Speaking the Truth in Love

Archbishop Anastasios of Albania

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:10:31 -0400

Fr. Thomas took the traveling Ancient Faith Radio microphone with him to Albania and captured several fascinating interviews there. Today we begin with this wonderful conversation between Fr. Tom and Archbishop Anastasios where we will learn about the circumstances that brought the Archbishop there as well as the current work going on in this country on behalf of the Church. To learn more about the Orthodox Church in Albania and, in particular, the mission work taking place there through the Orthodox Christian Missions Center, go to the OCMC WEBSITE.

A Chosen Instrument of Mine - St. Paul

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:54:28 -0400

Fr. Thomas shows how, despite his persecution of the early Church, St. Paul was indeed an Apostle-- by having seen the risen Lord and through his suffering.

Keys to the Kingdom - St. Peter

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:52:11 -0400

Fr. Thomas discusses "the rock" upon whom Christ built His Church and St. Peter's role in that early Church.

The Apostle’s Fast

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:26:35 -0400

What is this current fasting period all about? We reach back into the archives and re-introduce this helpful teaching from Fr. Tom originally given last year.

The Roots of Pentecost

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:54:08 -0400

Fr. Thomas looks at the roots of Pentecost-- the coming of the Spirit-- in Old Testament worship.

The God Who Works Wonders

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:19:01 -0400

Psalm 77 (76 in the Septuagint) is the basis of a favorite hymn in the Orthodox Church - Who Is So Great A God As Our God? Our God is the God Who Works Wonders!

Sunday of the Fathers

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 31 May 2009 11:36:19 -0400

Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the seventh Sunday of Pascha-- the Sunday between Ascension and Pentecost.

Ascension

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 27 May 2009 10:13:25 -0400

Fr. Thomas rejoices in the enthronement of the crucified One, raised and glorified.

Fr. Tom Hopko Interviews Fr. Steve Tsichlis

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 22 May 2009 13:06:18 -0400

Fr. Tom is on the road and chats with Fr. Steve Tsichlis of St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine, CA. Learn about and be encouraged with this outreach minded parish and priest.

The Samaritan Woman At The Well

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:19:46 -0400

Fr. Thomas looks at the Gospel for the fifth Sunday of Pascha-- a miraculous sign that at first glance doesn't seem to involve a miracle.

The Healing of the Paralytic

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 06 May 2009 12:53:06 -0400

Fr. Thomas enumerates the seven great messianic signs of Jesus in St. John's Gospel, focusing on the healing of the paralytic at Bethesda.

The Myrrhbearing Women

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 01 May 2009 17:12:37 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines who the Myrrhbearing Women were and clears up some misconceptions about Mary Magdalene in the process.

Thomas Sunday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 16:41:14 -0400

Father Thomas educates us on why the Sunday a week after our Lord's Resurrection is also called Antipascha.

The Descent Of Jesus Into Hades

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:14:43 -0400

Fr. Thomas uses the Paschal icon as an opportunity to clear up some misconceptions about Sheol/Hades and Gahenna/Hell.

Christ Is Risen - Truly He Is Risen

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 02:56:04 -0400

On this, the greatest of all Feast Days, Fr. Thomas explains what we, as Orthodox Christians, know for certain about Jesus Christ.

Great and Holy Week - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 17:35:22 -0400

Fr. Thomas continues his examination of Passion Week with Jesus' teachings on the final judgement.

Great and Holy Friday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:50:24 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the Mystery of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of our Lord and how it led to the re-creation of the world.

Great And Holy Week - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:28:21 -0400

The week before Pascha begins with the Bridegroom Matins. Christ is the Bridegroom and we are the Bride, joined in perfect unity through His crucifixion.

Hosanna!

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 18:17:43 -0400

Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the "Celebration of the Kingship of Christ".

Lazarus Saturday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 16:49:11 -0400

Fr. Thomas explores the ultimate Messianic sign from the Gospel of St. John.

Great Lent - Week 6

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:11:38 -0400

In this last week of Great Lent, Father Thomas connects the parable of the rich man and Lazarus with Christ's raising from the dead of the actual Lazarus.

St. Mary of Egypt

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:50:55 -0400

Fr. Thomas contrasts the story of the fallen, then raised Mary of Alexandria with that of another Mary-- the Theotokos. 17:16.

Lent Week 5 - part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:47:21 -0400

Fr. Thomas gives an overview of the services for the 5th week of Great Lent and their final emphasis on penitance and repentance. 18:38.

