Ancient Faith Ministries

Jun 30, 2015 • 25 min

Bobby Maddex interviews James Higginson, the director of a new documentary film titled Devout, which tells the story of a group of Orthodox monks living within the monasteries of the Khashuri and Kareli districts in the Urbnisi Eparchy of Georgia. To help James complete the movie, please visit his crowdfunding site.

Jun 30, 2015 • 25 min

Bobby Maddex interviews Stacey Anderson, an Orthodox Christian living in the Highlands of Scotland who is working on an interesting art project related to Fr. Thomas Hopko of blessed memory.

Jun 30, 2015 • 1h 8m

Mr. Samer Laham, Director of Ecumenical Relations for the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch in Damascus, Syria, joins us today to share a firsthand account of the dire situation inside his homeland. Learn how IOCC is working with the Patriarchate to bring relief.

Jun 30, 2015 • 59 min

Bobby Maddex interviews Dr. Stephen Turley, the author of the book Awakening Wonder: A Classical Guide to Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, published by Classical Education Press.

Jun 30, 2015 • 49 min

Frederica reads parts five, six, and seven of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen, a tale told in seven stories.

Jun 25, 2015 • 11 min

Interview with Mother Gabriella at Holy Dormition Monastery in Rives Junction, MI.

Jun 22, 2015 • 19 min

Dn. Theodore describes an encounter he recently had with a man who claims to have written a quantum formula that proves the existence of God.

Jun 1, 2015 • 3h 2m

Are you living the personal calling given to you by your Father and Creator? Is your Parish thriving with successful ministries and stewardship and serving as a beacon of making disciples? If you are looking for a "good account at the awesome judgment seat of Christ" listen to this 2nd episode of Stewardship Calling with Bill Marianes.

May 27, 2015 • 28 min

Hispanics comprise one of the largest and fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States. Find out what what one "inner city" Orthodox parish in Los Angeles is doing to reach out and minister to them! Dn Paul Olson, a former Protestant missionary to Columbia explains.

May 23, 2015 • 45 min

In this edition Kevin tackles the tricky question of which Christian tradition can authentically claim "apostolic succession," with historian, theologian, author, and Dean of St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, Fr John Behr.

May 23, 2015 • 52 min

In this encore presentation of The Illumined Heart, hear the story of John Maddex who, along with his wife Tonya, found the Orthodox Church after nearly 40 years in Evangelical Christian radio.

May 23, 2015 • 40 min

Today we're going to be talking about the veneration of Mary and the Saints in the Holy Tradition. This topic is often misunderstood and can be a stumbling block for inquirers. Our guest is Father Patrick Henry Reardon, Pastor of All Saints Antiochian Orthodox Church in Chicago, Illinois, Sr. Editor of Touchstone Magazine and author of Christ in the Saints.

May 19, 2015 • 9 min

The Orthodox view existence as directed toward an encounter with a personal God who gives meaning to all the dimensions of earthly human existence.

May 9, 2015 • 1h 36m

In this special edition of Ancient Faith Presents, we hear two timely interviews related to same-sex marriage. They both discuss the same topic: an Orthodox priest who will no longer sign marriage licenses issued by his state. Find out why as Kevin Allen interviews Fr. Patrick Reardon, followed by another interview with Terry Mattingly conducted by a Lutheran radio program (Issues, Etc.).

May 9, 2015 • 2h 6m

Fr. John Parker joins us to talk about the position of the Orthodox Church on same-sex marriage as well as an upcoming March for Marriage in Washington DC. For more information about the Orthodox participation in the march, visit the Crown Them With Glory website.

May 9, 2015 • 33 min

Frederica reads part three of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen, a tale told in seven stories.

May 9, 2015 • 30 min

Frederica reads parts one and two of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen, a tale told in seven stories.

May 9, 2015 • 50 min

Frederica discusses a controversy that erupted online over her comment on gay marriage, and concludes that it is time for Christians to stand together on this issue.

May 9, 2015 • 25 min

Frederica reads an email she wrote to an Orthodox priest who has had a couple of encounters with a man who enjoys challenging Christianity.

May 6, 2015 • 13 min

Fr. Roberto Ubertino, Founder and Executive Director of St. John the Compassionate Mission, reminds us that the Lord can be found in the crumbs of daily life.