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Heaven Ain't Up Hell Ain't Down - part 2

Today we continue our a 3-part series entitled "Heaven Ain't Up, Hell Ain't Down." Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.




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Real Break

Timothy interviews students who have attended Real Break, the alternative spring break program offered every year to Orthodox college students.




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College Conference East Keynote Address

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)




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Bearing God: St. Ignatius and Us

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




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Dr. Timothy Patitsas - East

Dr. Timothy Patitsas speaks at College Conference East, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.




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On the Waves: Searching for a Career

Dan and his guests discuss the process of preparing for life on the other side of the diploma.




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What does it mean to Come and See with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos

Fr. Panagiotis begins College Conference Midwest's keynote lectures by asking what "Come and See" even means and the transformation that it asks of us.




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A Different Kind of Spring Break

Unsure what to do during your spring break this year? Tasya and OCF Real Break Student Leader Anna Sobchak discuss OCF's alternative spring break trips: Real Break. They consider the importance of these trips in a college student's career, and also discuss fundraising ideas and what's new for Real Break in 2018.




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All Stars: Discussing Servant Leadership with Athena Vlamis

"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.




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All-Stars: Ideas for Your Chapter with Kayla and Mercedes

This year, the All-Stars series is highlighting students from all over North America—students from each of OCF's nine regions. For the Northwest regional feature, Tasya speaks with the co-presidents of Boise State University's OCF chapter: Mercedes Huse and Kayla Munkres. Mercedes and Kayla explain how they share the work of the Chapter President, give advice to OCF students in leadership positions in their chapter, and share some of their favourite chapter meeting activities.




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All-Stars: Taking a Leap of Faith—with Quinn Marquardt

February's All-Stars feature is Quinn Marquardt, the OCF Mountain Student Leader. Tasya and Quinn discuss how taking a leap of faith and getting involved with OCF--both at the chapter level and by joining the Student Leadership Board--has transformed their college experience.




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“My OCF Story” Featuring Caroline Retzios, the SLB Chairman

Kassiani Mamalakis interviews Caroline Retzios on her OCF Story and journey as an Orthodox Christian.




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Finding Peace During Finals

Today, we have an interview with Dr. Al Rossi on how to find peace in college life, especially during finals time. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.




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Heaven Ain't Up Hell Ain't Down - part 1

Today, we talk about summer plans for the podcast. We also begin a 3-part series entitled "Heaven Ain't Up, Hell Ain't Down." Plus, we go over how YOU can help OCF in a HUGE way. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.




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Reliving Real Break

On this week's episode, Danielle learns more about the Real Break experiences of two members of the OCF Student Leadership Board, Evan Roussey and Elias Anderson. They recount where they went, the communities they both developed and were introduced to, as well as lessons that they took away from their trips




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Oneness And Creation - Part 1

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




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Loving Creation - Part 2

Having been born in the image of God, we strive to achieve His likeness - becoming one with Him. And our relationship with His creation is a part of that spiritual development.




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Loving Creation - Part 1

Matthew begins a series exploring the spiritual aspect of environmentalism by asking, "Why does God create?"




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Oneness And Creation - Part 2

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




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Bearing a Cross

At the mid-point of Great Lent, the Church inspires our efforts with Christ's Holy Cross. Matthew uses this opportunity to reflect on our own crosses.




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What It Means To Worship

If our choice of churches is based on how they make us feel, are we really interested in worship?




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Healthy Connections

Valentine's Day is almost here, and many people are thinking about the important relationships in their lives. Fr. Nicholas and Presvytera Roxanne chatted and took calls on Healthy Minds, Healthy Souls! "Healthy Connections" was the theme of this week's show. The second one is "Conflict Resolution", coming up on February 28.




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Heathy Connections - Part 2: Conflicts

In part 2 of their 2 part series on healthy relationships, Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne help us learn how to fight fairly. How do we best solve conflicts in our relationships?




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Fasting From Unhealthy Thoughts

What role do our thoughts play in being the people God wants us to be? Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne give some practical advise on controlling our thoughts and submitting them to Christ.




