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On the Waves: Science and Religion

Nathan, Maria, and Andrew discuss the relationship between science and our Orthodox Christian faith.




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All Stars: When OCF Work is Discouraging—with Naim Mekdessi and Rachel Sierra

Tasya interviews Rachel Sierra and Naim Mekdessi—two students who have been active throughout their college years in OCF's South Region. The three college seniors discuss dealing with chapter elections, what it means to be District Leaders and chapter presidents, how they handle discouragement in OCF work, and more.




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What Happens to Babies When They Die?

Join Andja and Fr. Brendan as they share their experiences with death and discuss what happens to unbaptized babies when they die.




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Pentecostalism

Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas discuss Pentecostalism and speaking in tongues.




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Ecumenism

Fr. Brendan Pelphrey and Kassiani discuss Ecumenism and what it means to Orthodox Christians.




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Exploring the Relevance of St. Morwenna's Journey to Our Lives with Laura Jansson

In this episode, Danielle speaks about St. Morwenna with Laura Jansson, contributor to the book Seven Holy Women. They discuss the significance of prayer, vulnerability, and struggle within the faith, and how we can apply lessons from St. Morwenna's life to our own Orthodox journey.




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Preparing for Lent, with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki

In today’s episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the stories of the Canaanite Women and Zacchaeus. They talk about great faith and begin to elaborate on a main theme of lent: humility.




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Preparing for Lent: The Publican and The Pharisee

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




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Preparing for Lent: The Prodigal Son

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy continue on the Pre-Lenten journey by drawing connections between our repentance and God’s compassion and love for mankind.




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Preparing for Lent: Judgement Sunday

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




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The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Session 1

The first keynote address from Dn. Nicholas Belcher.




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Student Advisory Board

Listen in on the OCF advisory board discussion from Antiochian Village.




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The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Keynote 2

The second keynote address by Dn. Belcher.




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The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Panel Discussion

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




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The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Keynote 3

Keynote address 3 by Dn. Belcher.




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The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Interview with Dn. Nicholas 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?"




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2007 College Conference Workshop: John Stonestreet

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.




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Ancient Faith in a Modern World - 1

Today, we start a 3-part series entitled The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.




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Ancient Faith In The Modern World - Part 2

Today, we continue our 3-part series entitled "The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World." (25:43) Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission."




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Ancient Faith In The Modern World - Part 3

Today, we wrap up our 3-part series entitled The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World. We also take time to chat with Stephanie Mardigian, chapter president at VCU in Richmond, VA. 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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Beginning Lent: Sunday of Orthodoxy

In the final episode of the six-week series, Danielle and Fr. Timothy examine the Triumph of Orthodoxy through iconography, and conclude the series with some Lenten advice for young adults.




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Preparing for Lent: Forgiveness Sunday

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the liberation found in humbly forgiving ourselves and others before Christ.




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The Love and Power that Flows through Christ-Centered Relationships

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




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Steven Christoforou

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




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Despondency

In this episode Samuel Dutschmann, College Conference Midwest Student Leader, is joined by author, podcaster, and trauma coach, Nicole Roccas. They discuss despondency in the life of college students. Nicole shares insights from her work and how students might work through these restless moments of our lives.




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Oneness And The Trinity - Part 1

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




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Oneness And The Trinity - Part 2

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




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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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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 2

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.




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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 3

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




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Oneness - Part 1

Matthew explains how self-centered individualism leads to a personal moral code, which is dangerously close to amorality.




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Oneness And The Fall - Part 3

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




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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 1

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.




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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 2

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




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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 3

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




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Oneness And The Fall - Part 4

Matthew examines the deception of Satan in Eden.




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Oneness And The Fall - Part 2

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




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Oneness And The Fall - Part 1

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




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Oneness - Part 2

Matthew shows how it is the desire of God that our lives be joined together in the same way that the Father and the Son are united.




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Old Testament Sacrifices - Part 1

Matthew answers the question, "What was God's purpose with the Old Testament sacrificial system?"




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Old Testament Sacrifices - Part 2

Matthew concludes his series by examining the nature of man's conscience.




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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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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 1

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




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Oneness and the Trinity - Part 3

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




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Oneness and the Spirit - Part 4

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




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The Sacraments

Sacraments are how God lives out His life in us moment by moment, day by day.




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The Sacraments - Part 2

Sacraments are not a bridge to anywhere - they are the destination.




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The Sacraments - Part 3

Are the sacraments some duty to be fulfilled or are they part of our very lives as Orthodox Christians?




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The Parable of the Last Judgment

Matthew encourages us to contemplate the sobering Parable of the Last Judgment, because what will happen to us at that moment is being decided right now.