Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discusses the parable of the Prodigal Son, how he asks to return as a servant but is instead given sonship, expanding on this theme in terms of the ways in the spiritual life what we desire from God is often not what He is offering.

Fr. Tom Hopko speaks at the first main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.

Metropolitan Jonah speaks at the second main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.

Metropolitan Jonah with part 2 of his talk at the third main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.

Metropolitan Jonah with part 3 of his talk at the fourth main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December 2009.

In this show we speak with the keynote speakers from three of the four college conference locations. The interviews are with Dr. Gayle Woloschak (College Conference East), Fr. John Parker (College Conference South), and Abbot Meletios Webber (College Conference West).

While our show on Community is delayed for technical reasons, we have an important message to share about the fate of this year's southern College Conference. Please listen and help OCF out if you can.

Speakers from College Conference 2011 at Antiochian Village offer their reflections.

Timothy talks with College Conference coordinators from the Student Advisory Board.

Timothy interviews Jonny Braun, the OCF Southwest Representative, about College Student Sunday, which will take place this coming September 16th.

This is the keynote address given by His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Nyssa, Primate of the American Carpatho-Russion Orthodox Diocese of the USA and the episcopal overseer of the Orthodox Christian Fellowship, at the 2013 OCF College Conference East at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Penn. He addressed this year's theme for OCF: "Behold now, what is so good or so pleasant as for brothers to dwell together in unity?" (Psalm 132:1)

In the introduction to a new series, host Mathew Monos interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey about the proper way to share the Orthodox faith on college campuses.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain what Eastern Orthodox Christianity is.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain Orthodox baptism.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain fasting.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain iconography.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Orthodox view of salvation.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Theotokos.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Priesthood.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Eucharist.

Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Problem of Evil.

Do Orthodox Christians believe in the Bible? On the first episode of the new season of the OCF podcast, media student leader Dan Bein asks Fr. Brendan Pelphrey this question and more.

Dan and Fr. Brendan discuss exactly what people mean when they say they're "Spiritual but Not Religious," and how to address that without turning into a patronizing nuisance.

Part of being a good friend and a Christian person is encouraging others and helping them grow. But how do we do that? What if they don't want to grow? This week, Dan, Tim, and Lia address how to foster that encouraging spirit.

Original guilt, immaculate conception, the Filioque, papal authority: Sometimes it can be difficult to explain the differences between Orthodoxy and Catholicism. OCF Student Media Leader Tasya Lysack and Fr. Brendan Pelphrey will be speaking about other Christian denominations for the next few episodes of Orthodox Apologetics, and today they discuss the answers to common questions our peers might ask us about the differences between Orthodoxy and Catholicism.

Fr. Brendan Pelphrey returns for the second instalment of Orthodox Apologetics for the 2017-2018 school year. In this episode, Fr. Brendan gives an overview of the history of the Protestant churches. He also answers some questions that Protestants may ask Orthodox college students. If you have any questions for Fr. Brendan, please email Tasya at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)/**/.

"As many as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ." What is belief? Tasya and Fr. Brendan discuss the fact that belief is more than recognizing the historical existence of Jesus Christ and His resurrection—the Church Fathers explain to us that it means that we try to be like Him.

How can we see and share love on a college campus? Hear as OCF Student Leadership Board members share their thoughts about love. Danielle brings it all together with a discussion of "the disciple whom Jesus loved", the holy Apostle and Evangelist John.

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy explore how Judgement can bring us closer to Christ as we embark on journey towards Lent

The first keynote address from Dn. Nicholas Belcher.

The second keynote address by Dn. Belcher.

A lively discussion worth downloading. For details on the panel, download this PDF which has all of the information.

Keynote address 3 by Dn. Belcher.

The interviewer is Jonathan Bush, OCF Regional Representative for the South along with his friend Bekah. The subject of the interview is "What is a vocation?"

What does it mean to love God and why is it so hard to love my neighbor? Listen to the audio and download the notes.

In today's kick-off episode, we listen to part one of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. We also peek into OCF's future and go over our dreams for the podcast and how you can dream with us. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission of the band.

In today's episode, we listen to part two of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot, used by permission.

Our world is full of marriage advice, but is it good advice? So much of what we read and hear about healthy marriage is untrue. Listen to Fr. Nicholas and Pres. Roxanne Louh as they discuss the truth about building a good marriage.

How does your self image align with God's image stamped on you? Listen as Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh encourage us to live in such a way that matches who we are as Christians.

Learn about anger and how to deal with it on this episode with Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh.

On this Giving Tuesday 2018, Dr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh lay the groundwork for having a generous spirit.

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh discuss embracing change as we enter into this summer season.

On this pre-recorded edition of Healthy Minds, Healthy Souls, the Louhs discuss the importance of curbing your anger and working to forgive.

Fr. Nick and Pres. Roxanne discuss the spiritual side of our fasting during Great Lent.

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh were honored to welcome best selling author Dr. Gary Chapman for a special 90 minute version of the show. Dr. Chapman is author of The Five Love Languages which has helped thousands of marriages find peace and harmony.

As our culture grows more and more accepting of things that trouble us as Orthodox Christians, Fr. John Oliver shares the example of St. Paul to guide our response.

Fr. John sees our sexuality as a gift from the Divine Logos.

In part 3 of his series on same sex marriage, Fr. John reflects on what a civil right is and how that applies to the question of same same unions.

Fr. John shares his speech from the The National March for Marriage in Washington D.C., and reflects upon his experience with the counter demonstration.

"Like a scared child on the first day of school, fear turns us into isolated, self-protective individuals. Like an ever-tightening cocoon."