Bobby interviews Jane G. Meyer, the author of the new Conciliar Press children's book The Hidden Garden: A Story of the Heart, illustrated by Masha Lobastov.

Bobby interviews Jane G. Meyer and Megan Gilbert, the creators of the new book A Child’s Guide to the Divine Liturgy, published by Ancient Faith Publishing.

On yet another live pop-up edition of Ex Libris, Bobby Maddex interviews Kh. Christine Rogers, the author of the new AFP chapter book Spyridon’s Shoes.

Dr. John Mark addresses questions about the perception of God appearing nastier in the Old Testament than the New Testament.

Dr. John Mark Reynolds discusses the views that modern Christians have as they perceive Hell.

Dr. John Mark Reynolds discusses the importance of finding balance in the church.

Once a culture accepts the fundamental premise of euthanasia consciousness, there is no way to limit doctor-administered death to those who are already at the end of their lives.

Supporting another's self-destruction is not a compassionate or morally neutral act.

Do "doctors of death" need any specialized training to diagnosis and prescribe lethal drugs to patients who want to die?

Wesley J. Smith shares the story of his friend, Robert Salamanca, who died peacefully with dignity of ALS.

Is euthanasia really the best way to alleviate the suffering of those dealing with serious mental illness?

To what extent should efforts be made to work for the healing of those with significant illnesses, like polio, rather than letting them die with assistance?

Should we be working to prevent all suicide, or should we support and encourage "some" suicides?

It’s 2024, and chances are you know at least one person who works remotely in some fashion. While the WFH life has its perks — nobody likes a long commute — it certainly comes with its own set of challenges, from lacking pro-level equipment to dealing with household disturbances. If you’re looking to give a gift to someone who spends much of their time in their home office, we’ve rounded up a few techy gift ideas that should make their days a little more delightful, or at least easier to manage.

Check out the rest of our gift ideas here.

In the first of a two-part series, Dr. Rossi helps us be a healing presence for those who are tempted with suicide.

What is our relationship with those who have gone to heaven? Dr. Rossi reflects on this as well as his remembrance of Fr. Thomas Hopko.

Dr. Rossi continues his comments on suicide and talks in particular about the Pastoral Paper on Suicide that was adopted by SCOBA in May of 2007.

Dr. Rossi, interviews Fr. Raymond Browne, Rector of St. Mark's Orthodox Church (OCA) in Wrightstown, PA, on the topic of identity.

Dr. Albert Rossi turns the well known phrase, "A Mile Wide and an Inch Deep," around in order to help us see our need to deeper into our true self in Christ.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on St. Paul's words in Philippians, chapter 4.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares about his experience of having eye surgery and how it compares to our spiritual sight.

Dr. Albert Rossi explores the meaning of a quote by St. Therese of Lisieux.

Dr. Rossi explores the difference between abiding and striving in the spiritual life, and the necessity of reliance on God.

Dr. Rossi ponders the question, "Who am I?"

Dr. Rossi interviews Nico Bezzerides, a student at Dartmouth who has taken the fall semester off to do missionary work in Gulu, Uganda, with Fr. Simon Menya.

Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us that our Orthodox faith does not require us to abandon or condemn any dimension of life, but instead to offer all that we are and do for fulfillment and blessing and healing.

Fr. Philip LeMasters presents an Orthodox Christian argument against physician-assisted suicide.

St. John Chrysostom's preaching is filled with practical advice on living a Christian life in the world, and in this broadcast we look at four sayings in which he addresses commonplace issues in the Christian's dealings with others: combating envy, overcoming offence, learning to conquer anger with love, and living in unity to the glory of God.

St. John Chrysostom’s preaching is filled with practical advice on living a Christian life in the world, and in this broadcast we look at four sayings in which he addresses commonplace issues in the Christian’s dealings with others: combating envy, overcoming offence, learning to conquer anger with love, and living in unity to the glory of God.

Drawn from one of the sayings of the Desert Fathers relating to the life of Abba Ammon, this week’s episode focuses on the question of our attentiveness to God, in the Divine Services as well as in our whole life. Where is our mind—where our heart? Do we not know that we stand in His presence, speaking to Him?

Fadi Toma, the Syrian Coordinator for Amnesty International Canada, speaks at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Winnipeg, Canada. The event is sponsored by the Orthodox Christian Fellowship group at the University of Manitoba.

Part 1 of a five-part interview with former evangelical pastor Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth

Part two of our interview with Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth.

Part three of our interview with Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth

Part four of our interview with Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth.

Part five of our five-part interview with Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth.

Learn about the first response team from IOCC to the flood ravaged areas of the midwest as we talk with Fr. Haralambos (Bob) Fox who is on assignment in Cedar Rapids, IA. To support the IOCC flood relief effort, go to their WEBSITE.

At the close of the recent All-American Council of the OCA, John caught up with Fr. Steven Voytovich, Chairman of the Deptartment of Institutional Chaplaincy in the OCA as well as a couple of the Department chaplains. Learn about the growing ministry of Orthodox chaplains in hospitals, nursing homes, and hospices.

A conversation with Dr. Marcus Plested, Academic Director of The Institute of Orthodox Christian Studies in Cambridge. Learn about the summer studies program and consider participating July 18-23 with Metropolitan Kallistos Ware, Fr. Andrew Louth, and others.

Bobby Maddex interviews Paul Grenier, the translator of Hidden and Triumphant: The Underground Struggle to Save Russian Iconography by Irina Yazykova.

Bobby Maddex, Operations Manager of Ancient Faith Radio, interviews Fr. John Behr, Dean of St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, about the school's new fully paid tuition plan.

John Maddex talks with IOCC Director of Programs Mark Ohanian about the relief work being done in war-torn Syria.

Every day brings more news of tension and hardship in the Middle East. IOCC (International Orthodox Christian Charities) is bringing humanitarian aid to this region and we get the latest from their Director of Programs, Mark Ohanian.

Bobby Maddex interviews Dan Christopulos, the U.S. Country Representative for International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC). Dan is in New York City this week coordinating the delivery of food, water, and blankets to those victimized by Hurricane Sandy.

Bobby Maddex interviews John Maddex again to get an update on the streaming music station. Special thanks to our anonymous donor who sent us $3,000 to cover the remaining expenses on our new generator and surge protection system. The donation was made on behalf of St. Cyprian of Carthage Orthodox Church in Richmond, Virginia. Thanks be to God!

Bobby Maddex is at the Antiochian Archdiocesan Convention in Houston, Texas, and while there he talks with Kh. Gigi Shadid, an Orthodox musician who specializes in music for children. You can purchase Kh. Gigi's CDs by clicking here.

Archimandrite David [Mahaffey] will be consecrated to the episcopacy at Saint Innocent Cathedral in Anchorage on Friday, February 21, 2014. He will fill the vacant Episcopal See of Sitka and Alaska for the Orthodox Church in America (OCA). AFR introduces you to the Bishop-elect and he talks about his vision for the Diocese.

Bobby Maddex interviews Amal Morcos, a particularly good friend of Ancient Faith Radio, about a recent trip she took to Lebanon and what she learned about the Orthodox Christians there.

Bobby Maddex interviews renowned Orthodox poet Scott Cairns about his new collection of poetry Idiot Psalms.

Kevin Allen interviews Fr. Barnabas Powell about a brand new video project to help seekers discover the ancient Christian Faith. Learn about the Journey to Fullness initiative as Kevin and Fr. Barnabas discuss effective ways of doing outreach in the Orthodox Church.