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Fasting From Unhealthy Actions

Continuing the theme during Great Lent, Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne talk about our deeds and unhealthy patterns of living. Several calls and a busy chatroom make this a great episode to listen to!




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Coping With Fear

So what are you afraid of? Listen to this practical show with Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh helping us to cope with our fears.




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Parenting During The School Year

Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh bring us part 1 of a 2 part series on helping us parent our children in the school year. Part 2 will air on September 11, 2018.




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Parenting During the School Year: Part Two

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne discuss proper parenting, but specifically they focus on navigating the new educational year. This is part two of a two-part presentation.




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Christmas Special with Dr. Jeannie Constantinou

Join Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh as they welcome Dr. Jeannie Constantinou to the show to talk about Christmas and families.




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New Year New You

Fr Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh help us get 2019 off to a good start.




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Healthy Relationships - Part 2

While Dr. Roxanne was out of town, Fr. Nicholas Louh continued from the last show talking about making our relationships more healthy.




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Culture and Beauty - An Orthodox Perspective

Dn. Nicholas Kotar is the guest. He is an author and writer for the Ancient Faith Blog A Light So Lovely.




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Fear, Violence, and Children

Dr. Philip Mamalakis joins Dr. Roxanne Louh to discuss the growing violence in society and how it affects our children. How do we speak to our children about their fears and anxieties in the midst of school shootings and other violence all around them.




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Inner Beauty with Krista West

Presvytera Krista West join the Louh's to talk about beauty. Beauty in the soul, beauty of person, and beauty in the Church.




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Fast from Anger, Feast on Peace

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




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Fear and the Coronavirus

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.




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Featuring Hank Hanegraaff

The Louhs welcome Mr. Hank Hanegraaff, author and radio-show host, known as “The Bible Answer Man.” In 2017, Mr. Hanegraaff converted to Orthodoxy. They will discuss his journey of faith and aspects of their latest book, Renewing You, which Mr. Hanegraaff endorsed.




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Fighting the Real Enemy

In life, it's easy to lose your footing, waging war with the people you love, with yourself, and with circumstances that overwhelm you. Yet, so often the real enemy is not the person or situation in front of you. The battle is within you, and that's where the enemy attacks. In this special 90-minute edition of Healthy Minds Healthy Souls, join Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh as they equip you to defend yourself against the real enemy who seeks to destroy your life and your purpose.




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New Year, New You

Join Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh for a conversation on renewal. As the new year begins, what are your hopes and your plans for the coming months? The Louhs share some good tools to help you reach those goals.




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Catching Our Breath

Sometimes, the hardest kind of pressure to deal with is the kind that just doesn't let up. What can we do to break in on that stress? How can we stop and catch our breath? Join Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh live for practical advice.




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Caring for Creation

Join Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Tuesday evening for a new episode of Healthy Minds Healthy Souls. This week, they're talking with Spyridoula Fotinis about stewardship of God's creation, both at the individual and parish level, and reflecting on history and initiatives from the Ecumenical Patriarch.




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Black Friday and the Desires of the Heart

Each year on the Friday after Thanksgiving, shoppers and stores gear up for the busiest day of the shopping year. Fr. John reflects on what drives the passion for that day and how it relates to our quest for peace.




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Reading God's Books

A talk Fr. John Oliver gave at a symposium titled "God's Books: Reading Scripture in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam" held at the Murfreesboro Mosque in November.




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The Essential New Year's Resolution

What are your goals for 2014? Lose weight? Save more? Stop smoking? Get organized? Fr. John would like to remind us of the one goal that surpasses all others.




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Bowing to the Great Suffering

Fr. John illustrates how Christians are those who reach out to people in pain




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The Fear of Change

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




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Do You Want To Be Healed?

Fr. John examines the difference between true healing and mere relief.




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Commending Ourselves and Each Other to Christ Our God

What do those words in the liturgy mean? And how do we accomplish this? Fr. John enlightens us with the answers.




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New Years and New Beginnings

Fr. John explains why the new church year begins on September 1, then tells of a birthday party like no other.




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Disappointments Not Healed in This Life

Fr. John examines the life and faith of the Holy New Martyr and Grand Duchess Elizabeth.