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Dios da la Vida – La Importancia del Ayuno

Domingo 23 de Febrero Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre la importancia del ayuno y como Dios es el único quien puede darnos vida eterna. I Cor. 8:13-9:2 Sunday February 23 Fr. Nicholas preached about the importance of fasting and how God is the only one who can give eternal life. I Cor. 8:13-9:2




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Hay Trabajo en Salvación

Domingo 23 de Marzo Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre Domingo de la Cruz y los labores que tenemos para recibir la salvación que es gratis. Marcos 8:34-9:1 Sunday 23 of March Fr. Nicholas preached about Sunday of the Cross and the work we have in order to receive salvation which is free. Mark 8:34-9:1




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Hay Opciones

Domingo 15 de Junio Pd. Nicolás predicó como Dios siempre nos da otro opciones para sobrevenir las dificultades. Por eso no haga pánico y tenga esperanza. Hebreos 11:33-12;2 Sunday June 15 Fr. Nicholas preached on how God always gives us optiones to overcome difficulties. For this reason let us not ever panic but have hope. Hebrews 11:33-12:2




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En Dios Hay Orden

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre el orden y la estructura en al Divinidad y como en Dios no hay confusion. Esto es muy obvio en todo la creacion. Tito 3:8-15 Fr. Nicholas preached about the order and structure of the Divine and how there is not confusion in God. This is very obvious through out all creation. Titus 3:8-15




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Al Cielo en un Kayak

Domingo 7 de Septiembre Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como èl cercó a Dios por su viaje de sies horas remando en el mar. El viaje tenía subidas y bajas y en cualquier modo fueron oportunidades a buscar salvación en el Señor. Juan 3:13-17 Sunday September 7 Fr. Nicholas preached about how he became closer to God through his trip of paddling six hours in the open sea. The trip had ups and downs and no matter what there were opportunities to find salvation in the Lord. John 3:13-17




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En Cristo hay Alegría

Padre Nicolás predico sobre la alegría de Dios que nos da la fuerza para aguantar el sufrimiento. (Juan 17:1-13) Fr. Nicholas preached about the joy of God and how it strengthens us to persevere through the suffering we experience. (Juan 17:1-13)




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Reciba el “Des-ayuno” del Reino

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como el reino de Dios va a llegar y no va a tener un tiempo de ayuno pero más vamos a participar el “des-ayuno” divino. Entonces recíbalo en tu corazón. (Mateo 22:2-14) Fr. Nicholas preached about the kingdom of God that is going to arrive and how it will be a time with no fasting but rather the time to participate in divine “break-fast”. Therefore may you receive it into your heart. (Galatians 3:23-4:5)




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¿Que Hay Adentro?

Padre Nicholas predico sobre la vida espiritual y el valor tan grande de la salud de tu alma. También cuidado por tanto reglas que crean que tu salvación viene de ellos. La salvación viene de Cristo. (Gálata 2:16-20) Fr. Nicholas preached about the spiritual life and the great value in having a healthy soul. Also be careful for all the rules, believing that salvation comes from them. Salvation comes from Christ. (Galatians 2:16-20)




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En Dios Hay Futuro

Padre Nicolás predicó que un fiel de Dios haga planes para una mañana mejor. Como en México la Iglesia ha mejorado por los siglos y también como un pescador quien necesita tener esperanza de un buen futuro nosotros como discípulos hagan lo mismo. (Efesios 4:1-7) Fr. Nicholas preached that a faithful person of God makes plans for a better tomorrow. Like in Mexico in that the Church has improved through the centuries and like fishermen who need to have hope in a better future we also need to do the same. (Ephesians 4:1-7)




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Be Always With Christ

Molly looks forward to 2016 with a personal desire to seek after Christ ahead of everything else.




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Pray As You Can

Inspired by Fr. Thomas Hopko's "55 Maxims" Molly reflects on the practical aspects of prayer when you are at a loss for words.




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Greeting the Coming Day in Peace

Many begin their day praying that it will be greeted in peace. Molly Sabourin gives us a glimpse into her morning routine and the difference it can make in her outlook.




