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Important Conversations About Topics That Matter To Orthodox Christians

Important Conversations About Topics That Matter To Orthodox Christians

 

#227

The Mysterious, Misinformed Mahdi

Egyptian-American Abdullah Hashem claims that he has been sent by God as the Advocate (par... more

21 May 2025

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21 May 2025


#226

Evaluating the Western Salvation Wars

Are Protestant and Roman Catholic thinkers inching toward Orthodox Christianity? Fr Thomas... more

14 May 2025

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14 May 2025


#225

Why Resurrection?

The Resurrection of Christ is the central doctrine of the Christian faith. What happens if... more

02 May 2025

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02 May 2025


#224

Orthodox Reflections on the Roman Papacy and Francis's Pontificate

Fr. Tom offers a reflection on the Pope's recent passing, and on the office of the papacy ... more

23 Apr 2025

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23 Apr 2025


#223

Did God Die on the Cross?

What happened on the cross, and after Jesus died on the cross? What do we know about the p... more

09 Apr 2025

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09 Apr 2025


#222

Is the Eucharist a Sacrifice?

Some Protestants say that the offering of sacrifices ceased at the cross. Others say that ... more

02 Apr 2025

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02 Apr 2025


#221

Is the Use of English in Liturgy Xenophobic?

A recent essay suggested that the evolution to English as the prevailing Liturgical langua... more

26 Mar 2025

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26 Mar 2025


#220

The Legacy of Protopresbyter Thomas Hopko

March 18 marks the 10th anniversary of the falling asleep of Fr Thomas Hopko, Dean Emeritu... more

19 Mar 2025

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19 Mar 2025


#219

Penal Substitutionary Atonement and Orthodoxy

What's the truth about Penal Substitutionary Atonement according to the Scriptures and exp... more

12 Mar 2025

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12 Mar 2025


#218

I Don't Get, "He Gets Us."

The "He Gets Us" campaign is a billion dollar ad blitz, presenting Jesus as a palatable ev... more

26 Feb 2025

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26 Feb 2025


#217

Do All Dogs Really Go to Heaven?

Our pets are beloved household companions. What does Orthodox Christianity teach about ani... more

19 Feb 2025

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19 Feb 2025


#216

The Poison of the Trans Ideology

How did the idea of gender transitioning become so commonplace in our time, and what is th... more

13 Feb 2025

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13 Feb 2025


#215

Does Orthodoxy Allow Three Marriages?

Is the Orthodox Church too permissive when it comes to divorce and remarriage?

04 Feb 2025

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04 Feb 2025


#214

Can the Famous be Faithful Christians?

In the advent of Kat Von D's move towards Orthodoxy, alternative rock vocalist, Lacey Stur... more

29 Jan 2025

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29 Jan 2025


#213

SPECIAL ADDITION: Remembering +Archbishop Anastasios

We remember the life of one of the most influential Orthodox leaders of the 20th century, ... more

28 Jan 2025

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28 Jan 2025


#212

Is Orthodoxy too "Eastern" for the U.S.?

Americans are noticing growing interest in Orthodoxy, but not everyone is happy about it. ... more

22 Jan 2025

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22 Jan 2025


#211

Did the Early Church Really Not Have Worship Services?

The idea that liturgical worship is foreign to the early church isn't a new claim. However... more

08 Jan 2025

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08 Jan 2025


#210

Is Praying to the Saints Necromancy?

Orthodox Christians pray to the Saints to ask their intercession before God. Some dismiss ... more

18 Dec 2024

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18 Dec 2024


#209

The Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad?

This Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad? • Parishes around the United States ar... more

11 Dec 2024

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11 Dec 2024


#208

Is Orthodox Christianity Exclusionary Divisive?

Maintaining Christian unity has been a problem since the time of the Apostles. Moreso, in ... more

04 Dec 2024

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04 Dec 2024


#207

What Are You Thankful For?

The American holiday of Thanksgiving is upon us. What things are you thankful to God for? ... more

27 Nov 2024

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27 Nov 2024


#206

Christian Nationalism?

Some are concerned about an American movement called Christian Nationalism. How should we ... more

20 Nov 2024

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20 Nov 2024


#205

Reproductive Technologies: Are We Playing God?

What are the ethical and religious issues around technologies that medically enhance ferti... more

13 Nov 2024

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13 Nov 2024


#204

Do Politics Hold Any Value for Orthodox Christians?

Election Day Special! • Should Orthodox Christians be concerned with politics? Where is th... more

06 Nov 2024

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06 Nov 2024


#203

Can an Orthodox Christian Ever Support Abortion?

Abortion is one of the most divisive issues in America. Are there ever situations where an... more

30 Oct 2024

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30 Oct 2024


#202

Prayer and Religion in Public Schools?

NEW AIRING TIME • Oklahoma is the latest American state which has mandated teaching the Bi... more

23 Oct 2024

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23 Oct 2024


#201

Are Women Leaving Religion Behind? - Follow Up

NEW AIRING TIME • Last week's show examined the current trend of Gen Z women abandoning re... more

16 Oct 2024

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16 Oct 2024