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Books Not in the Bible w/ Dr. Nicholas Roumas
Melanie interviews Dr. Nicholas Roumas on his newest book, Stories Not in the Bible: Apocryphal Books from the Orthodox Tradition." They discuss the writing process, the stories themselves (including the …
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Melanie interviews Dr. Nicholas Roumas on his newest book, Stories Not in the Bible: Apocryphal Books from the Orthodox Tradition." They discuss the writing process, the stories themselves (including the Protoevangelium of James!), and where these books fit into our lives. This is the newest book from Ancient Faith Publishing, available at: https://store.ancientfaith.com/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Ministry to Deaf Orthodox Christians (OCDA)
Melanie interviews Savannah Foster, President of the Orthodox Christian Deaf Association (OCDA). They talk about the scope and history of the ministry, the need for deaf accessibility within Orthodoxy, and the …
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Melanie interviews Savannah Foster, President of the Orthodox Christian Deaf Association (OCDA). They talk about the scope and history of the ministry, the need for deaf accessibility within Orthodoxy, and the many ways we can help. Learn more at: https://www.orthodoxchristiandeafassociation.org/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USWe Carry You Still: An Orthodox Miscarriage Ministry
Melanie interviews Kh. Jocelyn Abyad, President of We Carry You Still, a miscarriage and infant loss ministry. They discuss the profound grief of miscarriage, different ways the Church can help, and resources …
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Melanie interviews Kh. Jocelyn Abyad, President of We Carry You Still, a miscarriage and infant loss ministry. They discuss the profound grief of miscarriage, different ways the Church can help, and resources that We Carry You Still provides. Learn more at: https://wecarryyoustill.org/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USDiscussing the State of Orthodox Education Today with Benjamin Lyda
Orthodox Education: Melanie interviews Benjamin Lyda, founder of the writing curriculum "Scriptorium Writing" and co-host of the Saint Nektarios Orthodox Educators Conference. They talk about modern education …
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Orthodox Education: Melanie interviews Benjamin Lyda, founder of the writing curriculum "Scriptorium Writing" and co-host of the Saint Nektarios Orthodox Educators Conference. They talk about modern education, why Orthodox education matters for the family, and the scope and registration of the conference (November 6-7, 2026). Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USSteve Robinson and Bill Gould Reunite!
Melanie interviews Steve Robinson and Bill Gould, co-hosts of Ancient Faith Radio's legacy podcast, "Our Life in Christ." They discuss the background of the podcast, it's purpose, and their exciting 25 year …
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Melanie interviews Steve Robinson and Bill Gould, co-hosts of Ancient Faith Radio's legacy podcast, "Our Life in Christ." They discuss the background of the podcast, it's purpose, and their exciting 25 year reunion coming up soon. See more information at: https://www.orthodoxpatrick.org/afr Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USFinding St. Yakov of Alaska
Melanie interviews Fr. Herman Belt of the OCA Diocese of Alaska, who is leading a search for the relics of St. Yakov of Alaska. Fr. Herman shares the story of St. Yakov, his importance to Alaskan Orthodox …
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Melanie interviews Fr. Herman Belt of the OCA Diocese of Alaska, who is leading a search for the relics of St. Yakov of Alaska. Fr. Herman shares the story of St. Yakov, his importance to Alaskan Orthodox Christians, and the efforts that have been made to locate the saint's holy relics. Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Meadow in Supraśl, Poland
The Meadow is a residential Orthodox gap year program in Supraśl, Poland, where students study theology, participate in prayer and regular services, and live together alongside the Monastery of the …
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The Meadow is a residential Orthodox gap year program in Supraśl, Poland, where students study theology, participate in prayer and regular services, and live together alongside the Monastery of the Annunciation. Melanie interviews Director Archdeacon Joseph Matusiak and Project Coordinator Sophia Chiriac about the program. Find more information HERE: https://suprasl.org/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Island and Saint Aidan
Melanie interviews Brandi Willis Schreiber, author of Ancient Faith Kids' newest book, The Island and Saint Aidan. They discuss the writing process and the book's inspiration and themes. Music License: Friends …
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Melanie interviews Brandi Willis Schreiber, author of Ancient Faith Kids' newest book, The Island and Saint Aidan. They discuss the writing process and the book's inspiration and themes. Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USElizabeth: Princess, Abbess, Saint
Melanie interviews Dr. Mary Ford and Ruth Sanderson, author and illustrator of Ancient Faith Kids' newest publication: Elizabeth: Princess, Abbess, Saint. They discuss the life of St. Elizabeth and how this …
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Melanie interviews Dr. Mary Ford and Ruth Sanderson, author and illustrator of Ancient Faith Kids' newest publication: Elizabeth: Princess, Abbess, Saint. They discuss the life of St. Elizabeth and how this beautiful book came to be. Find the book here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/elizabeth-princess-abbess-saint/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Orthodox Ministry to Support Clergy Wives
Melanie interviews Mka. Carrie Foley, Director of the Clergy Wives Ministry of the OCA. They talk about the ministry's history and outreach, and discuss the importance of supporting our parishes' clergy wives …
