Ancient Faith Ministries

Feb 16, 2022 • 48 min

It seems that every time we Orthodox gather in Church, we’re asking for mercy. Is all the repetition of “Lord, have mercy” a bit much? In this episode, Lynnette looks at pleas for mercy in the Bible and in the services of the Church, contrasting the Western, juridical view of mercy with the Eastern understanding of God’s lovingkindness and compassion.

Feb 14, 2022 • 17 min

Frederica Mathewes-Green shares a few words about the meaning of love.

Feb 13, 2022 • 2h 12m

Cynthia and Molly talk to Dr. Dan and Dr. Jane Hinshaw about their new book about Fr. Roman Braga of blessed memory. Then they learn about flexibility with Physical Trainer Petar Arsenyjevic. Their question of the day is "How Do I Politely Say No?"

Feb 13, 2022 • 36 min

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy get deep into understanding humility and its importance for our Lenten journey.

Feb 8, 2022 • 3h 9m

Why did the Lord cleanse the Temple? Why did he decide to take that action at that time after having visited the Temple countless times before? Did Jesus lose his temper? The words and actions of the Lord that day have been misunderstood by many. but the event is recorded in all four gospels because it had deep significance and resulted directly in his crucifixion

Feb 7, 2022 • 31 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Social Worker Rebecca Samra on the challenges and stressors that impact families - and healthy coping practices to consider.

Feb 6, 2022 • 45 min

In today’s episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the stories of the Canaanite Women and Zacchaeus. They talk about great faith and begin to elaborate on a main theme of lent: humility.

Feb 5, 2022 • 34 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Chaplain Sarah Byrne-Martelli on the various types of loss we face in life, helpful coping skills, and how the Orthodox faith provides avenues to healing and renewal.

Feb 4, 2022 • 8h 10m

Dr. Jenkins welcomes Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick back to Path to the Academy, where they discuss St. Basil’s “Address to Young Men on the Right Use of Greek Literature.” St. Basil gives both high and low praise to the pagans, and Fr. Andrew and Dr. Jenkins discuss the text’s relevance for today, how pagans could be virtuous, and why we should read the pagans to help us understand Holy Scripture.

Feb 3, 2022 • 4h 39m

Dr. Cyril Jenkins welcomes his friend Prof. Bill Tighe to discuss his own life as a student and an educator, and how good literature is the path to the cultivation of the soul.

Feb 3, 2022 • 5h 24m

In Part 2 of this series, Bill provides proven insights, strategies, and solutions from the “Jobs To Be Done” and “Disruptive Innovation” theories developed by Harvard professor Dr. Clayton Christensen. We will also begin to explore an excellent parish assessment that can help diagnose the most critical parish comorbidities and provide solutions

Feb 2, 2022 • 23 min

Listen to stories about Mat and Hector enduring the cold Toronto winter, by Fr. Nicolaie.

Feb 2, 2022 • 57 min

After spending so much time thinking about the Eucharist during the Divine Liturgy, Lynnette reflects on her earlier experiences with Protestant approaches to communion, including the “memorial supper” view, multiple theologies in a single gathering, and the ever-present little plastic cups of grape juice

Feb 1, 2022 • 59 min

Presvytera Melanie speaks with Hieromonk Michael Ziebarth about his relationship with Mother Gavrilia of blessed memory, the plans for republishing the book on her life, The Ascetic of Love, and experiencing God's light, joy, and peace through her example and prayers, even amid life's most difficult blessings.

Feb 1, 2022 • 2h 56m

One of the most perplexing stories in the Bible is God's request to Abraham to sacrifice his son, Isaac. This event, known as the Akeda, has been endlessly discussed by the Jews who cannot agree as to its meaning and purpose. But the Church knows its deep, powerful, and surprising connections to the crucifixion of Christ,

Jan 31, 2022 • 36 min

In this episode, Danielle talks about her intentions to carry out her "word of the year".

Jan 31, 2022 • 4h 57m

In part 1 of a 2-part series, Bill presents the empirical data about our current church challenges, how some Christians overcame these issues and built strong church communities, and the 6 primary root cause areas where our parishes are suffering

Jan 25, 2022 • 3h 21m

Now that we have taken our tour of the Temple and the Temple Mount, we will take a closer look at the Jewish priesthood. Who could become a priest or Levite? What jobs did they perform? Why did Jesus "cleanse" the temple? Did the Lord lose his temper, or was something happening in Judaism that led him to take such dramatic action?

Jan 19, 2022 • 1h 9m

Cynthia and Molly are back for their first show of the New Year. Today they talk with Fr. Joshua Makoul about the pandemic and our relationships. Then Dr. Trent Orfanos helps us understand the dangers of metabolic syndrome. Finally, some tips on decluttering your inbox!

Jan 19, 2022 • 33 min

The Divine Liturgy has ended with a ringing “Amen!” Now what? In this final episode of the Liturgy Quick-Start Guide, Lynnette explores “the liturgy after the Liturgy.” Like the apostles, we are sent out into the world to experience an endless cycle of communion with God, thanksgiving, living out our lives in Christ, and preparing again to receive Hi