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Caring for People with Dementia

Chaplain Sarah Byrne-Martelli interviews Chaplain Sarah Jabbour from Beacon Hospice on the topic of "Caring for People with Dementia."




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Communication and Alternative Communication: Interview with Dr. Katya Hill - Part 1

Fr. Adrian Budica interviews Dr. Katya Hill - Associate Professor at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh and Executive Director of the AAC Institute and clinic a non-profit organization dedicated to serving individuals who cannot talk. (Part 1 of 2)




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Communication and Alternative Communication: Interview with Dr. Katya Hill - Part 2

Fr. Adrian Budica continues his interview with Dr. Katya Hill - Associate Professor at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh and Executive Director of the AAC Institute and clinic a non-profit organization dedicated to serving individuals who cannot talk. (Part 2 of 2)




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Pediatric Chaplaincy: Interview with Chaplain Elizabeth Hawkins - Part 1

Fr. Adrian Budica interviews Pediatric Chaplain, Elizabeth Hawkins, BCC. Elizabeth is a Board Certified Chaplain and endorsed by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. (Part 1 of 2)




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Pediatric Chaplaincy: Interview with Chaplain Elizabeth Hawkins - Part 2

Fr. Adrian Budica continues his interview with Pediatric Chaplain, Elizabeth Hawkins, BCC. Elizabeth is a Board Certified Chaplain and endorsed by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. (Part 2 of 2)




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Prison Chaplaincy, a Ministry of Powerlessness - Interview with Fr. Richard Rene

Fr. Adrian Budica interviews Fr. Richard Rene on the topic of prison chaplaincy. Fr. Richard Rene is a prison chaplain in British Columbia, Canada.




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Mental Health: An Interview with Beryl Knudsen

Fr. Adrian Budica interviews Beryl Knudsen, a chaplain at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut and a graduate from St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary.




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Interview with Stefan Mastilovic

Fr. Adrian interviews Stefan Mastilovic, who is a seminary student at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY, on his experiences in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).




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Reflections on CPE: Interview with Fr Andrew Honoré

Fr. Adrian interviews Fr. Andrew Honoré on the topic of abandonment and his experiences in CPE.




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Interview with Hieromonk Serafim (Mendoza Segundo)

Aquí le ofrecemos algo mas para compartir en Glorificando a Dios. Comenzaremos con esta primera de lo que esperamos sean más entrevistas ocasionales en el futuro para compartir algo más sobre los acontecimientos de la Iglesia Ortodoxa en América Latina. Esta entrevista es con el Hieromonje Serafín (Mendoza Segundo) en México sobre la Iglesia Ortodoxa y su trabajo misionero en esa región. As an additional offering to Glorifying God, we will begin with this first of many occasional interviews so that we can share something more about the accomplishments of the Orthodox Church in Latin America. The following interview is with Hieromonk Serafim (Mendoza Segundo) in Mexico about the Orthodox Church and his missionary work in that region.




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From General Hospital to the Hospital of Souls:  Interview with Jonathan Jackson

Four-time Emmy award-winner Jonathan Jackson, star of General Hospital and Tuck Everlasting, talks with Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick about his journey into Orthodox Christianity, his family, how he lives his faith as a Hollywood actor, music and writing, on this special episode of Roads From Emmaus.




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Sermon Nov. 18, 2012 (A Spiritually Healthy Relationship with Money)

On this Sunday, Fr. Andrew discusses the question, "Why do we talk about money in church?"




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Baptism Into Data: Orthodox Christian Reflections and Comparisons with Evangelical Evangelism

In this presentation, Fr. Andrew compares the data-centered efforts of Evangelical Protestant Evangelism, with the church-centered efforts of Orthodox Evangelism.




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The Dormition Fast: Waiting with Hope (Sermon Aug. 10, 2014)

On this Sunday before the Feast of the Dormition, Fr. Andrew reflects on the imminent passing of his own mother and what it teaches in the light of the Dormition of the Theotokos.




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The Image of God Made Without Hands (Sermon Aug. 16, 2015)

Fr. Andrew recounts the story of the Icon-Made-Without-Hands and how the image of Christ can shine from us.




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Walking with Luke on the Road to Emmaus (Sermon Oct. 18, 2015)

On this feast of the Apostle Luke, Fr. Andrew highlights his encounter with Jesus on the road to Emmaus and what that means for our own spiritual lives.




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Our Mission is to Act with Faith (Sermon Nov. 6, 2016)

Fr. Andrew contrasts the healing of the woman with the flow of blood with the raising of the daughter of Jairus and discusses what that contrast means for us.




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Why Do We Do Ministry Without God? (Dec. 10, 2017)

Using St. Paul's image of putting on the whole armor of God in wrestling against spiritual powers of darkness, Fr. Andrew applies this to how we do ministry in church and in our own lives.




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There is No Christmas and No Church Without History (Dec. 24, 2017)

With his Christmas Eve sermon, Fr. Andrew emphasizes that history is not just an aspect of the Church but key to the whole Christian Gospel. In his additional commentary, he shares a meditation titled 'Who Shall I Be at Christmas?'




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Engaging with the Non-Orthodox: Reflections with Notes from the Church Fathers

Addressing alumni and seminarians at St. Tikhon's Seminary in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, during the year-opening retreat, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick challenges them to have conversations with the non-Orthodox and not to settle for falling into either polemic or compromise, showing how engagement is instead the traditional Orthodox patristic posture.