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Happy Holidays

When Jesus came as The Gift to the world as a stranger, He encountered politics, and it was politics that ultimately killed the Gift. In Houston Texas, politics once again kills the Gift of Christmas.




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Valentine's Day and Marriage

Listen in on Steve's reflections on learning to love, his marriage and his Valentine's day wish for his wife.




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Staying Orthodox

Steve discusses the realities of becoming Orthodox, being Orthodox, and staying Orthodox.




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May 4, 2014

In this first broadcast after Pascha, Fr. Evan reflects on the resurrection in his opening comments and then takes calls. The topics tonight were about the divinity of Christ, His exclamation on the cross about God forsaking Him, and the Orthodox position on witchcraft. A late question on Same-Sex Marriage was deferred until there is more time.




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May 18, 2014

This was a pre-recorded program where John Maddex joined Fr. Evan to answer email and voice mail questions. The questions dealt with Theosis, Purgatory, did God create evil, and grace.




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May 19, 2013

Fr. Evan discusses the responsibility of wedding sponsors, ways to enhance prayer, dialoguing with Evangelical friends who don't value the physical world, and C.S. Lewis.




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Orthodoxy Live for May 17, 2015

As the Paschal season winds down, Fr. Evan takes calls and email questions on a variety of topics including "How do we deal with the struggles of life and embrace them instead of dismissing them?"




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Orthodoxy Live May 15, 2016

A great program to put a dent in the backlog of email questions to Fr. Evan on a variety of interesting topics.




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May 7, 2017

A lively program with many calls asking questions about transitioning to Orthodoxy from a Southern Baptist background, the differences between Eastern Rite Catholic and Eastern Orthodox, eschatology, death, and more!




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Orthodoxy Live for May 3, 2015

Fr. Evan just returned from the country of Georgia where he met Ancient Faith Radio listeners! Here a little about his trip but also listen in as he takes questions from young Justin, Charlie, and David by email. The program ends with a Georgian rendition of the Paschal Hymn Christ is Risen.




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Forgiveness Sunday

As we begin our Lenten journey, Fr. Evan Armatas shares some thoughts on Forgiveness Sunday and takes calls and questions from the audience on a variety of topics.




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May 6, 2018

A lively show as Fr. Evan Armatas answers listener emails and takes several calls. Questions included were on the daily prayers, wedding rings on the right hand, the numbering of the Psalms, the lectionary, and more.




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May 5, 2019

Lots of great questions tonight including ones on confession, autocephaly, forgiveness, and a wife who is not as ready as you are to become Orthodox.




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May 12, 2019

Fr. Evan answers questions about the Holy Spirit and the Trisagion, divisions of Christendom, including Byzantine Catholicism, head coverings, and more.




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May 26, 2019

Calls, pre-records, and email questions make for an interesting and informative show with Fr. Evan Armatas. Questions include transgender pronouns, tattoos, and clergy vocations.




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Cheesefare Sunday 2020

Phones were very active as Fr. Evan Armatas answered questions from Australia, from inquirers, from skeptics, and more. You don't want to miss this one.




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May 3, 2020

Fr. Evan answers questions about praying to saints, Church and the coronavirus, and more!




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May 10, 2020

Fr. Evan answers questions about monastic vocation, menstruation and Communion, the burial tradition of Orthodox Christians, and much, much more!




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May 17, 2020

Back to back calls from all over the country for Fr. Evan tonight. Questions included: How are holy relics disbursed? How do we balance spiritual joy and humility? Who were the Samaritans? What are we to make of the state of the Church today and all of the problems? And more!




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May 24, 2020

Fr. Evan discusses worrying about the cares of others, the ever-virginity of Mary, the difference between Oriental and Eastern deacons, fasting for prayer life, and more!




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May 9, 2021

Fr. Evan gives a short explanation about how St. Thomas Sunday relates to Bright Week. He addresses the the issue of suicide and what the response of the church needs to be. What is a healthy view of martyrdom, and what can we benefit from the martyrs within the Orthodox Church? Fr. Evan gives pastoral advice to a caller regarding entering into the Orthodox faith.




