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Orthodoxy and Feminism - Abbess Theologia 14:39

23d ago14:39

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What is feminism? What are the consequences of the movement? What is the role of women in the Church and the world? And what women and the priesthood? Abbess Theologia gives succinct and clear answers to these questions.0:00 IntroThe Feminist Movement 0:14 Causes for the Movement1:51 The Movement’s Success 3:00 Problems with the Movement Orthodoxy …

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The Life of St. Meletius, Archbishop of Antioch 19:16

1d ago19:16

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A reading of the Life of Saint Meletius, Archbishop of Antioch (February 12) from the Great Collection Collection of the Lives of Saints by St. Dimitri of RostovThe life of St. Meletius of Antioch is instructive regarding many things, including those of our times who have separated themselves from unity with the rest of the Orthodox Church in their…

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My Meeting With the Most Holy Theotokos - St. Dionysius the Areopagite 2:40

8d ago2:40

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Upon meeting the Holy Virgin Mary, St. Dionysius the Areopagite wrote to the Apostle Paul about his experience with her.This letter is found in the Great Collection of the Lives of Saints of the Orthodox Church on the feast of the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos, August 15th.https://panagiaquicktohear.com/2016/09/05/the-theotokos-and-st-dionys…

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On Love for God - St. Tikhon of Zadonsk 14:20

11d ago14:20

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St. Tikhon of Zadonsk, one of the most beloved Russian saints of the past few centuries, describes how fitting it is for man to love God and the signs that such love is true and genuine. "Truly is it said by all, 'How can we not love God?'"Text is from "Journey to Heaven: Counsels on the Particular Duties of Every Christian" by St. Tikhon of Zadons…

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The Pope Asks Elders Paisios & Porphyrios: Will You Come to the Vatican? 4:20

14d ago4:20

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The Pope wanted Elders Paisios and Porphyrios to visit him at the Vatican…how did they respond?0:00 Beginning0:21 The Invitation from the Pope and the Elders’ Response—Commentary by Elder Savvas Hagiorite on the meaning of the Elders' Response—1:00 The Pope is a heretic1:56 Not dialogue, but prayer is helpful2:58 The Pope believes the Orthodox do n…

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Ecumenism is "Downright Scum, Spiritual Filth" - St. Porphyrios of Kafsokalyvia 6:26

16d ago6:26

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Three accounts of St. Porphyrios' teachings regarding ecumenism and ecumenical meetings.—"Did he say nothing? Was he never asked by anyone about Ecumenism?" asked Prof. Tselengidis.—"But," replied the Saint's spiritual child, "he certainly was, Professor! Of course! He told us so... We used to ask him... And he said: 'Downright scum, spiritual filt…

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The Orthodox Spirit is the True One - St. Porphyrios of Kafsokalyvia 31:42

18d ago31:42

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St. Porphyrios, our God-bearing Elder abounding in love and divine gifts, is not known for addressing contemporary issues of dogma and how Orthodoxy compares to other religions. However, the Elder did address these topics and in these two recorded conversations we hear his views plainly expressed: he embraces Orthodoxy as the only true religion, th…

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The Devil is Weak, the Cross is Strong - St. Paisios the Athonite 4:55

28d ago4:55

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Fellow soldiers in Christ’s army: our weapons are fully sufficient to defeat our spiritual enemies. In this brief passage, St. Paisios re-awakens us to the power of Christ and His Cross. Reading from “Spiritual Counsels, Vol. 1: With Pain and Love for Contemporary Man”, p. 58-61-BUY “Spiritual Counsels, Vol. I”: https://www.holycross.org/products/w…

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What is Freedom? - Archbishop Averky of Jordanville 10:15

1M ago10:15

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Speaking to Russians in exile who saw firsthand the Bolshevik revolution, Archbishop Averky contrasts the true freedom in Christ from the tyrannical slavery of sin, indulgence, and worldly ambition that many falsely call “freedom.” As St. Paul wrote, “Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ made us free, and be not entangled again with…

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The Firmament and the Waters Above - St. John Chrysostom 31:58

1M ago31:58

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What is the firmament? What does scripture mean by “waters above the heavens”? St. John expounds upon the Scriptural testimony and raises our minds and hearts both to God’s creation and God Himself. 0:00 Introduction1:26 Scripture: Genesis 1:6-8 and Psalm 148:4-62:33 Commentary on Psalm 148:43:00 Commentary on Genesis 1 (Homily 4)18:16 Commentary o…