Lent Week 5

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:32:57 -0400

Fr. Thomas starts with a review of the Gospel reading of Mark for the Fourth Sunday of Lent and transitions to the 5th Sunday explaining how reigning with our Lord is dependent on suffering with Him.

St. John of the Ladder

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:44:50 -0400

It is at this point in our Lenten journey that the Church contemplates the instruction of St. John Climacus and his Ladder of Divine Ascent. Fr. Tom takes us step by step through this treasure and makes it practical for us non-monastics!

Lent - A Tithe of the Year

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:36:59 -0400

Great Lent is considered the tithe of the year, during which believers try to be what they ought always to be. Fr. Tom, in response to a request once made of him, shares with us a list of "things that a believer would do if he were really a believer."

The Annunciation

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:56:49 -0400

On March 25, exactly 9 months before Nativity, the Church celebrates the Annunciation to the Theotokos that she will be the Mother of God. God's declaration through the angel Gabriel, however, had a contingency attached. Listen to find out what it was.

Sunday of the Cross

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 16:10:40 -0400

On the 3rd Sunday of Great Lent, we concentrate on the Cross of Christ and Fr. Tom helps us understand what it means to take up our cross.

Read the Bible During Lent

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:41:14 -0400

Looking for an inspiring book to read during Lent? Try the Bible! Fr. Tom specifically recommends certain books of the Bible during this season.

St. Gregory Palamas - 2nd Sunday of Great Lent

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:34:45 -0400

On the 2nd Sunday of Great Lent we remember St. Gregory Palamas and Fr. Tom instructs us on why he is so important in our theology about knowing the unknowable God.

The Triumph of Orthodoxy

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 21:00:12 -0500

You won't find a more concise and helpful explanation of why Orthodox Christians keep and venerate icons.

The Names of Jesus—Christ

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:53:50 -0500

Fr. Hopko continues his series on the names of Jesus, this time focusing on the name Christ, which means "the anointed one." Next week, he will revisit the appellation Son of God.

Forgiveness Sunday 2 - Asking for Forgiveness

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:26:43 -0500

Fr. Tom considers the act of asking for forgiveness, as well as who it is we hurt when we sin.

Forgiveness Sunday- The Expulsion of Adam

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:40:04 -0500

Fr. Tom reflects upon the expulsion of Adam from Paradise, one of the two themes of Forgiveness Sunday.

The Names of Jesus—Son of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 21:04:41 -0500

Fr. Tom discusses Christ's divinity. Jesus is human, yes, but he is also God!

The Sunday of the Last Judgment

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:58:02 -0500

Fr. Tom reflects upon Matthew 25:31 - 46, the Parable of the Last Judgment

A President’s Day Reflection

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:54:55 -0500

Fr. Tom traces the history of America's secular religion, paying particular attention to that religion's cherished patriarchs and dogmas, in a special podcast dedicated to this week's President's Day.

The Names of Jesus - 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:27 -0500

A brand new series! Each episode, Fr. Tom will address one of the names of Christ. He begins by examining "Jesus," which means "God saves."

The Prodigal Son and The Father’s House

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 06:11:21 -0500

Fr. Thomas takes a second look at the story of The Prodigal Son, this time focusing on the meaning of The Father's House.

The Prodigal Son, The Elder Brother, The Merciful Father

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:54:55 -0500

In the first of two meditations on the story known as The Prodigal Son, Fr. Tom takes a look at the three characters in the drama.

The Publican and the Pharisee

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:24:25 -0500

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

Meeting of Christ in the Temple

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 06:09:02 -0500

Fr. Hopko explains that this feast marks the end of the Winter Pascha and the beginning of the season of repentance.

The Great Festival of the Three Holy Hierarchs

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:47:20 -0500

What do Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian, and St. John Chrysostom mean to the Orthodox Church? Try "light, wisdom, and pastoral care." Fr. Hopko explains why we celebrate these unique and holy men.

The January Ascetic Fathers

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:54:15 -0500

As we bring the month of January to a close, Fr. Tom thinks back on the spiritual fathers we have celebrated during this month in particular, St. Anthony. The following resources were recommended: Saying of the Desert Fathers: The Alphabetical CollectionTranslated by Sister Benedicta Ward The Arena: An Offering to Contemporary Monasticism by Bishop Ignatius Brianchaninov The Philokalia Ladder of Divine Ascent Symeon the New Theologian: The Discourses St. Maximus the Confessor: The Ascetic Life, The Four Centuries on Charity St Athanasius: The Life of St. Antony Love's Immensity: Mystics on the Endless Life by Scott Cairns Orthodoxy Alive 2008 Sessions 1-3 presented by Fr. Thomas Hopko available on St George Orthodox Christian Cathedral website

The Day After and The Day Before

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 08:36:35 -0500

Fr. Tom recorded this on Jan 21 - the day after the inauguration of President Barak Obama and the day before the March for Life in Washington DC. He draws on Scripture, Tradition and St. Maximus to help us know how to react to rampant abortions in our world.

