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The Sunday of Orthodoxy

As we celebrate the Triumph of Orthodoxy and the victory over iconoclasm, Fr. Tom gives a personal reflection on icons and their use and misuse.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 5

In the 5th part of his series on Charles Darwin, Fr. Thomas talks about the relationship of this Darwinian Revolution and natural science in general to the issue of Orthodox Christian theology.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 6

In his continuing series on Charles Darwin, Fr. Thomas reflects on the Darwinian revolution and Christian theology having to do with the Bible. How do the Scriptures relate to the scientific world in which we live especially following the 19th century?




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Thomas Sunday

Father Thomas educates us on why the Sunday a week after our Lord's Resurrection is also called Antipascha.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 7: The Genesis Account (part 1)

In his continuing series on Charles Darwin and Christianity, Fr. Tom begins a reflection on the creation story as told in Genesis.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 8: The Genesis Account (part 2)

Fr. Tom Hopko continues his series on Darwin with his 2nd reflection on the creation story in Genesis.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 9: The Genesis Account (part 3)

Part 3 of the teachings from Genesis as a section in the larger series on Darwin and Christianity.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 10: The Genesis Account (part 4)

Part 4 of the teachings from Genesis as a section in the larger series on Darwin and Christianity.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 11: Death

In this episode on the Darwinian Revolution and the relationship between natural science and Christian theology, Fr. Thomas Hopko reflects on the issue of death.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 12: The Soul

How do you describe the distinction between human beings and animals? Is it the soul or is it something else altogether?




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 13: God and Creation

Fr. Tom continues his series on Darwin and Christianity with some musings on God and Creation.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 14: Meditation on Miracles

What are some of the misunderstandings and misgivings about miracles, and how does that relate to natural science and Christian theology?




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 15: Nature and Super-nature

As Fr. Tom gets close to the end of his series on Darwin and Christianity, he reflects on the terms and concepts of nature and super-nature.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 16: Faith and Knowledge, Reason and Revelation

This is the next-to-last episode in the Darwin series.




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Darwin and Christianity - Part 17: The Final Chapter

In this final installment in his Darwin and Christianity series, Fr. Tom Hopko compares the task and method of natural science with the task and method of Christian theology.




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Exploring the Scripture Readings from the Sunday After Ascension

On the Sunday after Ascension and before Pentecost, the appointed Scripture readings for the Divine Liturgy have striking similarities between the Apostle Reading (Acts 20) and the Gospel (John 17:1-13). Read these 2 "farewell addresses" and then listen to Fr. Tom's teaching that he recorded in his study following the Liturgy.




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 1

In a 6 part reflection, Fr. Tom Hopko examines the first three days of Holy Week and the significance of the scripture and verses as we prepare for Great and Holy Pascha. In this first episode, he gives an overview of the 3 days and the services we will be a part of.




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 2

In part 2, Fr. Tom reflects on the Bride, the Bridegroom, and the garments. Why was the man with no wedding garment cast out?




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 3

Next is the parable of the fig tree and the imagery of leaves and fruit.




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 4

Then we have Joseph and his brothers showing us through this intricate biblical story, the imagery of Christ and His Passion.




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 5

In the 5th episode, Fr. Tom reflects on the conflicts between Christ and the leaders of the day.




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The First Three Days of Holy Week - Part 6

Finally, Fr. Tom looks at the Harlot and Judas depicting two diverse models for the treatment of The Christ.




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Saul and David

Dr. Constantinou discusses Saul and David, which is lesson 88 of her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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Saul and David Continued

Dr. Constantinou continues her discussion of Saul and David, which is lesson 89 of her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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Saul and David: Part 3

Dr. Contantinou continues her discussion of Saul and David. This is lesson 90 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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Saul and David: Part 4

Dr. Contantinou continues her discussion of Saul and David. This is lesson 91 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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David

Dr. Constantinou discusses David. This is lesson 92 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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David and Bathsheba

Dr. Constantinou continues her study of David, specifically discussing his relationship with Bathsheba. This is lesson 93 in her series, "Introduction to the Bible."




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David and Bathsheba: Part 2

Dr. Constantinou shares the many patristic lessons dealing with repentance and forgiveness that have been drawn from the story of David's adulterous relationship with Bathsheba.




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Daniel: Part One

Dr. Constantinou begins a new series on the Book of Daniel by addressing the questions around authorship and dating of the text.




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Daniel: Part Two

Dr. Constantinou continues the series on the Book of Daniel by discussing the importance of the Septuagint to the Early Church.




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Daniel: Part Three

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou shares insights from the writings of the early Church Fathers on the Book of Daniel.




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Daniel: Part Four

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou explains the origin and validity of the Apocrypha, and discusses the Story of Susanna found in the Book of Daniel in the Septuagint.




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Daniel: Part Five

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou discusses further the Story of Susanna, along with the patristics comments on this portion of the Book of Daniel.




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Daniel: Part Six

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou begins the reading and study of the first chapter of the Book of Daniel, with commentary from the Church Fathers.




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Daniel: Part Seven

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou turns to chapter two of the Book of Daniel in which we find the dream of King Nebuchadnezzar.




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Daniel: Part Eight

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou introduces the eschatological prophecies of Daniel and continues with chapter two of the Book of Daniel.




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Daniel: Part Nine

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou completes our study of chapter two of the Book of Daniel, and discusses the ability to predict the end of the world.




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Daniel: Part Ten

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou begins our study of chapter three of the Book of Daniel, and the story of the Three Youths (Children).




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Daniel: Part Eleven

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou explains the meaning of a 'cubit' as she continues our study of chapter three of the Book of Daniel.




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Daniel: Part Twelve

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou continues our discussion of chapter three of the Book of Daniel.




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Daniel: Part Thirteen

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou continues our study of chapter three of the Book of Daniel and the story of the Three Young Men.




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Daniel: Part Fourteen

Dr. Jeannie Constantinou answers a question from a listener about the words used for "worship" in Greek, and then continues our study of chapter three of the Book of Daniel.




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Trinity, Florida

In this inaugural episode of the Department of Missions and Evangelism's new podcast The 153, the youth of Trinity, Florida, help define the reason for the podcast, its title, and even its production!




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Trinity, Florida: Part 2

Fr. Joseph gives a bit of "testimony" regarding his first mission in comparison to the large group coming together in Trinity, Florida.




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Trinity, Florida: Part 3

In part three of his visit to the fledgling community in Trinity, Florida, Fr Joseph speaks of the Person who can transform the one, the two, the few (or the many).




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Interview with Adam Roberts: Part 1

In part one of this two-part series, Fr. Joseph speaks with Subdeacon Adam Roberts about Evangelism—what is it?




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Interview with Adam Roberts: Part 2

In part two of Fr Joseph's interview with Subdeacon Adam Roberts, the topics include: future groups to evangelize; existing parishes planting missions; and how to speak the truth in love (and the problem of the internet).




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Every Day is Not Pentecost

On the priest shortage, sunshine, rain, and zucchini: We must be faithful in the valleys (and the peaks).




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The World Does Not Need More Darkness

The last thing the world needs is more darkness. We don't need more "dark Christians." Fr Joseph serves up Convention "leftovers" at St. Joseph/Houston.