Ancient Faith Ministries

Sep 17, 2024 • 2h 54m

The Lord said this about attachment to wealth: "It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven." This strange comparison has been discussed endlessly for centuries. Why did Christ say it and what does it mean?

Sep 10, 2024 • 3h 5m

Why is this the response when a rich young man asked Christ about inheriting eternal life? Are all of us expected to give up all our possessions? What prompted this advice and to whom does it apply?

Sep 4, 2024 • 54 min

Matushka Carrie Foley and Presv. Melanie present helpful advice for parents on easing into and building trust of support staff who will care for their vulnerable family members, as well as creative suggestions to make refreshing family vacations/getaways possible, even when budgets are tight.

Aug 28, 2024 • 20 min

Brother Luke shares some new stories from the mission.

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 58m

This month Molly and Cynthia bring you 10 tools for experiencing more peaceful days. Don’t forget to download your free five day program on the prayer of Saint Philaret if you haven’t already! Please visit wwwhttps://www.filledwithless.com/

Aug 27, 2024 • 2h 53m

After Christ explained that marriage is God-given and then placed limits on divorce, the astonished disciples wondered whether it is better not to marry at all. We will discuss the Lord's response along with Orthodox teaching on divorce.

Aug 20, 2024 • 3h 2m

The Pharisees challenged Jesus on the issue of divorce, asking him, "When is it allowed?" Christ's response is surprising and reveals his care and concern for women, especially compared to the prevailing laws and attitudes toward women in first-century Judaism.

Aug 13, 2024 • 2h 53m

Dr. Jeannie continues Christ's teachings on forgiveness in response to a strong objection that some things are simply unforgivable and that Christ's teachings are not "black and white." Dr. Jeannie shares some remarkable stories of the transformative power of forgiveness.

Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 3m

Matushka Carrie Foley shares personal lessons learned regarding the vitalness of self-care and times of refreshment for sustainable caregiving. In Part 1 of 2 of this conversation, common roadblocks to rest and relaxation are addressed including guilt, anxiety, and lack of resources, along with practical suggestions for finding ways around them.

Aug 6, 2024 • 2h 52m

Continuing our study of the parable of the Unforgiving Debtor and the Lord's command that we forgive everyone who has harmed us, some ask how that is possible when we are still suffering from the harm done to us.

Aug 1, 2024 • 2h 21m

This month, Molly and Cynthia talk to Fr. John Oliver about the power of our words. But is it our words or our hearts that form the basis of our communication? Father John gives us much to ponder in this month’s episode.

Jul 30, 2024 • 2h 51m

This powerful parable may be the most important in the Bible for our salvation. Why do we hold on to grudges and are unwilling to forgive? Christ graphically describes what will happen to anyone who refuses to forgive another person "from his heart." Take heed!

Jul 24, 2024 • 21 min

Brother Luke shares a collection of recent interactions and experiences from within the community.

Jul 23, 2024 • 2h 50m

The Lord promised his presence even if only two or three are gathered in his name. This famous verse had practical purpose but was also misused to support divisions. St. Paisios explains the power of community prayer and also gave wonderful advice about effectual prayer.

Jul 21, 2024 • 2h 10m

Bobby Maddex interviews the participants of the inaugural Ancient Faith Lampstand Institute, an introductory media training forum for Orthodox Christians aged 18-23 who are interested in learning skills in digital media and applying them to the service of the Church

Jul 19, 2024 • 2h 22m

Our two intrepid podcasters having gotten bogged down in answering listeners' questions, now push forward to address why mankind was created, and what is its destiny. In short, what is man, why does he exist, where's he going, and why? Orthodoxy and Education: https://tinyurl.com/OrthodoxEducation Doxamoot 2024: https://tinyurl.com/Doxamoot24 Dr. Jenkins new website with Atheism course: luxchristi.co (note, not .com).

Jul 18, 2024 • 22 min

Father Nicolai reflects on recent hopeful learnings in the community.

Jul 17, 2024 • 6h 13m

Fr. Tom Soroka and John Maddex will dive into the topic of Universalism and speak with Orthodox panelists who fall into one of three categories: Confident Universalists, Hopeful Universalists, and those who say Universalism was condemned as a heresy. We read in Scripture that God is not willing that any should perish (2 Peter 3:9). But we also read that It is appointed unto man once to die, and after that comes the judgment (Hebrews 9:27). There are those who claim that, since Christ died for all, we can be assured that all will indeed be saved and not face eternal condemnation. This is called “universalism” or “apocatastasis.” Was this teaching condemned by the Church? Who among the Church Fathers embraced universal salvation?

Jul 16, 2024 • 3h 6m

As we continue Matthew 18, the Lord highlights the importance of every person with the Parable of the Lost Sheep. He also addresses the inevitable disputes that arise in every community. How should conflicts be handled? Christ speaks, and the Fathers explain! *audio quality/production elements may not be consistent.

Jul 10, 2024 • 38 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Christopher Chiakulas, founder of Orthodox Christian College Counseling, a platform that supports teenagers and their parents in navigating the high school journey, focusing on the college search, application, and selection process from an Orthodox perspective.