In this episode the "father of humanism," Francesco Petrarch, broods over his sense of guilt and despair, seeking a new path for Western Christendom known as the saeculum, or "secular."

Fr John reflects on Dr. Peter Bouteneff’s podcast concerning “Post-Episcopalian Stress Disorder,” and suggests a course-correction.

Consider how the prophet Isaiah and the sage ben Sirach help us to understand more about the gospel’s teaching on forgiveness, and St. Paul’s words on living the attentive life of ascesis. Why should we ask forgiveness of those whom we think we haven’t even hurt—because our sins hurt everyone in the body of Christ!

The “unnecessary” stories of the three youths (in Daniel 3 and The Song of Azariah) and of St. Joseph, husband of the Theotokos (Matthew 1) are illumined by God’s care for the humble in Deuteronomy 10:14-21.

Everything we do that has spiritual meaning should happen within the Church.

Dn. Michael Hyatt continues his class series entitled "This Present Moment: Practicing Orthodox Spirituality in an Age of Distraction." Based on the book by Dr. Nicole Roccas—Time and Despondency—he defines despondency and differentiates it from depression.

Dn. Michael Hyatt shares some very valuable and practical insight into the need for and practice of prayer. He is teaching through the book by Dr. Nicole Roccas Time and Despondency and this is lesson 5.

Dn. Michael Hyatt begins his look at Chapter 7 of Time and Despondency written by Dr. Nicole Roccas. What are the steps available to us to combat despondency?

Dn. Michael Hyatt begins continues his look at Chapter 7 of Time and Despondency written by Dr. Nicole Roccas. What are the steps available to us to combat despondency? He shares two more in this episode: gratitude and confession/community.

Dn. Michael Hyatt begins continues his look at chapter seven of Time and Despondency written by Dr. Nicole Roccas. What are the steps available to us to combat despondency? He shares the last two in this episode: Labor/Leisure and Humor.

Domingo 16 de Febrero Pd. Nicolás predico sobre el arrepentimiento sin desesperación. No es bastante a conocer sus pecados pero cada uno tiene que tener esperanza en la misericordia del Señor. Lucas 15:11-32 Sunday February 16 Fr. Nicholas preached about repentance without despair. It is not enough to know your sins but everyone has to have hope in the mercy of the Lord. Luke 15:11-32

Domingo 9 de Marzo Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre la importancia de respetar el Señor y todo su creación. Vamos a recordar tambien el respeto que tenemos para los iconos santos. Hebreos 12:1-10 Sunday 9 of March Fr. Nicholas preached about the importance of respecting the Lord and all of his creation. Let us remember also the respect we have for the holy icons. Hebrews 12:1-10

Domingo 11 de Mayo Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como el amor para Dios puede dar nos la fuerza para evitar parálisis del espíritu. Hechos 9:33-42 Sunday May 11 Fr. Nicholas preached about how the love for God can give us the strength to avoid spiritual paralysis. Acts 9:33-42

Domingo 21 de Septiembre Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre el sacrificio de Dios y como nosotros podemos seguir Su ejemplo y haga sacrificio en nuestras propias vidas. Pd. Nicolás usó el ejemplo como nosotros sacrifica cuando escuchamos a otros. (Evangelio de San Juan Capitula 19) Sunday September 21 Fr. Nicholas preached about the sacrifice of God and how we can follow His example and make our own sacrifices in our lives. Fr. Nicholas used the example of how we sacrifice when we listen to others. (Gospel according to John Chapter 19)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre todos las oportunidades que el Espíritu nos da. Unas oportunidades son a ser feliz, a tener amor, y a festejar que tenemos hoy. (Hechos 11:19-26, 29-30) Fr. Nicholas preached about the many opportunities that the Holy Spirit gives us. A opportunity to be happy, to feel love, and to celebrate what we have today. (Acts 11:19-26, 29-30)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que sabemos algo grande viene porque estamos preparando. (Lucas 5:1-11) Fr. Nicholas preached about we know that something is coming because we are preparing ourselves. (Luke 5:1-11)

Padre Nicholas predicó sobre como nuestras alas espirituales nos lleva a Dios. Vamos a madura en el Señor dejando todas las preocupaciones del mundo y fortalecido por la Palabra de Dios. Juan 4:5-42 Fr. Nicholas preached on how our spiritual wings bring us to God. Let us mature in the Lord, leaving all the worries of the world behind and being fueled by God´s Word. John 4:5-42

Carta: Gal 1: 11-19, Evangelio Lc 8: 41-56 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre el premio celestial. Letter: Gal 1: 11-19, Gospel: Lk 8: 41-56 Father Nicholas preached about the heavenly prize.

