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Orthodox Apologetics: An Introduction to Orthodoxy and Protestantism

Fr. Brendan Pelphrey returns for the second instalment of Orthodox Apologetics for the 2017-2018 school year. In this episode, Fr. Brendan gives an overview of the history of the Protestant churches. He also answers some questions that Protestants may ask Orthodox college students. If you have any questions for Fr. Brendan, please email Tasya at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)/**/.




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On the Waves: Almsgiving

Nathan, Maria, and Andrew discuss the topic of almsgiving and answer a listener question in the inaugural On the Waves mailbag segment. Listeners are asked to send in questions to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)/**/!




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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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Apologetics: What is belief?

"As many as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ." What is belief? Tasya and Fr. Brendan discuss the fact that belief is more than recognizing the historical existence of Jesus Christ and His resurrection—the Church Fathers explain to us that it means that we try to be like Him.




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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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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 is the Liturgy?

Join Fr. Brendan Pelphrey and Andja Bjeletich as they discuss how to explain the liturgy to people with no prior experience of it—as well as what liturgy means.




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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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Metropolitans and Bishops

Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas discuss the hierarchical and diocesan distinctions of the Orthodox Church.




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Pentecostalism

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




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Orthodoxy and Yoga

Fr. Brendan and Andja Bjeletich discuss the Orthodox view of Yoga and meditation practices.




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Why Do we Fast?

Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas use the lenten period to discuss the importance of fasting.




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Introduction to the 2019 OCF Podcast

OCF Podcast Student Leader Kassiani Mamalakis introduces the focus and themes of this year's collection of podcasts geared toward Orthodox Christian college students.




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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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Ecumenism

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




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What About the Virgin Mary?

In this episode, Danielle focuses on The Nativity of the Theotokos (Sept. 8th-21st). She tells the story of the Theotokos's birth, looks at some key text from the day's Orthros service, and even invites her dad to sing a little.




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Be Loved: Living Like John the Evangelist & Theologian

How can we see and share love on a college campus? Hear as OCF Student Leadership Board members share their thoughts about love. Danielle brings it all together with a discussion of "the disciple whom Jesus loved", the holy Apostle and Evangelist John.




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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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Reflective

In this episode, Danielle talks about her intentions to carry out her "word of the year".




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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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Surviving College - Part 1

In today's kick-off episode, we listen to part one of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. We also peek into OCF's future and go over our dreams for the podcast and how you can dream with us. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission of the band.




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Surviving College - Part 2

In today's episode, we listen to part two of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot, used by permission.




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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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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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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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CrossRoad Roundtable, Part 1

In Part 1 of this two part series, Danielle and her fellow CrossRoaders reflect on who they were as Orthodox Christian high school students four years ago, their mindset going into CrossRoad, and what they gained from their CrossRoad experience. CrossRoad is a ten-day academic summer institute that prepares high school juniors and seniors to make big life decisions and invites them to connect with the Orthodox Christian theological and spiritual tradition in a deep and meaningful way.




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CrossRoad Roundtable, Part 2

In this episode, Danielle continues her conversation from last week with six of her fellow CrossRoaders. From this 10 day institute, they discuss how CrossRoad opened up a new means of wrestling with deep questions and how this new skill has affected them in their lives post-CrossRoad.




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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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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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Words of Advice for the Class of 2022, with Dn. Michael Hyatt

In her final episode as OCF’s Podcast Student Leader, Danielle was joined with Dn. Michael Hyatt. In their conversation about starting a new chapter, they discuss themes of work-life balance, boundaries, priorities, and authenticity. Congratulations to the Class of 2022!




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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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Formation of the New Testament Canon

Fr. Evan provides a short history and spiritual biography of the New Testament canon.




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Introduction to Mark

Fr. Evan makes some introductory remarks on the Gospel of Mark




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Canon of the New Testament and Authorship of the Gospel of Mark

Fr. Evan discusses the formation of the New Testament canon and the authorship of the Gospel of Mark.