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Heresy and the Worldly Spirit is Contrary to Noetic Prayer - Fr. Ephraim Triandaphillopoulos 11:51

2M ago11:51

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A reading of Chapter Four from "Noetic Prayer as the Basis of Mission and the Struggle Against Heresy" by Archimandrite Ephraim TriandaphillopoulosIn six short chapters Fr. Ephraim, like a spiritual doctor and specialist in spiritual diseases, dissects the disease of heresy and its cause, offering both as method of cure and cure itself the medicine…

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Blessed Makrina of Volos and St. Joseph the Hesychast, Her Spiritual Father 8:47

2M ago8:47

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The story of how Gerondissa Makrina become a beacon of Orthodox life in Greece under the guidance of St. Joseph the Hesychast. Gerondissa's nuns later helped start many monasteries in America and Canada under the leadership of Geronda Ephraim of Arizona.Text is from "My Elder Joseph the Hesychast" by Elder Ephraim of Arizona, p. 574-580-BUY "My Eld…

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On the Mother of God - St. Silouan the Athonite 6:54

2M ago6:54

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The Christian soul loves the Mother of God and that love is exemplified and ignited listening to these reflections from St. Silouan the Athonite.This text is found in "Saint Silouan the Athonite" by St. Sophrony the Athonite, pp. 390-393-BUY "Saint Silouan the Athonite" by St. Sophrony here: https://churchsupplies.jordanville.org/products/saint-sil…

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On Solitude and How To Avoid Boredom - St. Theophan the Recluse 4:33

2M ago4:33

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"I'm bored!" we hear people say, maybe even we ourselves have said this. St. Theophan the Recluse offers practical advice to overcome boredom and the feeling of being all alone. -BUY the book which includes this text: "The Spiritual Life and How to Be Attuned to It":https://stpaisiusgiftshop.com/new-products/the-spiritual-life-new-edition/-LISTEN t…

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On God's Love For Us & The Grace of Humility - Elder Ephraim of Arizona 11:20

2M ago11:20

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Elder Ephraim reflects on the great love of God for man and how critical humility is to remain in communion with God and His grace.Excerpt "Counsels from the Holy Mountain: Selected from the Letters and Homilies of Geronda Ephraim of Arizona", p. 379-384-BUY "Counsels from the Holy Mountain": https://stanthonysmonastery.org/products/counsels-from-t…

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How to Recognize a Good Priest or Bishop - Met. Augustinos Kantiotes 6:14

2M ago6:14

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"What is the hallmark of a priest? To gather prosphora? To perform nice services? To preach sweetly and 'usefully' from the ambo and make a few young ladies tear up emotionally from his contemplative thoughts? What is the hallmark of a priest and bishop in these difficult years?..."A reading from "The Christian in the End Times", 2nd edition, pp. 3…

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The Miracle of St. Euphemia at the Fourth Ecumenical Council 20:43

3M ago20:43

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The miraculous sign of St. Euphemia at the 4th Fourth Ecumenical in Chalcedon proved the truth of the Orthodox confession of two natures in Christ, united and yet distinct. This text includes a brief Life of St. Euphemia, the events of the 4th Ecumenical Council, including those preceding it, and the miracle of St. Euphemia. St. Euphemia's miracle …

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Spiritual Laws - St. Paisios the Athonite 10:21

3M ago10:21

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Why does God allow the righteous to suffer? What spiritual laws are at work when we are prideful and when we fall? How does God help both the humble and the proud to walk the narrow path of salvation? St. Paisios the Athonite answers these questions and more. -BUY St. Paisios' book, "Elder Hadji-Georgis the Athonite":https://www.athoniteusa.com/pro…

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How to Save the Soul - St. Theophan the Recluse 5:12

3M ago5:12

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St. Theophan's answer to arguably the most fundamental question for each man: How can I save my soul? "What does one say to the person who asks: 'How can I save my soul?' This: Repent, and being strengthened by the power of grace in the Holy Mysteries, walk in the path of God's commandments, under the direction which the Holy Church gives you throu…

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On Attention and Distraction - St. Ignatius Brianchaninov 7:49