Carta: Ef 2: 14-22, Evangelio Lc 10: 25-37 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre llenarnos con el Espíritu de Dios y rechazar la maldad. Letter: Ef 2: 14-22, Gospel: Lk 10: 25-37 Father Nicholas preached about filling us with the Spirit of God and rejecting evil.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre rechazar el espiritu de la mentira y buscar y aceptar al Espíritu de Dios. Father Nicolás preached on rejecting the spirit of lies and seeking and accepting the Spirit of God.

El Padre Nicolás predicó cómo luchar para vivir la vida del Espíritu. Father Nicolás preached how to fight to live the life of the Spirit.

Today's episode is taken from Molly's piece as a guest blog on The Orthodox Mama. With her eyes on the saints and years of raising her four children, Molly offers three big lessons she's learned about motherhood.

Fr. Apostolos Hill delivers a timely message of hope in the Gospel during this time.

Fr. Apostolos Hill discusses the book "God and the Pandemic' by Anglican bishop N.T. Wright. This book, as Fr. Apostolos notes, is written for us to consider the Christian response to this crisis as one of lamentation.

Bishops and priests are most accountable before God for the state of the church. But Fr Thomas reminds us that all of us share responsibility for our church communities and gives practical advice on how to remain faithful and focused.

Listen as Fr. Tom shows from the Scriptures how the only response to the truth is to be crucified to the world.

A sermon on the Feast of the Entry of Christ into the Temple.

Fr. Christopher says the Feast of the Annunciation marks the entrance of God, physically, into history, when He took upon Himself our human nature.

Bobby Maddex interviews Dr. Nicole Roccas, the author of the new AFP book Time and Despondency: Regaining the Present in Faith and Life.

Today, Dr. Rossi distinguishes between despondency and depression and helps us recognize and deal with it so we can be a healing presence to others.

Dr. Albert Rossi continues his reflections on the profound statement by St. Silouan the Athonite, "Keep your mind in hell and despair not."

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the profound statement by St. Silouan the Athonite, "Keep your mind in hell and despair not."

Learn about the first response team from IOCC to the flood ravaged areas of the midwest as we talk with Fr. Haralambos (Bob) Fox who is on assignment in Cedar Rapids, IA. To support the IOCC flood relief effort, go to their WEBSITE.

Bobby Maddex interviews Fr. Stephen Kaznica, priest at Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Passaic, New Jersey, about the church's historic Hierarchical Triumph of Orthodoxy Vespers that will take place on March 4, 2012.

Ten years ago, four Orthodox Christians made history riding their bikes cross country to raise awareness and funds for the worldwide humanitarian work of International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC). Bobby Maddex interviews the lead rider of that trip, Jim Angelus, who will begin an attempt to repeat this feat on June 25 in honor of IOCC's 20th anniversary.

On this special edition of Ancient Faith Presents, Fr. Evan Armatas, Priest at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Loveland, Colorado, and the host of the live call-in program Orthodoxy Live, speaks at a Clean Monday Retreat at St. Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in Greenwood Village. The title of his talk is “God’s Call and Our Response.”

Dr. Nicole Roccas shares some thoughts on time and despondency that are particularly relevant to this Lenten season.

Bobby Maddex interviews Benedict Sheehan and Lydia Given about Benedict's new composition out on Capella Records, simply titled, "Vespers". Together they discuss the creative process, inspiration, and development of this beautiful project as well as a unique perspective on American Orthodox music. Listeners can learn more and find links to purchase or stream the album at the Capella Romana website.

The Christian life is one of effort. Faith in Christ is not something that simply can be attached to a secular lifestyle. In this homily preached in 2008, Fr. Pat reflects upon Ephesians 4:1-6.

As Holy Week begins, Fr. Philip gives the hopeful perspective.

Watch as Rory McIlroy makes a birdie despite snapping his club head on an approach shot during his first round at the PGA Championship at Wentworth.

Gareth Anscombe insists Wales have the talent to beat Australia and avoid their longest losing streak.

Bafta changes its rules for people who are convicted of a crime, but they won't apply to past winners.