¿Es la iglesia ortodoxa Católica? También en estos días otra duda que surge sobre la iglesia ortodoxa es si es cristiana. Conocemos que en estos días tenemos cerca de 3,000 organizaciones que se consideran como cristianos. Vamos a considerar un momento lo que nos enseña la historia y como entendemos nuestra parte. Is the Orthodox Church Catholic? Also, these days another doubt arises about whether the Orthodox Church is even Christian. We are aware that in these days there exist approximately 3,000 organizations that consider themselves Christians. Let us consider for a moment what history teaches us and how we understand our place.

Una entrevista inspiradora con el Padre Jesús Ruiz Munilla, un sacerdote con la Iglesia Ortodoxa de Antioquia en México. Padre Jesús también comparte con nosotros algo de la historia y el trabajo de la Iglesia Ortodoxa en México y América Latina. An inspirational interview with Fr. Jesús Ruiz Munilla, a Priest with the Antiochian Orthodox Church in Mexico. Fr. Jesús also shares with us about the history and work of the Orthodox Church in Mexico and Latin America.

On the feast of the Circumcision of Christ, Fr. Andrew talks about the New Covenant made in Christ and how Christians participate in it.

In his Nativity sermon, Fr. Andrew discusses how negative experiences at Christmas reveal the feast's true purpose.

The man who brings his son with seizures to Jesus tells Him that the boy is a lunatic, that he is being controlled by the moon. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick asks, do we act like lunatics ourselves? Do we have to?

Dan and his guests discuss the process of preparing for life on the other side of the diploma.

At the mid-point of Great Lent, the Church inspires our efforts with Christ's Holy Cross. Matthew uses this opportunity to reflect on our own crosses.

Fr. John Oliver shares the story of the reclamation of a church after the end of the Soviet era, reminding us that "we walk by faith, and not by sight."

Fr. Joseph interviews the Development Director, Presbytera Shyla Hadzellis and her husband, Fr. Nicholas, about OCF and their presence at the recent GOA Clergy-Laity Congress held in Atlanta, Georgia.

The audio version of the book, "We Came, We Saw, We Converted: The Lighter Side of Orthodoxy in America" is the perfect gift for that special someone (you know, the one who's hard to buy for, and you might as well get them something for free!). Fr. Joseph is giving away free copies to those who send him their funniest Christmas Story—listen closely to this encore (re-gifted?) episode, "The Ghost of Past Christmas Presents" for details on how to win your free audio book download!

Fr. Joseph was with Fr John Salem and the good folks at St Elijah Antiochian Orthodox Church, Oklahoma City, the fourth week of Lent. Here's a short excerpt from the two-day retreat.

In this episode, Fr. Anthony and Fr. Gregory Jensen talk about some of the themes in St. John Chrysostom's On the Priesthood. Enjoy the show!

In this episode, Fr. Anthony talks with theologian and professor Carrie Frederick Frost about her book, Maternal Body: A Theology of Incarnation from the Christian East (Paulist Press, 2019). She shares what it was like to study with Vigen Guroian, her thoughts on why the book elicits such varying (and emotional) reactions, as well as some of the theological lessons we can learn from each of the stages of motherhood from conception through weaning. Along the way, they talk about the process of discernment and what to do (and not do!) when the Church teaches us or does things that trouble us. Like her mentor, Professor Frost makes full use of Orthodox hymnography, iconography, service texts, and personal experience in her work. Enjoy the show!

Fr. Anthony talks with Fr. Harry Linsinbigler, the Canonist for the UOC-USA, about how priests should prepare for confession, the role of penance in confession, the importance of protecting the confidentiality ("seal") or confession, and what needs to happen when that confidentiality is broken. It's an important but difficult subject and we look forward to your questions and comments.

Elissa is teaching middle schoolers this year at Sunday school, and she will be using the film The Butterfly Circus as the grounding image.

Fr. Michael shares his reflections from Abbess Thaisia: An Autobiography. Visit his blog.