3M ago7:49

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A word for us all from one the greatest Russian saints of recent times. "The sons of the world consider distraction to be something innocent, but the holy fathers recognize it to be the origin of all evils."-LISTEN to other recordings of St. Ignatius Brianchaninov---My Cross and the Cross of Christhttps://youtu.be/RDmmWFqGGYA---Exhortation on the P…

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Freemasonry: The Depths of Satan - Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios 46:38

3M ago46:38

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Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios, in his examination of the Book of Revelation, sees "the depths of Satan" (Rev. 2:24) applying to today's satanic, neo-gnosticism: Freemasonry. Spreading its wicked tentacles throughout society, often in ways unknown the average person, Freemasonry is a powerful force that all Christians must not underestimate. Elder At…

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The Glorification of St. John of Shanghai & San Francisco 17:44

3M ago17:44

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Bishop (then Hieromonk) Luke gives a firsthand account of the Glorification (Canonization) services of St. John Maximovitch of Shanghai & San Francisco (+1966). Holy Hierarch John, pray to God for us!Photo in thumbnail is from the 1994 Glorification services at Holy Virgin Cathedral in San Francisco.-READ: the text of this recording from Orthodox L…

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Orthodox Prayers for Children, Parents, and Spouses 4:52

3M ago4:52

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These prayers come from the excellent book "On the Upbringing of Children" by Bishop Irenaius, published by St. Xenia Press 0:00 Intro 0:06 A Prayer of Parents for their Children 1:53 A Prayer of Children for their Parents 2:17 Another Prayer of Children for their Parents 3:33 A Prayer of Spouses for Each Other -BUY "On the Upbringing of Children" …

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Orthodoxy and Ecumenism: St. Justin Popovic's Reply to the Serbian Bishops 18:27

4M ago18:27

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In addition to St. Justin Popovic's piercing theological clarity, this text offers us three significant examples: 1) The Serbian Hierarchs humbly asked a priest for his thoughts before making their decision 2) This priest, St. Justin, responded boldly and clearly 3) The Serbian Hierarchs followed his advice. All this is regarding a most tempting an…

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Righteous Mothers of The Three Hierarchs: Nonna, Anthousa, & Emmelia - St. Nektarios of Aegina 6:01

4M ago6:01

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Listen to St. Nektarios praise these holy mothers who raised some of the greatest saints the earth has ever seen. He describes how these holy women planted Christ in their sons' hearts and cultivated the grace to maturity. How critical the role of the mother is in raising children and how firm the foundation she can lay down in the hearts and minds…

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Strength From Bearing Shame In Confession - Fr. Zacharias Zachariou 17:15

4M ago17:15

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On occasion, I depart from my standard approach and record texts by those still alive in this world. Generally, I stick to texts from those who finished their race and are widely embraced as being victorious in Christ. This text from Fr. Zacharias, the disciple of St. Sophrony of Essex, is truly life-changing and worthy of your heart’s attention. A…

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Signs of the Times: Antichrist, Zionism, & Jews - St. Paisios the Athonite 8:44

5M ago8:44

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Our holy father Paisios the Athonite exposes the plans of the enemy and calls those who love the Truth, Christ Himself, to be aware and resist. Repent, receive the Mysteries, prayer fervently, since, as St. Paisios says, "Perhaps you, too, will live to see many of the signs written in the Book of Revelation."This text is found in “Spiritual Counsel…

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On Illness - St. Porphyrios of Kafsokalyvia 21:09

5M ago21:09

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You may never hear more inspiring, humbling, and challenging words on illness, its purpose, and the best way we can face it. This excerpt from "Wounded by Love" exhibits his insatiable love for Christ, his wounded yet healed heart. St. Porphyrios knew about suffering with illness both by personal experience and his many years as a hospital chaplain…

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What Has the Feast of Pascha Left In Our Souls? - St. John of Kronstadt 7:49

5M ago7:49

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The Church worldwide loves St. John of Kronstadt… but do we love him for plainly speaking the truth? I can only imagine if parish priests today gave a homily like this. Most would get a lot of complaints from their parishioners, maybe even yelled at during coffee hour, and the bishops might hear of it, too. God grant us humility to accept the bitte…

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The Seven Phrases Christ Spoke on the Cross - St. Nikolai Velimirović 5:43

5M ago5:43

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St. Nikolai Velimirović offers comments on the seven phrases Christ spoke on the Cross, helping us go deeper in our understanding and love for Christ.-READ the text here:https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2019/04/the-seven-phrases-christ-spoke-on-cross.html-FIND an Orthodox parish and monastery near you: https://orthodoxyinamerica.org/______St. Nikol…

