Fr. Evan answers caller questions about the Old Testament readings of Great Lent, the reason for leavened bread, an ethic for the treatment of animals, whether there is a moral imperative to get the vaccine, calendar issues in the Church, culturally inclusive parishes, whether the West and the East will ever commemorate Easter together, and why the Orthodox do not celebrate the Sabbath.

Fr. Evan gives explanations for Jesus saying “ my God why have you forsaken me “ and what the purpose and meaning is of The Ladder. The idea of a personal God and how to keep struggling through the Lenten fast s and why the canons of the church allow only one Divine Liturgy per day.

Fr. Evan discusses the lives of the saints, the ascetic life in a domestic setting, how to pray for our loved ones even though they may not want our prayers, confession by phone call, and more!

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.

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.

Fr. Evan shares advice on how to keep pride from entering in. Explains the different parts of the Divine Liturgy and why it is an "open" Liturgy. He gives advice on praying for non-Orthodox departed and gives helpful tips on developing a prayer rule.

Fr. Evan discusses the Church's approach to creationism. What does the Church say about cremation. Fr.Evan shares wisdom for a newly crismated individual struggling with response from family and friends. And Fr. Evan provides explanation of the reading from the book of Acts 13.

Fr. Evan returns after his sabbatical and answers questions about non-Orthodox loved ones as well as the book of the Revelation.

Fr. Evan answers questions about the upcoming Connect Conference, evening prayers, Jerusalem, and more!

Fr. Evan answers questions about heaven, how to dispose of Orthodox catalogues that feature icons, and more!

Fr. Evan answers email questions and has a prolonged conversation with a Protestant listener about the Orthodox view of salvation.

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

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.

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.

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

Fr. Evan is joined by his special guest author Jean Hoefling. He answers questions from callers regarding angels, why do Orthodox Christians wear wedding bands on their right hand, is there a specific rule on which hand our prayer rope should be worn. What does it mean for us to pray to the Theotokos.

Fr. Evan answers questions from his listeners during his live call-in show. What is the status between the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches. How does the Orthodox Church view Free Mason belief structure. The book of Acts and speaking in tongues and how to navigate through the vast opinions on Orthodox theology on the internet.

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.

Fr. Evan answers call in questions on why Adam and Eve were created separate from each other. What does Orthodoxy say about the doctrine on atonement theology. About specific prayers for specific situations or life events. Are there lists and duties in the relationship between godparent and godchild.

Fr.Evan gives an explanation for what is meant by when in scripture it says "until Joseph knew her (Mary) Matt. 1:1-25. He answers a caller question on the history behind the Filioque and, explains the process of catechesis and baptism.

Fr. Evan encourages his listeners to consider having their homes blessed. He explains the practice of praying for the departed and the tradition behind serving koliva. He answers a caller question regarding who is allowed in church and, what is the relationship between the heart and the mind

Fr. Evan answers many email and caller questions such as; the difference between worshiping God and veneration of icons, saints, crosses etc. Why are babies brought behind the altar after baptism and who is allowed behind the altar. What happens with the Eucharist if it lands on the communion cloth or floor. The use of the Jesus prayer and, what is the nature of the Church in regard to the confession of the Nicene Creed.

Fr. Evan takes caller questions - how do we communicate our questions and concerns to our hierarchy. Guidance on raising children spiritually, especially during Lent. Fr. Evan esplains the use of melody as art in Orthodox worship. How do we Orthodox christians embrace the Great Commission

When approaching Orthodoxy, does it require a change of mind? What does the Great Commission mean for Orthodox Christians. Why do women in some churches wear head coverings ? How to discern advice from monastics. Fr. Evan explains the tradition and practice of a house blessing.

Another night of non-stop calls as Fr. Evan Armatas fielded questions about funerals, non-Orthodox relationships, what Church Fathers to read, sharing our faith, and more!

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

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.

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. The program streams live, with listener call-ins from around the world, each Sunday (with the exception of. the 5th Sunday of. the month) at 8:00 PM Eastern/5:00 PM Pacific on Ancient Faith Radio’s Talk Station.

Fr. Evan answers live call-in questions regarding correct protocol and edict on visiting a monastery. Patty from Panagia Pantry Ministry in Ecuador call in to chat with Fr. Evan. A convert from Catholicism to Orthodoxy asks question regarding the apparitions of Mary and how the Orthodoxy Church responds. What is the connection between righteousness and confession.

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

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.

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.

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".

Fr. Evan is back after a bout with covid. He took a question about our Lord's descent into Hades, got an update on a missionary project in Ecuador, addressed an email question about the role of the sun, moon, and stars on our lives as Christians, and took a call from a listener inquiry about the word "mystery".

Fr. Evan gives an explanation of the icon of Pentecost. What is the theological view on the rapture. How do we re-enter into the church when we have fallen away from the practice of entering into the life of the church.

Fr. Evan explains what free will is and how it effects our lives. Does the fall bring morality to all of creation. How does the Orthodox Church understand nationality.

A caller asks Fr. Evans advice on what it might look like to start up a new parish in their area. What happens at the time of our falling asleep in the Lord and, what is the 40 days after about. A caller asks Fr. Evan to comment on why any Christian would embrace any kind of violence and Fr. Evan gives advice on grandchildren and thier baptism.

Tonight Fr. Evan gives practical and simple advice on ways to connect with the larger Orthodox community. Answers question on written prayers vs expontaneous prayers; the role of women in the Orthodox Church and how the church sees humility vs low self esteem.

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

Tonight Fr. Evan takes a question from a 6yr old caller asking why God created Adam from the dirt. Also, where does the custom of crossing our arms over our chest when taking the Eucharist. When lighting a candle in Church, is there a particular prayer we should be saying ?And how does one balance the preparedness for and frequency of receiving the Holy Eucharist.

Where is the bases of forgiveness found? Why do we begin the liturgical year in September. A caller shares his experience of reading the hours. What does a priest mean when he response to the falling asleep of a loved one when saying, ' may God forgive her/him'?. A caller asking guidance on understanding a true call to the priesthood.

An eclectic list of questions for Fr. Evan. An email about finding other Orthodox singles, calls about the salvation of our pets, teaching alms giving to our children, the nature of Christ is the trinity, and Psalm 103 - are we created after we die? Another interesting episode of Orthodoxy Live!

rthodoxy 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.

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.

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.

Fr. Evan explains the meaning of the flood account found in the old testament. A listener asks why we do not wear a yamaka and why or why not one might wear a head covering. Fr. Evan discusses what the Orthodox Church process of ordination to the priesthood looks like.

Tonight Fr. Evan answers caller questions including on if Christ's body in heaven bares the nail marks in His hands as well as, the spear mark in His side as depicted on the icon of the Ascension. Does Christ in heaven still contain His humanity? Anonymous caller asking Fr. Evan how one knows when we have truly forgiven those who have caused much person trauma. What does Orthodoxy have to offer for those seeking faith but have experienced much frustration within the Church.

Fr. Evan Answers caller questions on why would the curtain of the royal doors of the iconostasis open and close more frequently at a monestary chapel at the Divine Liturgy. Is there an appropriate way to share the Orthodox faith while overseas? Fr. Evan provides a brief history of how and why the Orthodox study bible came to be in existence and much more.

Listen to Fr. Evan answer caller questions on tonights episode on how we properly dispose of materials with icons on them and old bibles, etc. The process of becoming a catechemenate and how to chose our patron saint. How does the Orthodox Church make sense of the commandment of no graven images. And what is the definition of heresy in the Orthodox Church

Join Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas as he celebrates his 10th Anniversary with special guests and greetings! Orthodoxy Live 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.