Fr. Michael shares his thoughts about how Christians can respond to violence in our world. "One cannot help being deeply troubled by the latest wave of persecution against Christians perpetrated by the ISIS movement. It is a terrible situation that demands from Christians everywhere some sort of response. To do nothing seems intolerable. We feel we must respond, but how?"

Fr. John explores what could be called the catacomb culture of the Church in relation to the Roman Empire.

In this special edition of Lord, Send Me, Fr. John Parker sits down with best-selling author and pastor Rick Warren. They talk about Orthodoxy, evangelism, and the current state of the Evangelical movement.

Fr. Josiah Trenham speaks about the connection between church building consecration and people consecration at a clergy retreat for the Carolina Deanery of the Orthodox Church in America.

Fr. John speaks with Metropolitan Jonah of the Orthodox Church in Uganda. They speak about the Church in Uganda, and how the faith has spread in Africa.

Dr. Edith Humphrey considers the Judges’ parable of the bramble and the trees, and the most famous of the Servant Songs of Isaiah, to illuminate the godly vs. self-seeking ambition, and the New Testament readings for this week.

What do the martyrdom of John the Forerunner and the weakness of Herod have to say to twenty-first century North American Christians? Explore the implications of John’s beheading and St. Paul’s description of the Forerunner, with the help of Psalm 2 and Malachi 4.

Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "Conclusion – Righteous Joseph and A Child is Born in Bethlehem," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

18. Book 1: The Dormition of the Theotokos from the series The Twelve Great Feasts for Children by Sister Elayne, now Mother Melania (Conciliar Press, 2004) Book 2: Snuggles: The Bunny who Helped Me Find God by Myra T. Johnson (Conciliar Press, 2007) Book 3: To Plant a Cross: The Story of Saint Kosmas Aitolos Who Fought a War with Words by Angeline Eliakopoulos, part one (Destro Publishers, 2004: 773 561 2332)

19. Book 1: Silent as a Stone: Mother Maria of Paris and the Trash Can Rescue by Jim Forest (St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, 2007) Book 2: To Plant a Cross: The Story of Saint Kosmas Aitolos Who Fought a War with Words by Angeline Eliakopoulos, part two, chapter 4 (Destro Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 2004, (773) 561 2332)

20. Book 1: Daniel and the Lion by Claire Brandenburg (Conciliar Press, 2002) Book 2: To Plant a Cross: The Story of Saint Kosmas Aitolos Who Fought a War with Words by Angeline Eliakopoulos, part three, chapters 5-7 (Destro Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 2004 773-561-2332).

21. Book 1: The Nativity of the Theotokos from the series The Twelve Great Feasts for Children by Sister Elayne, now Mother Melania (Conciliar Press, 2003) Book 2: My Orthodox Counting Book: A Multi Cultural Way to Stimulate Curiosity About Faith by Maria Khoury (CDK Publications) Book 3: To Plant a Cross: The Story of Saint Kosmas Aitolos who Fought a War with Words by Angeline Eliakopoulos, part four and final installment, chapters 8-9 (Destro Publishers, Chicago, Illinois , 2004 - 773-561-2332)

Fr. Ted addresses the importance of the Church's Ecumenical Councils.

The cross is a symbol of how we should live our lives.

Fr. Ted discusses St. Nicholas.

Fr. Ted calls us to the difficult task of taking up our cross and following Jesus daily.

Fr. Theodore Paraskevopoulos explains the Triodion season and the significance of the Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee for us all.

Fr. Theodore Paraskevopoulos speaks about the most important call for us in this life.

Today Kevin's guest host on the program is Father Steve Tsichlis, Senior Pastor of Saint Paul's Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine, California. Fr Steve's special guest for this exclusive Illumined Heart interview is His Eminence, Metropolitan KALLISTOS [Ware]. Their topic is: UNDERSTANDING THE SACRAMENTS. Saint Paul’s recently hosted His Eminence, Metropolitan KALLISTOS to Southern California, for a two-day, packed-house seminar to the general public titled, “Drawing Closer to the Savior: The Sacramental Life”. CD’s of this seminar are available for purchase by calling St Paul’s Church Office at 949.733.2366. You can also contact them on St Pauls’ website: www.stpaulsirvine.org.