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Christ's Love For the Sinful Woman - St. Ephraim the Syrian 21:47

5M ago21:47

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St. Ephraim offers a dynamic commentary on this famous story (Matthew 26:6-13) that the Orthodox Church reads each year on Holy Wednesday. Presenting detailed conversations between the sinful woman, the devil, Simon the Pharisee, and Christ, this homily is faithful to Scripture yet expands our understanding and experience of this most instructive e…

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Remember the Sufferings of Christ - St. Tikhon of Zadonsk 8:03

5M ago8:03

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St. Tikhon of Zadonsk, one of the most beloved Russian saints of the past few centuries, exhibits his apostolic love and zeal in these brief exhortations. Always remember the sufferings, the love of Christ Jesus. 0:00 Beginning 0:11 Remembrance of the Divine Passion 3:16 Imitation of the Life of ChristText is from "Journey to Heaven", p. 99-103. To…

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Ep. 16: Fasting from Christ?! Our Mental Health Crisis and Victim Culture, with Joshua Horner 1:02:29

6M ago1:02:29

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Fasting from Christ?! Our Mental Health Crisis and Victim Culture with Joshua Horner They may have the world at their fingertips, but young people are more depressed than ever. A "yes" culture of affirmation has created a nation of socially atomized, anxious victims. Identical twin sisters Amy and Julie interview Joshua Horner, a speaker, certified…

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Experiences of Theosis - Elder George of Gregoriou 7:48

6M ago7:48

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This short excerpt from Elder George's treatise discusses the characteristics of experiences of theosis, union with God, the true purpose of each and every human being. Elder George (Kapsanis), former Abbot of the St. Gregorios Monastery on Mount Athos who reposed in the Lord on Pentecost 2014, presents the Orthodox understanding of Theosis and the…

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Qualifications For Theosis - Elder George of Gregoriou 10:52

6M ago10:52

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This short excerpt from Elder George's treatise explains the qualifications for attaining the true purpose of each and every human being: union with God, or Theosis. Elder George (Kapsanis), former Abbot of the St. Gregorios Monastery on Mount Athos who reposed in the Lord on Pentecost 2014, presents the Orthodox understanding of Theosis and the es…

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The Fiery Repentance of St. Mary of Egypt - St. Luke the Surgeon 10:36

6M ago10:36

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St. Luke teaches: "With this deep and fiery repentance the force that prevented her from entering the church receded and she finally entered. There she fell before the life-giving Cross of the Lord and did not get up until the end of the service. Tears flowed from her eyes, from the eyes that once seduced men and are now cleansed with wholehearted …

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Ep. 15: Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, & the Decline & Revitalization of Pop Culture, with Kay Clarity 1:02:27

6M ago1:02:27

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Kay Clarity is a singer and writer living in LA. She joins twins Amy and Julie to discuss how modern-day pop culture got so degenerate and the opportunity for revitalization. Plus, she shares her thoughts on what Taylor Swift's explosive rise is really about, and whether she should be emblematic of "Swiftian normality." Support Kay's electro-pop pr…

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I Feel In Blessed Augustine the Love of Christ - Fr. Seraphim Rose 8:56

6M ago8:56

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In this letter, Fr. Seraphim expresses his reaction to unhealthy approaches to Blessed Augustine, the great bishop and Church father of Africa, and shares a more personal side of his own experience with Augustine and his works: "I feel in Augustine the love of Christ."In Fr. Seraphim Rose’s time, as well as today in 2024, many diverse and strongly …

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Ep. 14: Polyamorous Circus Community, or the Eastern Orthodox Church 1:34:29

6M ago1:34:29

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Julie appeared on YearZero podcast with Tommy Salmons to discuss how the right community is crucial for one's well-being and decision to dedicate oneself to a purpose. Find out what Julie learned being part of a polyamorous circus community in San Francisco versus being part of the Eastern Orthodox Church today. (We bet you can guess which one is m…

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On the Freemasonic Roots of the Ecumenical Movement - St. Seraphim of Sofia 18:19

6M ago18:19

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St. Seraphim of Sofia discusses an important aspect of the Ecumenical Movement in the 20th century: Freemasonry. Presenting to the Moscow Pan-Orthodox Congress of 1948, which included representatives from nearly all autocephalous Orthodox churches, St. Seraphim highlights the well-known Freemason, John Raleigh Mott, the main promoter of "unity" amo…

