Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas discuss the hierarchical and diocesan distinctions of the Orthodox Church.

Fr. Brendan and Andja Bjeletich discuss the Orthodox view of Yoga and meditation practices.

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

In this episode, Danielle and Jeanine dive into understanding Christ-centered relationships. They discuss where to find these relationships, their benefits, and why it’s helpful to maintain them with other young adults

Matthew is forced to reject Western punishment theories because of one simple fact: God, by nature, does not change.

Matthew shows how the communal life of the Father, Son and Spirit defines who we are and how we must live.

The great mystery of the Trinity lies in the sameness of each part of the triune Godhead. Matthew examines how this is so.

Matthew continues his examination of oneness, this time showing how we become one with God, participants in the communal life of the Holy Trinity.

Matthew continues his series by showing how the Fall altered the nature of man's existence. We don't die because we sin. We sin because we die.

Matthew explains that, just as every human being fell under the curse of death through Adam, every human has been given immortality in Christ.

Matthew takes note of the nature of the fall and what was truly lost.

The coming of the Holy Spirit into the world, says Matthew, was the dynamic event which makes true oneness with God and with other people possible.

Matthew examines what the Holy Spirit brings to those who are open and willing.

Matthew continues his series, this time examining the unity of the early Christians and their entry into the Divine Nature of the Trinity.

Matthew returns again to the Calvinist doctrine of predestination and examines its merits in light of St. Paul's letters to the Ephesians and to Timothy.

Matthew examines the deception of Satan in Eden.

How can St. Paul's use of the term "all men" be interpreted as "some men"? When it's used to erroneously support the Calvinist doctrine of predestination. This week, Matthew shows how.

In the final chapter of his series, Matthew conclusively shows St. Paul's meaning behind his use of the term "predestined."

Continuing his series, Matthew shows how the Western interpretation of Genesis is colored by their concept of God Himself.

Matthew contrasts the Western and Orthodox views on the disobedience of Adam and Eve in Eden. He begins by revisiting the fall itself.

In this segment, Matthew notes the true nature of God's "wrath."

Matthew explains how experiencing God requires two elements - asceticism and the mysteries, or sacraments.

Matthew examines the Western Charismatic movement.

Matthew outlines the problems inherent in a relationship with God based on rational contemplation or imagination.

Matthew points out how the difference between the God of the Old and New Testaments is actually our own spiritual maturing.

Matthew looks at the history of God's actions towards us to see if "legal" theories hold water.

In this segment, Matthew outlines the "ransom theory" of salvation subscribed to by the early Church.

This week, Matthew outlines three ways that the remnants of Augustine's philosophy infect even those who are trying to return to an intimate experience with God.

Matthew continues his discussion of Augustine and his views on predestination.

Matthew shows how a misunderstanding of the story of the Garden of Eden leads to a misunderstanding of our relationship with God.

Looking more closely at the Augustinian view of God, Matthew examines the concept of "original sin".

Matthew answers those sects that subscribe to an "annihilation doctrine".

Matthew illustrates how the communal nature of God is why Christians can say that God is love.

Matthew begins a new series showing how the Incarnation restores loving oneness between humankind and its Creator.

In this segment, Matthew differentiates between the Eastern view of God as opposed to Augustine and the West.

Matthew Gallatin continues his examination of the differences between the Eastern and Western Churches, specifically their perspective on the nature of God.

Matthew reveals how the second obstacle to overcome in Western philosophy is in finding intimacy with God.

Matthew gives us the third obstacle between western believers and the experience of pre-Augustinian Christianity—misconceptions about the nature of the Church.

Matthew concludes his series by noting how the rationalism and idealism of western culture prevents seekers from recognizing the true Church.

Matthew continues his series by contrasting the Western and Eastern views of the Trinity.

In this podcast, Matthew examines two other pillars of Church unity—the breaking of bread and prayers.

Does St. John—as Protestants teach—disprove the belief that the bread and wine in the Eucharist is actually the Body and Blood of Christ? Matthew answers with an emphatic, "No."

Matthew concludes his discussion by reminding us of Christ's own words that He is "the Living Bread of Everlasting Life."

In this segment, Matthew contrasts the mystical experience of the Eastern Church with the rational philosophy of the West.

Matthew examines the wrathful deeds of the loving God.

Matthew explains that the Eastern Christian view of punishment lies not in God's actions towards sinners, but in the sinners' reaction to God's love.

Matthew reveals that God shows redemptive love, not vindictive vengeance, to those he punishes—especially to children.

So, what do you plan to say to the beggar you see waitng for you on the next block?

Matthew continues his exploration of those encounters with those we may prefer to avoid. He introduces us to David who would impact him for many years to come.

Matthew compares the role of an Evangelical Protestant pastor with that of an Orthodox priest.