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The Sin That Corrupts From Within (Feb. 16, 2020)

On the Sunday of the Prodigal Son, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discusses what sexual immorality does to a person, noting how its devastating corruption is inward and difficult to uproot.




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Sacramental Living with Fr. Paul Abernathy

Fr. Paul Abernathy of FOCUS speaks at OCF's College Conference East about what it actually means to lead a sacramental life. He asks what the word "sacrament" even means and shares personal stories from his ministry at FOCUS about the love and mercy of God.




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Come and See the Living Church with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki

Before we begin to talk about the physical buildings, we must first address the living stones. In his keynote address at College Conference East, Fr. Timothy Hojnicki asks what visitors will actually see when they come to an Orthodox parish.




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Taste and See the Living Church with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki

Part 2 of Fr. Timothy's talk at College Conference East addresses what our life in Christ can look like when we participate in the Church and how we can begin the discussion of talking about the Christ and His Church.




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What does it mean to Come and See with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos

Fr. Panagiotis begins College Conference Midwest's keynote lectures by asking what "Come and See" even means and the transformation that it asks of us.




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Come and See the Liturgy with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos

Father Panagiotis delivers his first keynote lecture about how the divine services can impact us and how the liturgy relates to our personal evangelism




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Come and See the Orthodox Life with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos

Father Panagiotis gives his second College Conference talk about living an Orthodox life and how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving help to form Christians.




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Sacramental Living with Fr. Gabriel Bilas

Fr. Gabriel, priest at St. Mary Magdalene (OCA) in Fenton, MI speaks at College Conference Midwest about how to practically live a sacramental life by dissecting the Church's sacraments and how we draw closer to Christ through them.




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The Journey of Salvation with Fr. Ciprian Sas

Fr. Cyprian Sas of All Saints (GOA) in Peoria, IL, leads College Conference Midwest's final session on the process of salvation, discussing how other faiths might view salvation and how we might speak to those faiths.




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All Stars: Discussing Servant Leadership with Athena Vlamis

"But whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant"- Matthew 20:26 The All-Stars series continues with guest Athena Vlamis, a senior at Kennesaw State University and Georgia District Student Leader for OCF. In this podcast, Tasya and Athena talk about Athena's leadership role in a new Pan-Orthodox initiative, the Connect Conference. The college seniors also discuss servant leadership, using our talents for the glory of God, the role of young adults in the church, the foundation OCF has laid in their lives, the importance of living as an Orthodox in day-to-day life, and more.




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Parish Life (Part 1): Embracing Your Parish—with Michelle Ibrahim

Tasya interviews Michelle Ibrahim, a grad student in theology who recently became the youth director in the same parish where she was raised. Michelle and Tasya talk about the importance of embracing your parish-even when you're a young adult. They discuss the importance of developing strong relationships in the Church, getting involved in the various ministries offered in the Church, but most importantly, maintaining a spiritual life.




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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Nativity Fast with Rita Madden

Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne are joined by Ancient Faith author and podcaster Rita Madden. Rita is the author of the book Food, Faith, and Fasting and offers some practical wisdom as we begin the Nativity fast.




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Coping with Anxiety

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roanne Louh tackle one of the most pervasive maladies facing our society - Anxiety. There were so many questions in the chatroom they couldn't get to them all so they will do a part 2 on February 13, 2018.




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Coping with Difficult Relationships

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh have found that relationship issues are common to all of us and tonight they tackle the problem again. Great interaction on the phone with callers and in the chat room. You don't want to miss this episode.




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Coping With Depression

The chat room was full and the calls were many on this episode as Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh tackle another one of the most wide spread struggles in our society today - depression.




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Coping With Fear

So what are you afraid of? Listen to this practical show with Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh helping us to cope with our fears.




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Coping with Addiction

Another practical hour with Fr. Nick and Presbytera (Dr.) Roxanne Louh addressing the issue of addiction.




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Ten Steps For Coping With Grief

Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh offer help in coping with grief by suggesting these 10 steps: 1. Allow your feelings – through acknowledgement and acceptance without judgement. 2. Challenging Negative Thinking that leads to Guilt and the “what if’s” 3. Manage your expectations of others, rather than letting your expectations of others manage you. 4. Have a support team and use them. 5. Stay active, set small daily goals. 6. Be intentional with caring for your basic needs. 7. Be thinking about your future even if you can’t formulate what it looks like now. Though a part of you died, a part of you still lives. 8. Avoid Absolutes 9. Allow Time to Be Inspired 10. Remain in faith




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Changing The World With Generosity

On this Giving Tuesday 2018, Dr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh lay the groundwork for having a generous spirit.




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Christmas Special with Dr. Jeannie Constantinou

Join Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh as they welcome Dr. Jeannie Constantinou to the show to talk about Christmas and families.




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Coping with Depression

Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh tackle the topic of depression, a potentially life-threatening mood disorder that affects 1 in 6 persons in the United States, or approximately 17.6 million Americans each year.




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Filled With Less - Molly Sabourin

Molly Sabourin joins the Louhs to talk about clutter, stress, and chaos. Molly along with her partners Cynthia Damaskos and Presvytera Stacey Dorrance invite you to experience simplicity, intentionality, and transcendence.




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Inner Beauty with Krista West

Presvytera Krista West join the Louh's to talk about beauty. Beauty in the soul, beauty of person, and beauty in the Church.