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Answers To Challenging Fasting Questions - Elder Epiphanios of Athens 5:25

7M ago5:25

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Elder Epiphanios Theodoropoulos (+1989) was a celibate priest who lived his whole life in the world. “He didn’t retreat to Mt. Athos which he loved dearly, but lived in the city of Athens...." Absorb the wisdom of this faithful priest of our times. 0:00 Beginning0:07 Fasting and Dieting2:21 Fasting and Name Days3:02 Fasting and Hospitality-READ the…

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What is an Anathema? - St. Theophan the Recluse 13:00

7M ago13:00

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Every year during the first Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of the Triumph of Orthodoxy, the questions arise: "Why are we anathematizing people? Is the Church really sending them to hell? What is an anathema?" In his homily on the Sunday of Orthodoxy, St. Theophan the Recluse provides as answer to such questions, raising our theologoical conscienc…

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Turning Filthy Temptations Into Crowns of Victory - Elder Ephraim of Arizona 4:02

7M ago4:02

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Elder Ephraim encourages a brother struggling with lust and self-abuse (masturbation), inspiring him never to despair and always to repent and trust in God’s infinite mercy. Such temptations are allowed by God to humble and strengthen our will, and such patient endurance wins divine crowns.A letter from Athos, June 30, 1958 from "Counsels from the …

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Ep. 13: Is It Wrong to "Follow Your Heart" 27:49

7M ago27:49

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Some Christians say “following your heart” is bad advice embraced by our broken modern culture — but is it? The twins talk about intuition, gut feelings, and the wisdom within. Subscribe to our Substack for writing, art, and more: https://mysticsisters.substack.com Follow us on Twitter: Amy: @amytheartist Julie: @juliewrites Support Amy’s art: http…

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On Idle Talk and Gossip - Abbess Thaisia 12:14

7M ago12:14

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Our Lord said, "But I say unto you, that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment (Matt. 12:36)."Abbess Thaisia, a spiritual daughter of St. John of Krodstadt, served as abbess of a convent in Leushino, Russia. Her autobiography and letters have served as an inspiration to countless souls and are …

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Apostolic Fervor & A Protector of Orphans - St. Herman of Alaska (Treasury of Spirituality V-IX) 10:39

7M ago10:39

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St. Herman, who traveled from his monastery in Valaam to share the gospel of Christ with the native Alaskans, established the light of Orthodoxy in the hearts of countless souls and forever changed North America. This reading shows forth some of his most inspiring and well-known teachings, vital for everyone, especially Americans.0:00 Beginning0:16…

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On Exercise - St. Nektarios of Aegina 16:16

7M ago16:16

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The towering figure of St. Nektarios offers a speech at the opening of a gymnasium in 1893, showing forth the purpose of a fit physique and the relationship between soul and body. St. Nektarios published this speech in 1894.Reading from "For Mind and Heart: St. Nektarios as Teacher" by Newrome Press, pp. 45-52.-BUY "For Mind and Heart: St. Nektario…

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Children in Church - Fr. Michael Pomazansky of Jordanville 10:19

7M ago10:19

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"Let the children be conscious that they are members of Christ's family. Let the children come to love church!"With an inspiring message for parents, Fr. Michael Pomazansky exhorts us to help our children not just come to church but to learn to love church. Addressing practical aspects and the important matter of compulsion, this short article offe…

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Ep. 12: Viral Dance Videos, Sperm Donor Ethics, Atomization, & Socialization 45:04

7M ago45:04

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Are viral dance videos harmless fun or a sign of a decaying culture? Identical twins Amy and Julie discuss the online conservative freak-out over a viral video, why parties are social infrastructure, how to make friends, plus how a sperm donor with 97 kids points to the need for fathers and the atomization that comes with being divorced from your l…

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The Way of a Christian - St. Herman of Alaska (Treasury of Spirituality I-IV) 9:36

8M ago9:36

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St. Herman, who traveled from his monastery in Valaam to share the gospel of Christ with the native Alaskans, established the light of Orthodoxy in the hearts of countless souls and forever changed North America. This reading shows forth some of his most inspiring and well-known teachings, vital for everyone, especially Americans0:00 Beginning0:13 …

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