Ancient Faith Ministries

Feb 21, 2023 • 3h 1m

This February episode Cynthia and Molly talk about maintaining peace while parenting teens and young adults in the Healthy Mind segment. The Healthy Body segment is an interview Dr. Christina Lucas-Vougiouklakis about lifestyle medicine and in the Productive Life segment an interview with Melinda Johnson about insights she's gained as the new CEO of Ancient Faith Ministries.

Feb 20, 2023 • 1h 50m

On the feast of The Meeting of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the Temple, the Very Rev. Dr Chad Hatfield leads the hearer through the journey the Mother of God has taken thus far in the Gospel narrative in becoming the God-bearer. We are encouraged to join her in pondering the events of the Gospels in our hearts. As St Maximus the Confessor says, we look towards the Cross, longing for it as “the sign of our salvation and the seal of our Lord”.

Feb 17, 2023 • 40 min

Stories from St. John the Compassionate Mission written by Brother Luke.

Feb 17, 2023 • 4h 54m

This episode Dr. Jenkins is joined by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon (who was also welcoming Dr. Jenkins to his own show) as they discuss Fr. Pat's past as a Trappist monk, a student in Rome, and his interaction with some of the most brilliant minds of the 20th century (and a few nefarious ones thrown in). You can find Fr. Pat's books at Ancient Faith, and his one mentioned specifically on Chronicles here: store.ancientfaith.com/chronicles

Feb 17, 2023 • 2h 25m

The Epistle reading for this Sunday Liturgy contains Paul’s reminder to Timothy that as Christians, “we have set our hope on the Living God” (1 Timothy 4.10). Fr Bogdan Bucur cautions us to remember that even with the best of intentions, any concept we have of God in our minds may be an idol if we are not completely giving ourselves over to God in joyful trust and faith.

Feb 16, 2023 • 36 min

Bobby Maddex, the Director of Digital Media from Ancient Faith Ministries interviews Dn Paul Zaharas from IOCC, who has been leading the USA Country Program since 2020. Dn. Paul shares details regarding the type of service work IOCC does and relates the history of the IOCC organization.

Feb 15, 2023 • 2h 3m

In a pastoral visit to St Vladimir’s Seminary, His Eminence Archbishop Mark preaches on a recurring theme found in the Sunday Gospel readings leading up to and through Great Lent: when people encounter the Lord, they choose to either turn away or draw near. Those who drew near in the Gospels – Bartimaeus, Zaccheus, the Prodigal Son – saw the Lord as their Savior and left their old lives behind to follow Him. Archbishop Mark challenges us with the question, “As we approach Great Lent, is our encounter with Christ one that is life-changing, or is it one that we simply have become immune to?”

Feb 15, 2023 • 40 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Rev. Dr. George Parsenios, professor of New Testament at Holy Cross seminary, on the scriptural and historical background of philia, and its application for Christians today.

Feb 14, 2023 • 3h 4m

The greatest sermon ever preached, certainly the most famous, is the Sermon on the Mount. The wisdom of Jesus is astonishing, especially compared to the mentality of first-century Judaism. With Chrysostom as our guide, we will begin delving into the Beatitudes.

Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 51m

The story of the rich young man who couldn’t bear to give up his wealth is often interpreted to say that wealth can be nothing but an obstacle to serving and following Christ. However, Fr Vincent Temirov asks us to consider a different understanding: the rich young man was not hindered by wealth in and of itself, but by his attachment to it and by his own self-reliance. What is hindering us from trusting everything to God? What do we need to give over to Him in our own lives?

Feb 10, 2023 • 57 min

On February 6, 2023 at 4:17am local time, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck southeastern Turkey and part of Syria, killing over 22,000 men, women, and children. At this time of great need, a fund has been established where 100% of your donation goes directly to people in need. This fund was established by the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America. John Maddex speaks with Vicar General the Very Rev. Thomas Zain. Donate at Antiochian.org.

Feb 8, 2023 • 2h 37m

A careful reading of the Gospel texts and the related commentary of the Holy Fathers reveals that the mystical events recorded at the Baptism of Christ were not perceived by the people present, save John the Baptist and the Lord Himself. Even the disciples were not able to see or hear what had happened; the revelation of the true glory of the One they followed came gradually, over time, as they followed Him and gave their hearts over to Him. Fr Bogdan Bucur enjoins us to strive to identify fully as “the people that sat in darkness”; only with a true understanding of our dark and sinful condition can our hearts be prepared to also be ones who “have seen a great Light.”

Feb 8, 2023 • 1h 1m

It happens to all of us—our minds drift, and we’re filled with worries when we should be worshiping. Yet God meets us in the nave even when we’re distracted. Lynnette shares some wisdom from the saints as well as some truths to keep in mind when we struggle to pay attention during the Divine Liturgy.

Feb 8, 2023 • 11 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Mari McMullen regarding the new lenten video series for family and parish use. No prep needed; videos and small group guide provided.

Feb 6, 2023 • 1h 42m

In this homily given on the secular New Years Day, on which the Church celebrates the feastday of St Basil the Great and commemorates the Circumcision of Christ, Fr Vincent Temirov exhorts us to consider St Maximus the Confessor’s words on acquiring a “circumcision of our hearts”. What can we learn from the Lord’s circumcision? How can we orient our hearts so as to cut off our inclinations towards sin, following the example of holy people like St Basil?

Feb 3, 2023 • 5h 20m

Dr. Jenkins welcomes Pastor Mike Landsman, half of the Areopagus Podcast crew, to discuss their own interactions with American (ir)religion. From Charismatics to Calvinists to Critical Theory, the conversation ranges across inchoate realm that passes for American faith and culture.

Feb 3, 2023 • 49 min

In this episode Bobby Maddex interviews His Grace Bishop Alexei of Sitka and Alaska on the history of the Alaskan Orthodox Church. Wonderful discussion about what life looks like for the clergy of the church and its parishioners. If you would like to donate the Alaskan diocese you can do so @ odesa.org.

Feb 3, 2023 • 33 min

Reflections from Fr. Nicolaie on the Sunday of the Grateful Leper.

Feb 1, 2023 • 31 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Kathy Pehanich about what defines a crisis and how best to respond to family members in need.

Jan 30, 2023 • 2h 47m

As we continue our discussion of the Temptation of Christ in Matthew chapter 4, we will look at what the Fathers of the Church tell us about Christ's temptation and why Christians should not only endure temptations but even welcome them.