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Ancient Faith Talk Down For Maintenance

2009-07-10T12:35:41Z

We are working on our talk station and hope to be back soon. In the meantime, enjoy Ancient Faith Music as well as our many podcasts!

Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry 2009 Convocation

2009-07-09T19:26:31Z

Bobby Maddex interviews Chaplain Patrick Tutella, the executive director of Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM), about OCPM’s 2009 Convocation (July 28-30), the purpose of which is to bring together the many Orthodox clergy and laity from throughout North America who are practicing prison ministry or who are interested in practicing prison ministry.

Visited by Saint John Maximovitch - An Epilogue

2009-07-09T13:00:11Z

In this concluding episode of The Illumined Heart series on the life and ministry of Saint John Maximovitch, host Kevin Allen speaks with Orthodox priest Father Wayne Wilson about two “visitations” from Saint John that he received after the saint’s repose. Ancient Faith Radio hopes that you have enjoyed this series and have been encouraged by it.

New Sermon at St. Nicholas

2009-07-08T20:32:20Z

Another new Sermon at St. Nicholas. This time, Fr. Tom Soroka shares his homily from the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost on “The Authority of God.” Don’t forget to also check out Fr. Tom’s The Path, which features daily scripture readings and thoughtful commentary with quotes from the Fathers and the lives of the Saints.

You Are Not a Bible Character

2009-07-07T14:36:21Z

On a new Glory to God, Fr. Stephen Freeman looks at a common abuse of the Scriptures—as individuals imagine themselves to be characters in the Bible.

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ - Part 2

2009-07-06T19:35:09Z

On a new Paradosis, Fr. John Hainsworth continues his series on the Resurrection, examining what people before Christ believed about it.

Summer Giving

2009-07-05T10:57:43Z

Ancient Faith Radio needs your help this summer. Giving to this ministry is typically down in the summer months even though expenses are the same. So if you can help, please go to our Donations Page now. Thanks so much!

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Evangelism and the Chalice

2009-07-03T17:23:36Z

On a new Pilgrims from Paradise, Matthew Gallatin shows how Christ’s invitation in Scriptures to His disciples is surpassed by His invitation to us today to partake of His Body and Blood.

My Days with St. John the Wonder Worker, Archbishop of Shanghai and San Francisco

2009-07-03T13:56:11Z

Join Illumined Heart host Kevin Allen as he speaks with ROCOR Subdeacon Gregory Hendry in this six-part series of intimate and personal recollections of St John The Wonder Worker in this special commemorative series marking the 43rd anniversary of Vladika John’s repose (July 2nd). The series will be posted in six consecutive days beginning Friday, July 3rd through July 8th.

The Addiction

2009-07-01T20:48:40Z

On a new The Orthodox Moviegoer, Bobby Maddex reviews The Addiction (1995), directed by Abel Ferrara and starring Lili Taylor, Annabella Sciorra, and Christopher Walken.

Fr. Tom Hopko Interviews Archbishop Anastasios

2009-07-01T16:21:52Z

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.

The Heritage of St. Paul in Orthodox Spirituality - Part 1

2009-06-30T22:06:10Z

In this first half of a lecture recorded live in commemoration of the “Pauline Year,” celebrating 2,000 years since the birth of the Apostle, Fr. Dcn. Matthew Steenberg explores the heritage of the great missionary saint in Orthodoxy. Drawing connections to Elder Joseph the Hesychast of Mount Athos, St Symeon the New Theologian, and other great figures of the Orthodox tradition, this first portion of the lecture addresses questions of conversion and relationship, and how St. Paul’s example is at the heart of living Orthodox Tradition.

Pearl of Great Price

2009-06-29T19:48:04Z

On a new Speaking of Books, Ginny Nieuwsma reviews Pearl of Great Price: The Life of Mother Maria Skobtsova by Sergei Hackel, published by St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press.

The Theology of Work: On the Road with Steve the Builder

2009-06-29T00:12:15Z

In the seventh podcast from his road trip to St. John’s monastery, Steve Robinson reflects (after a long day) on the meaning of work, family, and death and their relationship to our salvation.

Fr. Tom Hopko on Sts. Peter and Paul

2009-06-27T10:54:36Z

In separate programs, Fr. Tom Hopko enlightens us on these two venerable Saints. Listen to “Keys to the Kingdom” and “A Chosen Instrument of Mine” by clicking HERE.

Pruning

2009-06-25T23:23:23Z

There comes a time when pruning is necessary to increase the health of your flock. But this is no easy task, says Fr. Gabriel Rochelle on a new Musing on Mission.

Let’s Create a Perfect World

2009-06-24T18:37:36Z

On a new Frederica Here and Now, Frederica Mathewes-Green tackles “the problem of evil” in an essay that was originally written for Beliefnet.

Our Armed Forces Everywhere

2009-06-23T16:55:36Z

On a new Sweeter Than Honey, Dr. Peter Bouteneff interviews Fr. Sean Levine and Anthony Westerman, both of whom served in Iraq before attending St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Seminary.

Metropolitan Jonah’s Vision for the Future of Orthodoxy in America!

2009-06-20T19:32:22Z

At the St. Vladimir’s Seminary Summer Conference, His Beatitude Metropolitan Jonah shared his vision for the future of Orthodoxy in America. Listen to his speech now, as well as all of the talks delivered at this historic gathering.

Orthodoxy in America: Past, Present, and Future

2009-06-19T12:03:33Z

From June 18th through the 20th, St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Seminary hosted a conference for clergy and laity that had as its theme “The Council and the Tomos: Twentieth-Century Landmarks Towards a Twenty-First-Century Church.” Ancient Faith Radio broadcast the talks as they occurred, though with an approximate one-hour delay. The first lecture began at 7:30 PM (Eastern) on the 18th. Click the image above to see where the talks are posted.