In this debut episode, Fr. Chad has a fascinating discussion with Bishop Hilarion about ecumenical dialogues between Anglicans, Catholics, and Orthodox.

On January 30, 2017, Dr. Lewis Patsavos delivered the 34th Annual Father Alexander Schmemann Memorial Lecture on the topic Reflections of a Canonist. He urged a holistic approach to the study of the church canons and a living application of them in the 21st century.

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como la Fiesta de la Navidad no termina en un día pero vamos a seguir la celebración y cada día de nuestro vida gocemos las bendiciones que tenemos. (Gálatas 1:11-19) Fr. Nicholas preached about how the feast of Christmas does not end in just one day but let us continue the celebration and everyday of our lives let us celebrate the blessings that we have. (Galatians 1:11-19

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la importancia de limpiar nuestros pensamientos y corazones para saber bien que es la voluntad de Dios. (Filipenses. 2:5-11) Fr. Nicholas preached about the importance of cleansing our minds and hearts in order to know with clarity the will of God. (Philippians 2:5-11)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la voluntad de Dios y como el Señor nos envía cambios a nuestras vidas para ayudarnos a crecer en su gracia. (Hechos 6) Fr. Nicholas preached about the will of God and how the Lord sends us changes in order to help us grow in His grace. (Acts 6)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la voluntad de Dios y como el Señor nos envía cambios a nuestras vidas para ayudarnos a crecer en su gracia. (Hechos 6) Fr. Nicholas preached about the will of God and how the Lord sends us changes in order to help us grow in His grace. (Acts 6)

Padre Nicolás predicó que una fe con dudas es una fe que crece. Una fe fuerte va siempre a tener preguntas para conocer Dios mas y aumentar nuestra fuerza espiritual. (Hebreos 11:24-40) Fr. Nicholas preached that a faith with doubts is a faith that grows. A strong faith always has questions in order to know God more and increase our spiritual strength. (Hebrews 11:24-40)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que debemos llenar nuestras vidas con personas quien nos va a santificar. Debemos evitar las personas que nos trae negatividad a nuestras vidas. (Romanos 2:10-16) Fr. Nicholas preached about how we should fill our lives with people who will sanctify us. We should avoid the people why bring negativity to our lives. (Romans 2:10-16)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que Dios nos lleva a el lugar en donde vamos a estar sanados. Pero para llegar a este lugar, también necesitamos a hacer nuestro parte. (Mateo 9:27-35) Fr. Nicholas preached about how God takes us to the place where we will be healed. But to reach this place, we must also do our part. (Matthew 9:27-35)

Padre Nicholas predica que ocupamos a mantener la calma, y enfocarnos en Dios. Si hacemos eso, vamos a recibir un premio grandísimo. Mateo 10:32-38 Fr. Nicholas preached on how we should keep calm, and focus on God. If we do this, we will receive a grand prize. Matthew 10:32-38

Carta: Gal 6: 11-18, Evangelio Jn 3:13-17 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre el misterio de la cruz y la salvación. Sunday September 9, 2018 Letter: Gal 6: 11-18, Gospel: Jn 3:13-17 Father Nicholas preached about the mystery of the cross and salvation.

In this podcast Steve gives a simple way to get to know someone quickly: take them out for dinner. He discusses how both CEO's of international corporations and the scriptures tell us that how people treat waiters and waitresses says volumes about their personality, ethics and spiritual life.

Dn. Mark Barna concludes his podcast on rediscovering ancient Christian burial customs for the modern world with this 66-minute introduction to his all-day workshop on the topic.

It's called the Agape meal because that is where we are challenged to live what we have experienced in the liturgy.

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