifices, and how we can draw strength from their examples.

Military Typology and Putting on the Armor of God

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:13:11 +0000

In this episode, Fr. Jerome Cwiklinski, an Orthodox Chaplain and a Captain in the Navy currently assigned to Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton in Southern California, discusses points of interest to our Orthodox service personnel on military typology and putting on the armor of God.

Prayer and Humility for Our Orthodox Troops - Part 2

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:15:50 +0000

Hieromonk Joshua continues his series on prayer and humility.

Prayer and Humility for Our Orthodox Troops - Part 1

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:00:08 +0000

Hieromonk Joshua shares some insights from Saint Ephrem the Syrian.

Living as an Orthodox Christian in the Armed Forces - Part 2

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 19:51:07 +0000

Fr. Jerome Cwiklinski, a chaplain with the Marines at Camp Pendleton, explains how to live out your Orthodox faith while serving in the United States military.

Living as an Orthodox Christian in the Armed Forces - Part 1

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:00:58 +0000

Fr. Jerome Cwiklinski, a chaplain with the Marines at Camp Pendleton, explains how to live out your Orthodox faith while serving in the United States military.

Chaplain Recruiting

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:34:54 +0000

Fr. Peter Dubinin asks you to prayerfully consider the call to serve in the Army chaplaincy.

My Forty Days in the Desert

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:36:36 +0000

Fr. Anthony Perkins shares an article he wrote for the Ukrainian Orthodox Word about his deployment to Afghanistan in the wake of 9/11.

Rights and Responsibilities

Thu, 27 May 2010 22:47:38 +0000

Fr. Peter Dubinin explains the rights and responsibilities of Orthodox soldiers with regard to religious accommodation in the Army.

Introduction to SGOMA

Wed, 12 May 2010 21:40:51 +0000

Hieromonk Joshua and Subdeacom Vladimir Laven explain how SGOMA came to be, set forth the organization’s mission statement, and enumerate several of the association’s goals.