Baptism With Fire

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 01:34:44 -0500

There are radical differences in John's baptism, the baptism that Jesus' disciples were doing before Jesus was crucified, and the baptism that came afterward. Fr. Tom helps us understand how our baptism is a baptism with fire.

Theophany in the Rear View Mirror

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:48:40 -0500

Fr. Tom came down sick just before Theophany this year so he offers this very helpful meditation a few days after the feast.

Circumcised on the 8th Day

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:16:45 -0500

Enthroned on high with the Eternal Father and Your divine Spirit, O Jesus, You willed to be born on earth of the unwedded handmaid, your Mother. Therefore You were circumcised as an eight-day old Child. Glory to Your most gracious counsel; glory to Your dispensation; glory to Your condescension, O only Lover of mankind.

What’s In A Name?

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 00:26:54 -0500

The Angel told the Theotokos "You will call His Name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sin." Fr. Tom explores the significance of that Name as well as its origins.

Nativity, Epiphany, and Pascha - Patterns of Worship

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 20:20:33 -0500

Fr. Thomas Hopko presents a meditation on how the liturgical services of Christmas and Epiphany pattern those of the Christ’s Holy Pascha of Easter.

The Genealogies

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 23:23:53 -0500

What is the significance of all of those "begats" in the Gospel lesson just before Nativity? Fr. Tom breaks it down for us in the current episode.

The Fathers Prepare

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:22:46 -0500

On the 1st two Sundays before Christmas, we commerate and sing about all of the faithful throughout the ages who prepared for the birth of Christ. Fr. Tom references the book "Surprised by Chris"t by Fr. A. James Bernstein which is available from Conciliar Press.

Falling Asleep

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:12:45 -0500

Father Thomas Hopko remembers the last days of Fr. Alexander Schmemann on the 25th anniversary of his falling asleep in our Lord Jesus Christ. May his memory be eternal.

Come and See

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:18:07 -0500

We are invited like Philip invited Nathaniel to “come and see”, really see as we fix our hearts and minds on Christ the Savior during this paschal lenten season.

The Demons and the Swine

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:42:09 -0500

Fr. Tom expounds on one of the most difficult passages in the New Testament.

A Deeper Level of Thanksgiving

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:22:18 -0500

Fr. Tom encourages us to remember the place of gratitude and thanksgiving in the Christian life and tells us how we can go deeper and higher into the meaning of gratitude.

The Nativity Fast

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:02:52 -0500

As we are in the beginning days of the Nativity fast, Fr. Tom takes us on a journey from the Presentation of Mary in the Temple to Theophany. Fr. Tom referenced a couple of resources: Winter Pascha by Fr. Tom Hopko Putting Christmas Back into Christ-CD series by Fr. Tom Hopko

The Entrance of the Theotokos Into the Temple

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:16:57 -0500

Fr. Tom teaches on this significant feast at the beginning of the Nativity season.

Angels and Demons

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:40:40 -0500

Who are the angels and the demons? Were the demons created evil? Can they repent? Get the answer to these questions and much more in this current episode.

Spiritual Springtime: Reflection on 40 Years

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 01:23:55 -0500

Fr. Tom spoke at the 40th Anniversary of the consecration of the chapel at the Orthodox Monastery of the Transfiguration in Ellwood City, PA on September 27, 2008. In this lecture he reflects on 40 years of Orthodoxy in North America.

Church And State - Part 8

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:00:22 -0400

Fr. Thomas concludes his series by reflecting on what it means to be a Christian in America today.

Church And State - Part 7

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:00:17 -0400

Fr. Hopko outlines how the Church fared in the 20th century in lands that were not traditionally Orthodox.

Church And State - Part 6

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:08:37 -0400

Fr. Tom looks at the Church in the 20th century, especially in Communist countries.

Church And State - Part 5

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:00:55 -0400

Fr. Tom discusses how the Orthodox Church fared in Russia before the revolution.

Church And State - Part 4

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 17:00:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the four centuries of Muslim rule over Eastern Orthodox Christians.

Church And State - Part 3

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:00:17 -0400

Fr. Tom examines the fifth through fifteenth centuries.