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May 23, 2021

A combination of pre-recorded, email, and live phone calls make up this edition of Orthodoxy Live. Fr. Evan gets questions about lifetime confessions, an early Church understanding of Bishops, a place in the Church for divorced Christians, and the role of miracles.




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May 1, 2022

In tonights episode Fr. Evan shares a appreciation recording from AFR listener from Australia. Pastoral direction the church adminsters when marriages cannot be salvaged. How can we reach Islam for Christ, is it possible ? Do we pray to particular saints for particular things? How to bridge the gap between correction and causing offense to those within the church




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May 8,2022

Fr. Evan answers a question from live callers regarding same sex attraction and the Churches response. What it means to have the mindset of the Orthodox faith. What doe the scripture say regarding honoring women, our mothers. The resurrection gospel of the Myrrh-bearing women, the angel and the gardener; what is the meaning of these characters? What does the Church say about the sacrament of marriage.




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May 15, 2022

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology.




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May 22,2022

Tonight Fr. Evan answers the question of what Christ's love mean for us. At the last judgment, will it pain God if He should have to turn anyone away from the Kingdom. OR is it even possible for God to be separated from any one of us. When the Church prays, "fallen asleep in the Lord", what does this actually mean. Do adult individuals need a godparent to become baptized in the Orthodox Church. Fr. Evan gives advice on finding a good church community that fits "you".




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Orthodoxy Live May 7, 2023

Fr. Evans friends from Panaghia's Pantry in Ecuador call in with an update the ministry work. A question regarding why the Orthodox Church uses the Julian calendar for Lent and Pascha. If Jesus is God why does He pray to God. Does the Orthodox Church honor the black madonna




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Orthodoxy Live May 14, 2023

Fr. Evan talks to Laura about a question she has about Fr. Evan's new book, Reclaiming the Great Commission. He answers a question on how we can cultivate ourselves in our Orthodox faith. An anonymous listener asks why Orthodox Christians cannot practice the Eucharist in their homes. Fr. Evan answers and email regarding how the scriptures support prayers before icons.




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Orthodoxy Live May 21, 2023

Fr. Evan is joined by special guest, Fr. Rob Spaliatsos ,OCMC Missionary Director who shares with us his vision for the missionary department and, OCMC's pursuit of a missionary recruiter and the need for new long-term missionaries. Fr. Evan also welcomes a few call-in questions regarding missionary work.




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Orthodoxy Live - Januray 7, 2024

What does it mean to be created in the image and likeness of God according to the first 2 chapters of Genesis. During the Great Entrance in the Divine Liturgy, why do some people reach to touch the aer or rope of the priest ? How are we to understand 1Timothy 2:13-15? Fr. Evan gives advice on prayer especially when one feels defeated.




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Orthodoxy Live - May 19, 2024

Is venerating the icons within the Orthodox Church a requirement? Is there a divine understanding of the concept of human rights? Is self care ever unhealthy from a spiritual perspective. First time listener, first time caller asks Fr. Evan advice on entering as a catechumen of the Orthodox Church




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Orthodoxy Live - May 26, 2024

Fr. Evan answers questions regarding life confessions, the number of sacraments, and more.




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The Best Birthday Present

Dn. Theodore, the Director of Community of St. John the Compassionate Mission, reminds us that Christ arrives at 3:45 on a Friday afternoon.




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Sunday of the Paralytic

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto.




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An Ordinary Day

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto.




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A Day at Good Neighbours

Listen to excerpts from this past Sunday's bulletin at St. John the Compassionate Mission, serving the most vulnerable in Toronto.




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Judgment Sunday: The Gospel Is Personal

Listen to reflections about encountering Christ in the midst of pain, from St. John the Compassionate Mission.




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Mother's Day at the Mission

Listen to stories about Mothers who frequent St. John the Compassionate Mission in Toronto, Ontario.