Ancient Faith Ministries

Jun 10, 2020 • 2h 59m

On line discussions about using the common spoon or multiple spoons for the Eucharist during the pandemic has prompted this commentary by Dr. Jeannie Constantinou. Dr. Constantinou has been teaching Biblical Studies and Early Christianity at the University of San Diego since 2002. Previously she taught New Testament at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology from 1998-1999. She has led bible studies, taught and lectured on the Bible and Orthodoxy at parishes, conferences, retreats and seminars for over thirty years. Her Search the Scriptures Live podcast is a popular feature on Ancient Faith Radio.

Jun 9, 2020 • 4h 16m

The shortest Pauline epistle we have is a very personal one, addressed to Philemon, a Christian and friend of Paul, concerning Philemon's runaway slave named Onesimus. What does Paul ask of Philemon and why? Was Onesimus ever granted his freedom? How did someone become a slave during antiquity? Why didn't St. Paul or the Church condemn slavery outright? How were slaves treated as members of the Church? Join us as we discuss slavery in the Roman Empire and the epistle of Paul to Philemon.

Jun 7, 2020 • 1h

From "Select Sermons", published in 1873 by Joseph Masters, London, and available in digital format for free through Google Books.

Jun 4, 2020 • 4h 38m

How willing are we to fully follow Christ’s clear instructions? That’s a tough question we all have to ask ourselves. Our Lord’s final direction was clear, concise and unequivocal: “Go and make disciples of ALL nations.” Period. Full stop. End of discussion! Bill's special guest is the dynamic and very experienced Orthodox Missions and Evangelism professional, Thomaida Hudanish, the Director of Missions and Evangelism for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco.

Jun 2, 2020 • 4h 44m

Some of the canons of the Church are taken directly from the epistles of St. Paul, but how can we know which canons are permanent and unchanging and which are a product of their time and culture? Some canons seem "outdated." Are they ever "invalid"? How are the Orthodox canons different from the canons of the Catholic Church? Join Dr. Jeannie Constantinou for an explanation of how the holy canons function in the life of the Church, and how they are interpreted and applied.

Jun 1, 2020 • 6h 40m

There are well over 1 million Americans who classify themselves as Orthodox Christians. And while fundamental theological beliefs and practices are very similar, we do not always speak with one strong and unified voice. On top of that, our Orthodox Patriarchs identified a Canonical anomaly in the way Orthodoxy has evolved operationally in the United States. This led some of our distinguished Patriarchs to want to resolve this anomaly and address our lack of unity. The result was the formation of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops. Its stated mission is to preserve and contribute to the unity of the Orthodox Church, and its goals include: 1. promoting Church unity in the United States; 2. strengthening the common pastoral ministry to all the Orthodox faithful and a common witness to all those outside the church; and 3. the organization of the Orthodox Church according to Canonical tradition. Ten years after its formation, what do you know about the Assembly of Bishops and what this distinguished group of over 55 Orthodox Hierarchs are working on? Tonight's program is devoted to a more thorough examination of the Assembly’s accomplishments and plans. Bill's guests include Metropolitan Gregory of the American Carpatho Russian Orthodox Diocese and the current Secretary of the Assembly, Mark Arey its first Secretary, and Nicholas Anton its Director of Operations.

May 31, 2020 • 1h 38m

Khrapovitsky, Met. Anthony. "The First Ecumenical Council." Orthodox Life, Volume 34, No. 6 (1984) (Jordanville, New York: Holy Trinity Monastery) ISSN:0030-5820, orthodoxlife.org

May 29, 2020 • 4h 32m

"I do not permit a woman to teach." "A woman will be saved through childbearing." People have misinterpreted and misconstrued those statements by St. Paul to subjugate and silence women through the centuries. Others have labeled St. Paul a misogynist. Why did St. Paul write these things to Timothy, and what did he mean by them? Listen as Dr. Jeannie Constantinou. looks at these verses in St. Paul's letter to Timothy.

May 29, 2020 • 30 min

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto.

May 29, 2020 • 55 min

From the "Torzehstvonik", a collection of patristic feast-day homilies, and a forthcoming publication of the Church of the Nativity in Erie, PA.

May 26, 2020 • 33 min

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr David Alexander on the spiritual wisdom of the recently glorified St Sophrony of Essex and the impact on marriage & family life.

May 20, 2020 • 4h 24m

Neither male nor female? Clean or unclean? And what does Eve have to do with all of this anyhow?

May 16, 2020 • 43 min

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto.

May 14, 2020 • 16 min

Meet William and Jane, two of the treasures at the Mission. Taken from Walking Humbly: The Holiness of the Poor, by St. John the Compassionate Mission.

May 13, 2020 • 28 min

Discover “Music as Liturgy” this summer—from home! Robin Freeman, Director of Music at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, gives listeners a special preview of the 2020 Pan-Orthodox Music Symposium happening June 11 through June 13, 2020. The event, which has been reconfigured to a global online format, is co-hosted by St. Vladimir’s and the International Society for Orthodox Church Music (ISOCM). It will explore the theme of “Music as Liturgy” with masterclasses, keynote presentations, and workshops. Learn more and register at orthodoxmusicsymposium.org.

May 12, 2020 • 8 min

Fr Alex Gousstis offers a brief reflection, including questions for discussion, on parenting styles and decision-making in our families

May 12, 2020 • 33 min

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Theodore Petrides regarding the power, effectiveness, and inspiration of sharing the stories of saints with our children.

May 8, 2020 • 45 min

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto. "What was it in their hearts that moved the Myrrh-bearing women to do something against common sense?"

May 7, 2020 • 3h 23m

"The Passion & Miracles of the Great Martyr and Victorious Wonderworker George." Orthodox Life. 1957, No. 1 (Jordanville, New York: Holy Trinity Monastery) ISSN:0030-5820, orthodoxlife.org

May 7, 2020 • 4h 15m

Bill's special guest was the always inspirational Fr. Luke Veronis, Proistamenos of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Webster, MA. This visionary leader, and his dynamic parish, accepted the Stewardship Calling Good and Faithful Servant Challenge as they celebrated their 100th anniversary.