The Protecting Veil Of The Holy Theotokos

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:00:59 -0400

Whether you celebrate it on October 1 or on October 28 (traditions differ), you will enjoy Fr. Thomas' account of how the Mother of God protected a Constantinople church from an invading army, and how that inspires our own worship.

Church And State - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:00:04 -0400

Fr. Tom looks at the Roman-Byzantine empire of the 4th century.

Church And State - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:00:58 -0400

What does it mean to be a Christian and to live in this world? To answer that question, Fr. Tom examines the ancient New Testament Church.

The Meaning Of Life

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:37:54 -0400

With the meaning of life no longer explored on our college campuses, Fr. Thomas reflects on a piece he wrote on that subject 18 years ago. (Click here to purchase "Education's End", which Fr. Tom recommends in the podcast and Click here to purchase a used copy of the Life book which includes Fr. Tom's essay.)

Mercy And Forgiveness

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:00:23 -0400

Fr. Thomas recreates the homily from earlier in the month on Christ's parable of forgiveness by Fr. Maxym Lysack of Christ the Saviour Orthodox Church in Ottawa (If you e-mail Fr. Maxym, please note the Canadian spelling of "saviour" and the ".ca" domain extension).

The Universal Exultation Of The Precious And Life-Giving Cross

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 19:08:35 -0400

Celebrating one of the twelve great feasts of the Church (Click here to view the children's choir Fr. Thomas mentions in the podcast).

A Christian Response To Terrorism

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:10:17 -0400

Fr. Tom follows up on his thoughts on suffering and pain by looking specifically at the events of 9-11-2001.

Pain And Suffering

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:00:24 -0400

Fr. Tom reflects on why there is sickness, suffering and death in our world.

The Gate Facing East

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:00:22 -0400

Fr. Thomas celebrates the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos.

Calluses And Blisters On Our Souls

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 17:00:31 -0400

Think Labor Day is past? Not until Fr. Tom reflects on our spiritual labors.

Let Us Not Live By Lies - The Life Of Alexander Solzhenitsyn

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:00:03 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the life of the prominent Russian Orthodox dissident, writer and Nobel Peace Prize winner, who passed away just last month (Click here to order the "Solzhenitsyn Reader" recommended by Fr. Tom).

Not Made By Human Hands

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:00:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas relates the story of the icon not made by hand which is celebrated each August after the Dormition of the Theotokos. Could it actually be the shroud of Turin?

The End Of The Church Year

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:00:50 -0400

Fr. Tom couldn't let the Church Year end without looking back on the inspiring feasts during its last month, August.

The Greatest Born Of Woman - St. John The Baptist - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:00:18 -0400

With the Feast of his beheading approaching, Fr. Tom continues his discussion of the Prophet, Forerunner and Baptizer, John.

The Greatest Born Of Woman - St. John The Baptist - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:00:37 -0400

With the Feast Day of the Beheading of St. John approaching (August 29), Fr. Thomas examines the Prophet, Forerunner and Baptizer, John.

Teaching Doctrine In The World We Live In Today - Part Three

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:00:47 -0400

Fr. Thomas concludes his three-part lecture on teaching doctrine given in June, 2008 at the Met. Andrey Sheptytsky Institute in Ottawa.

Teaching Doctrine In The World We Live In Today - Part Two

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:00:23 -0400

We continue with part two of Fr. Thomas' three-part lecture on teaching doctrine given in June, 2008 at the Met. Andrey Sheptytsky Institute in Ottawa.

Teaching Doctrine In The World We Live In Today - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:00:32 -0400

Ancient Faith Radio is proud to present a three-part lecture on teaching doctrine by Fr. Thomas given in June, 2008 at the Met. Andrey Sheptytsky Institute in Ottawa.

Icons And Their Placement

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:08:28 -0400

Father Thomas reveals how icons are painted and the proper procedure for placing them in the church building.

The Singing Of Psalms

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:33:14 -0400

Fr. Tom takes a close look at the psalmody of the Church and its use in Orthodox worship.

Intercessory Prayer

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:28:30 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines how we ask the Mother of God and Saints to pray on our behalf, and the misunderstood prayer for them to "save" us.

Person, Nature And Action

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:57:40 -0400

As an epilogue to his series on the language of God, Fr. Tom explains these technical, theological, terms used by the Church.

How We Speak Of God - Part 4

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:29:57 -0400

In the final part of his series, Fr. Tom reflects on the metaphors and similes for God.

How We Speak Of God - Part 3

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:10:54 -0400

This time, Fr. Thomas speaks of the Activities and Actions of God.

How We Speak Of God - Part 2

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:54:00 -0400

Fr. Tom continues his discussion, this time focusing on the Divine Attributes of God.

