Do All Dogs Really Go to Heaven?
Our pets are beloved household companions. What does Orthodox Christianity teach about animals and the Kingdom of God?
Feb 19, 2025
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Do All Dogs Really Go to Heaven?
Our pets are beloved household companions. What does Orthodox Christianity teach about animals and the Kingdom of God?
Feb 19, 2025
The Poison of the Trans Ideology
How did the idea of gender transitioning become so commonplace in our time, and what is the Orthodox Church's teaching on gender? Fr. Tom takes on this topic of much discussion this week.
Feb 13, 2025
The Poison of the Trans Ideology
How did the idea of gender transitioning become so commonplace in our time, and what is the Orthodox Church's teaching on gender? Fr. Tom takes on this topic of much discussion this week.
Feb 13, 2025
Does Orthodoxy Allow Three Marriages?
Is the Orthodox Church too permissive when it comes to divorce and remarriage?
Feb 04, 2025
Does Orthodoxy Allow Three Marriages?
Is the Orthodox Church too permissive when it comes to divorce and remarriage?
Feb 04, 2025
Can the Famous be Faithful Christians?
In the advent of Kat Von D's move towards Orthodoxy, alternative rock vocalist, Lacey Sturm, discusses the surprising movement to Traditional Christianity for a growing number of non-traditional performing artists and personalities.
Jan 29, 2025
Can the Famous be Faithful Christians?
In the advent of Kat Von D's move towards Orthodoxy, alternative rock vocalist, Lacey Sturm, discusses the surprising movement to Traditional Christianity for a growing number of non-traditional performing artists and personalities.
Jan 29, 2025
SPECIAL ADDITION: Remembering +Archbishop Anastasios
We remember the life of one of the most influential Orthodox leaders of the 20th century, +Archbishop Anastasios. Through his unwavering zeal for Orthodox missions, he was a profound example of faithfulness and love for the entire world. Missionary Nathan Hoppe joins Fr. Tom as a guest. Memory Eternal!
Jan 28, 2025
SPECIAL ADDITION: Remembering +Archbishop Anastasios
We remember the life of one of the most influential Orthodox leaders of the 20th century, +Archbishop Anastasios. Through his unwavering zeal for Orthodox missions, he was a profound example of faithfulness and love for the entire world. Missionary Nathan Hoppe joins Fr. Tom as a guest. Memory Eternal!
Jan 28, 2025
Is Orthodoxy too "Eastern" for the U.S.?
Americans are noticing growing interest in Orthodoxy, but not everyone is happy about it. Protestant online apologists are saying that Orthodoxy doesn't fit Western culture and people are just attracted to the Church's aesthetics.
Jan 22, 2025
Is Orthodoxy too "Eastern" for the U.S.?
Americans are noticing growing interest in Orthodoxy, but not everyone is happy about it. Protestant online apologists are saying that Orthodoxy doesn't fit Western culture and people are just attracted to the Church's aesthetics.
Jan 22, 2025
Did the Early Church Really Not Have Worship Services?
The idea that liturgical worship is foreign to the early church isn't a new claim. However, a new series of videos claim that early Christians gathered to meet, but not to worship.
Jan 08, 2025
Did the Early Church Really Not Have Worship Services?
The idea that liturgical worship is foreign to the early church isn't a new claim. However, a new series of videos claim that early Christians gathered to meet, but not to worship.
Jan 08, 2025
Is Praying to the Saints Necromancy?
Orthodox Christians pray to the Saints to ask their intercession before God. Some dismiss the practice as communicating with the dead. What's the truth from the Scriptures and Tradition?
Dec 18, 2024
Is Praying to the Saints Necromancy?
Orthodox Christians pray to the Saints to ask their intercession before God. Some dismiss the practice as communicating with the dead. What's the truth from the Scriptures and Tradition?
Dec 18, 2024
The Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad?
This Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad? • Parishes around the United States are seeing an unprecedented number of inquirers and converts. The secular press is noting the movement and the online apologists of various religions are fighting back. What's really going on here and where is all this headed?
Dec 11, 2024
The Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad?
This Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad? • Parishes around the United States are seeing an unprecedented number of inquirers and converts. The secular press is noting the movement and the online apologists of various religions are fighting back. What's really going on here and where is all this headed?
Dec 11, 2024
Is Orthodox Christianity Exclusionary Divisive?
Maintaining Christian unity has been a problem since the time of the Apostles. Moreso, in the modem age, traditional Christianity is decried as intolerant. What's the truth about Orthodoxy?
Dec 04, 2024
Is Orthodox Christianity Exclusionary Divisive?
Maintaining Christian unity has been a problem since the time of the Apostles. Moreso, in the modem age, traditional Christianity is decried as intolerant. What's the truth about Orthodoxy?
Dec 04, 2024
What Are You Thankful For?
The American holiday of Thanksgiving is upon us. What things are you thankful to God for? Share your thoughts with us!
Nov 27, 2024
What Are You Thankful For?
The American holiday of Thanksgiving is upon us. What things are you thankful to God for? Share your thoughts with us!
Nov 27, 2024
Christian Nationalism?
Some are concerned about an American movement called Christian Nationalism. How should we react to it as Orthodox Christians?
Nov 20, 2024
Christian Nationalism?
Some are concerned about an American movement called Christian Nationalism. How should we react to it as Orthodox Christians?
Nov 20, 2024
Reproductive Technologies: Are We Playing God?
What are the ethical and religious issues around technologies that medically enhance fertility and pregnancy?
Nov 13, 2024
Reproductive Technologies: Are We Playing God?
What are the ethical and religious issues around technologies that medically enhance fertility and pregnancy?
Nov 13, 2024
Do Politics Hold Any Value for Orthodox Christians?
Election Day Special! • Should Orthodox Christians be concerned with politics? Where is the dividing line between politics and religion?
Nov 06, 2024
Do Politics Hold Any Value for Orthodox Christians?
Election Day Special! • Should Orthodox Christians be concerned with politics? Where is the dividing line between politics and religion?
Nov 06, 2024
Can an Orthodox Christian Ever Support Abortion?
Abortion is one of the most divisive issues in America. Are there ever situations where an abortion is acceptable from an Orthodox Christian standpoint? Share your perspective in the live chat on YouTube.
Oct 30, 2024
Can an Orthodox Christian Ever Support Abortion?
Abortion is one of the most divisive issues in America. Are there ever situations where an abortion is acceptable from an Orthodox Christian standpoint? Share your perspective in the live chat on YouTube.
Oct 30, 2024
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