Ancient Faith Ministries

Feb 29, 2012 • 22 min

Matthew recounts the story of Fr. Kallinikos Delveis, the first priest of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in New York.

Feb 27, 2012 • 33 min

Speakers from College Conference 2011 at Antiochian Village offer their reflections.

Nov 7, 2011 • 13 min

On this special episode of American Orthodox History, recorded at the first symposium on American Orthodox History at Princeton University, Matthew interviews Samuel Noble, a doctoral candidate at Yale University who has been translating from Arabic the homilies of St. Raphael Hawaweeny.

Nov 1, 2011 • 1h 30m

Dr. Constantinou finishes up her discussion of Elijah, this time focusing on the typology of the prophet.

Oct 19, 2011 • 26 min

On this special episode of American Orthodox History, recorded at the first symposium on American Orthodox History at Princeton University, Matthew interviews Scott Kenworthy, Associate Professor in the Department of Comparative Religion at the University of Miami of Ohio, about St. Tikhon, Enlightener of America.

Oct 19, 2011 • 1h 38m

In this 100th episode of her "Introduction to the Bible," Dr. Constantinou explains (among other things) the connection between St. John the Baptist and the Prophet Elijah.

Sep 20, 2011 • 37 min

Bobby Maddex Interviews carver and iconographer Fr. Jerome Sanderson about his participation in both the Ancient Christianity and African-American Conference and an upcoming Liturgical Arts Festival in California.

Aug 30, 2011 • 1h 32m

Dr. Constantinou examines the contest between Elijah, the 450 priests of Baal, and the 400 priests of Asherah.

Aug 19, 2011 • 1h 33m

Dr. Constantinou describes the characteristics of Israel and Judah, the two Old Testament kingdoms, and then tries to account for the popularity of the prophet Elijah.

Aug 3, 2011 • 1h 32m

Was Solomon righteous? Dr. Constantinou looks to the Fathers for an answer and then begins a discussion of Kings and Kingdoms.

Jul 12, 2011 • 1h 21m

Matthew speaks at the Fortieth Biennial Clergy Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America in Atlanta, Georgia.

Jun 16, 2011 • 1h 29m

Dr. Constantinou continues her lesson on Solomon, this time focusing on the fascinating topic of Old Testament polygamy, adultery, and concubinage. If David and Solomon did it, why can't we?

Jun 13, 2011 • 1h 35m

Dr. Constantinou discusses Solomon, in this, Lesson 95 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."

May 16, 2011 • 46 min

Dr. Constantinou shares the many patristic lessons dealing with repentance and forgiveness that have been drawn from the story of David's adulterous relationship with Bathsheba.

May 9, 2011 • 49 min

Dr. Constantinou continues her study of David, specifically discussing his relationship with Bathsheba. This is lesson 93 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."

Apr 2, 2011 • 42 min

Dr. Constantinou discusses David. This is lesson 92 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."

Apr 1, 2011 • 40 min

There are over 20 ancient Eastern Christian churches in communion with the Pope of Rome whose liturgies and "ethos" are more "Orthodox" than their Latin-Rite brothers. Some of them claim to be "Orthodox in communion with Rome". Some Orthodox disagree, calling them (pejoratively) "Uniates" or Eastern Rite Catholics, who have made significant compromises to come into such communion. In this episode host Kevin Allen speaks with Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest Father James Babcock about the similarities and differences between Eastern Orthodox, Eastern Catholics and the Roman Catholic Church.

Mar 17, 2011 • 44 min

As Great Lent begins, Illumined Heart host Kevin Allen and nutrition expert Rita Madden (MPH and RD) discuss the role of food in our Orthodox spiritual life, what the Church Fathers say about food and food quantity, and practical nutritional issues related to fasting. Can we get the protein we need from a plant-based diet? Do we need supplements? Should children fast? These and many other questions - from an Orthodox patristic perspective and Rita's expertise -are the focus of this important conversation. Be watching for Rita's new podcast on AFR about Food and Faith coming soon!!

Mar 13, 2011 • 32 min

Today we continue our a 3-part series entitled "Heaven Ain't Up, Hell Ain't Down." Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.

Mar 13, 2011 • 26 min

Today we conclude our 3-part series entitled "Heaven Ain't Up, Hell Ain't Down" with a challenging Q&A; session. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.