On this Sunday of the Myrrh-bearers, Fr. Andrew presents St. Theophylact's teaching on how Joseph of Arimathea's care for the body of Jesus is an image of receiving Holy Communion.

Fr. Andrew discusses the idea of Christianity being an important part of life on this Sunday of the Blind Man.

Discussing the idea that the Ascension was Jesus abandoning His flock, Fr. Andrew unpacks what's really going on in the feast, what it says about Who Jesus is, about what His mission is, and about our salvation and our mission.

With the great feast of Pentecost, Fr. Andrew discusses it as a fulfillment of the Old Testament Exodus from Egypt.

Focusing on Christ's command to 'seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness', Fr. Andrew fleshes out what that means in terms of our participation in Christ.

Preaching at the Antiochian Eastern Dioceses Parish Life Conference, Fr. Andrew addresses the conference theme by discussing the first eight verses of Isaiah 56.

Featuring an all-new format for the podcast, Fr. Andrew discusses the Gospel reading where Jesus talks about being ashamed of him and what will happen when he comes again to earth—will he be ashamed of us? What does it mean to be ashamed, anyway?

With the Sunday of the Last Judgment, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick makes the point that both the question of what we eat during Lent and how we understand the coming Judgment are really about our orientation toward Jesus.

Far from being a substitution at Pentecost, swapping Christ with the Holy Spirit, the Spirit makes Christ present to us for ever. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick meditates on this and related themes.

On the feast of All Saints, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discusses what it means to be a saint, both for us and for those we usually think of as 'saints,' as well as why saints are actually critical to Christianity.

With the teaching on the sacredness of icons of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick demonstrates how our theology about the blessedness of material reality also means that we have to dedicated what we own to God.

Memory is powerful. And to a significant degree, it makes us what we are, shapes how we experience life, and influences what we do and say. And the acts of remembering that we engage in further shape us. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discusses all this in terms of St. Paul's admonition to St. Timothy to remember the risen Jesus Christ.

Sometimes, we wish God would just show up so that He would remove all our doubts and we could believe in Him without question. But what are we really asking for? What would happen? Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discusses this question in light of the Gospel of the Rich Man and Lazarus.

On today's show we recap March for Life, talk about OCF communities with Dn. Robert Miclean, and talk with friends about College Conference. Theme song, "Burn Out Bright," by Switchfoot, used by permission.

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

Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick speaks at the OCF Mid-Atlantic Retreat.

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.

"But whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant"- Matthew 20:26 The All-Stars series continues with guest Athena Vlamis, a senior at Kennesaw State University and Georgia District Student Leader for OCF. In this podcast, Tasya and Athena talk about Athena's leadership role in a new Pan-Orthodox initiative, the Connect Conference. The college seniors also discuss servant leadership, using our talents for the glory of God, the role of young adults in the church, the foundation OCF has laid in their lives, the importance of living as an Orthodox in day-to-day life, and more.

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

Matthew brings part one of a two-part series on the differences between Eastern and Western views of imputed righteousness.

Matthew brings part two of a two-part series on the differences between Eastern and Western views of imputed righteousness.

By popular demand, Matthew explores further a topic he introduced a few weeks ago.

So, is God's righteousness a commodity he bestows on us or is it part of His being and we enter into it?

This week Matthew takes a closer look at Abram becoming Abraham and what his faith brought about.

Matthew continues his look at Abraham and his faith. What did God impute to him as a result?

Are we really righteous as the result of a declaration? Matthew continues his look at Abraham's faith and how that relates to our lives as Christians today.

Dancing with God has become a lost art in the west. Listen as Matthew helps us recover this wonderful and living movement with our Creator.

Matthew is helping us understand the nature of our "dance" with God. Abram, Sarai and Hagar are the focus of today's study.

What is the nature of faith and how does it relate to the phrase "faith alone?"

Matthew takes a break from his series to address some questions from listeners.

What God really wants from us is a living connection. A joining with our beings. Just believing that doesn't make it happen.

Faith is the beginning of the journey to salvation but obedience is the path. It is simply our love relationship with God.

Abraham faces the greatest test of his faith imaginable.

This is the final episode in the Imputed Righteousness series. If you would like a CD package (4 CD's) of all 13 episodes in this series it is available for $30 when you make your request by emailing us. We will give you the details on how to process your order.

In part one of a two part series, Matthew addresses the societal problem of lust and immorality in the light of the Orthodox Christian Faith.

This is part 2 of Matthew's discussion on this fleshly passion that plagues so many.

In a time of uncertainty, we are all susceptible to fear or a loss of peace. Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh helps us to remember the truth of God and the role of faith.

Fr. Nick and Pres. Roxanne host a special guest, Dr. D, a physician in Manhattan at one of the hardest hit hospitals dealing with coronavirus.

The Louhs speak with Dr. James Skedros, Michael G. and Anastasia Cantonis Professor of Byzantine Studies and Professor of Early Christianity at Holy Cross/Hellenic College and also Harvard professor. They discuss the spiritual, psychological, and emotional components of the pandemic in school settings, as well as the historical responses to such crises in the Church.

Final lecture on the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

Why work on ridding ourselves of excuses in this life? So we won't face the consequences of our excuses in the next.

Nothing in life matters more than the purification of our souls and bodies, so that when we meet Christ in death he recognizes Himself in us.

With the glorious Paschal season upon us, Fr. John examines the questions being asked of Christians by today's world.

The Transfiguration of Jesus shows us the purpose of human life and how to taste of the incomparable heavenly banquet.

Fr. John answers a question at once innocent and terrifying.

Fr. John makes the obvious (?) connection between summer and the Northern Kingdom of Israel in the 8th Century, BC.

Kurt Harris interviews Charles Chusuei about his story of how God brought him into the Orthodox Church, in this new series titled "Stories Toward the Sacred" on the Hearts and Minds podcast.

Fr. John Oliver considers the motivating forces behind Zacchaeus' movement up the tree and towards Jesus.

Fr. John Oliver reflects on the writing of St. John Chrysostom titled "No One Can Harm the Man Who Does not Harm Himself."

Fr. John Oliver asks whether it is possible for a Christian to loose their sanity, their ability to manage their lives, and how to trust God in the struggle.