How We Speak Of God - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:03:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas begins a four-part series on naming God and the language and words we use in the process.

The Iconographic Tradition Of The Holy Trinity

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:26:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas explains the two ways the Holy Trinity are depicted in icons.

The Holy Trinity

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:32:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the Holy Trinity, which leads to the answer to Christ's question, "Who do you say I am?"

Fasting

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 02:00:00 -0400

With the Apostles' fast at hand, Fr. Thomas reflects on the practice and rules for fasting.

The Sunday Of All The Saints

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:35:01 -0400

Fr. Thomas shows how we are all called to be Saints and examines the many different kinds of Saints.

The Holy Spirit

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:45:01 -0400

The day after Pentecost is the Feast of the Holy Spirit in the Orthodox Church and Fr. Thomas uses it to examine more closely the "Spirit who proceeds from the Father."

Pentecost

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:53:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas looks at the roots of Pentecost-- the coming of the Spirit-- in Old Testament worship.

The Sunday Of The Holy Fathers

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:21:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the seventh Sunday of Pascha-- the Sunday between Ascension and Pentecost.

Granting Sight To The Blind Man

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:48:00 -0400

What does this miracle of Christ tell us about the blind man, about God, about Jesus and ultimately, about us?

Commencement

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 26 May 2008 18:12:01 -0400

Fr. Thomas outlines a hypothetical commencement address he would give to graduates of all faiths and beliefs, then blesses us with his actual address last year to the graduates of St. Vladimir's.

The Book Of Acts

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 19 May 2008 13:19:00 -0400

Comparing the two sources for readings during the Paschal season-- the Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of John.

The Healing Of The Paralytic

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:40:01 -0400

Fr. Thomas enumerates the seven great messianic signs of Jesus in St. John's Gospel, focusing on the healing of the paralytic at Bethesda.

Thomas Sunday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 02 May 2008 18:10:00 -0400

Father Thomas educates us on why the Sunday a week after our Lord's Resurrection is also called Antipascha.

The Myrrhbearing Women

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 01 May 2008 16:59:11 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines who the Myrrhbearing Women were and clears up some misconceptions about Mary Magdalene in the process.

The Descent Of Jesus Into Hades

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:00:37 -0400

Fr. Thomas uses the Paschal icon as an opportunity to clear up some misconceptions about Sheol/Hades and Gahenna/Hell.

Great And Holy Friday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:44:01 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the Mystery of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of our Lord and how it led to the re-creation of the world.

Great and Holy Week - Part 1

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:19:01 -0400

The week before Pascha begins with the Bridegroom Matins. Christ is the Bridegroom and we are the Bride, joined in perfect unity through His crucifixion.

The Entry of Jesus Into Jerusalem

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:37:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the "Celebration of the Kingship of Christ".

Lazarus Saturday

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:00:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas explores the ultimate Messianic sign from the Gospel of St. John.

Great Lent - Week 6

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:27:00 -0400

In this last week of Great Lent, Father Thomas connects the parable of the rich man and Lazarus with Christ's raising from the dead of the actual Lazarus. 24:47

St. Mary Of Egypt

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:01:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas contrasts the story of the fallen, then raised Mary of Alexandria with that of another Mary-- the Theotokos. 17:16

Great Lent - Week Five (part 2)

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:12:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas gives an overview of the services for the 5th week of Great Lent and their final emphasis on penitance and repentance. 18:38

The Fifth Sunday Of Lent

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:57:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas starts with a review of the Gospel reading of Mark for the Fourth Sunday of Lent and transitions to the 5th Sunday explaining how reigning with our Lord is dependent on suffering with Him. 23:01

St. Tikhon - April 7

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 21:01:01 -0400

On April 7, we remember the repose of St. Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Apostle to America. Fr. Tom has 3 stories to tell about this venerable Saint.

4th Sunday of Lent - St. John of the Ladder

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:20:00 -0400

Sunday of the Cross

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 15:37:00 -0400

On the 3rd Sunday of Great Lent, we concentrate on the Cross of Christ and Fr. Tom helps us understand what it means to take up our cross.

The Epistle to the Hebrews

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:48:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas explains the significance of St. Paul's letter to the Hebrews in our Lenten journey. 22:56

The Prayer of St. Ephraim

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 23:41:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas examines the Prayer of St. Ephraim and why it is so appropriate for us during Great Lent. 22:20

The Magnificat

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Fr Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:26:01 -0400

As we continue to remember the significance of the Annunciation, Fr. Tom gives a helpful reflection on the Magnificat.