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Melanie interviews Mka. Carrie Foley, Director of the Clergy Wives Ministry of the OCA. They talk about the ministry's history and outreach, and discuss the importance of supporting our parishes' clergy wives. More information can be found at their website: opl.oca.org/programs/clergy-wives-ministry. 0:00 - Intro 0:48 - Meet Mka. Carrie Foley 3:56 - What is the Clergy Wives Ministry? 11:22 - How the ministry began 14:33 - The maturation of Orthodoxy in North America 18:16 - Is the need for clergy family support greater now? 24:35 - Supporting the work that happens behind the scenes 27:27 - The Clergy Wives Retreat 37:34 - Final thoughts 40:41 - Outro Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US"Blinded by Rage" with Fr. Ted Pulcini
Melanie interviews Fr. Ted Pulcini, co-author of Ancient Faith’s new publication, Blinded by Rage: How Anger Keeps Us from Seeing God. They discuss the timely nature of the book, the dangers of anger, and the …
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Melanie interviews Fr. Ted Pulcini, co-author of Ancient Faith’s new publication, Blinded by Rage: How Anger Keeps Us from Seeing God. They discuss the timely nature of the book, the dangers of anger, and the Orthodox antidote. Find "Blinded by Rage" here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/blinded-by-rage-how-anger-keeps-us-from-seeing-god/ 0:00 - Introduction 1:31 - Fr. Ted's background 8:50 - Motivation to write "Blinded by Rage" 14:49 - Working with Oswin (John) Craton 16:40 - The teaching on anger from the Scriptures 24:36 - The teaching on anger from Church Fathers 33:44 - The dangers of angry religion 41:30 - Is anger more prevalent in today's world? 44:00 - How is anger uniquely dangerous as a passion? 45:50 - What is the antidote to anger? 49:13 - Most important takeaway from the book? Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Project Mexico Ministry (w/ Dennis Awad)
Melanie interviews Dennis Awad, chairman of the board of Project Mexico. Project Mexico is an Orthodox ministry that builds homes for impoverished families in Mexico, as well as caring for children through St …
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Melanie interviews Dennis Awad, chairman of the board of Project Mexico. Project Mexico is an Orthodox ministry that builds homes for impoverished families in Mexico, as well as caring for children through St. Innocent Orphanage and Casa Cuna Infant Orphanage. Melanie and Dennis discuss the ministry's history, outreach, and goals for the future. Learn more about the ministry: https://www.projectmexico.org/ Music License: Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Centre for Orthodox Formation in Western Europe
Melanie interviews The Rev. Dr. Jacob Siemens, Principal at The Centre for Orthodox Formation in Western Europe. They discuss the school's mission, history, and programs. The school has just opened and is …
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Melanie interviews The Rev. Dr. Jacob Siemens, Principal at The Centre for Orthodox Formation in Western Europe. They discuss the school's mission, history, and programs. The school has just opened and is accepting undergraduate students from around the world.A Special Interview with Metropolitan Saba
Melanie interviews His Eminence, Metropolitan Saba of the Antiochian Archdiocese of North America. They discuss his life story from his autobiography, A Life Testimony, and address the unique challenges and …
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Melanie interviews His Eminence, Metropolitan Saba of the Antiochian Archdiocese of North America. They discuss his life story from his autobiography, A Life Testimony, and address the unique challenges and blessings of the recent influx of converts to the Church. Friends by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USThe Sankt Ignatios College (Orthodox School in Sweden)
Melanie interviews Dr. Grant White, a senior lecturer at the Sankt Ignatios College in Sweden. Sankt Ignatios is an inter-Orthodox graduate school that teaches the different Orthodox traditions and participates …
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Melanie interviews Dr. Grant White, a senior lecturer at the Sankt Ignatios College in Sweden. Sankt Ignatios is an inter-Orthodox graduate school that teaches the different Orthodox traditions and participates in interfaith dialogues. It is currently the only Orthodox institution in the world to offer education in the Byzantine, Coptic, Syriac, and Tewahedo traditions.The St. Constantine School and Its Mission to Provide a Classical, Orthodox Education
Melanie interviews Dr. John Mark Reynolds and Anne Marie McCollum of the Saint Constantine School, a college preparatory school with several locations in the US. They discuss the school’s mission and focus …
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Melanie interviews Dr. John Mark Reynolds and Anne Marie McCollum of the Saint Constantine School, a college preparatory school with several locations in the US. They discuss the school’s mission and focus, along with highlighting the newest branch in Middle Tennessee. Learn more about the St. Constantine School: https://www.saintconstantine.org/The Order of Saint Ignatius: Its History, Structure, and Mission
In this episode of Ancient Faith Presents, Melanie interviews Dr. Ramzi Khairallah, the North American chairman of The Order of Saint Ignatius of Antioch. They discuss the Order's history, Dr. Ramzi's role, and …
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In this episode of Ancient Faith Presents, Melanie interviews Dr. Ramzi Khairallah, the North American chairman of The Order of Saint Ignatius of Antioch. They discuss the Order's history, Dr. Ramzi's role, and the purpose of the mission within the Orthodox Church.Let's Build our Church (w/ Nicholas Malara)
You can find "Let's Build our Church" and more information here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/
The Voyage of Saint Brendan (w/ Mike Stonelake)
You can find "The Voyage of Saint Brendan" and more information here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/the-voyage-of-saint-brendan/
Prayers in the Dark (w/ Fr. Lawrence Farley)
In Prayers in the Dark, Fr. Lawrence Farley paraphrases the Book of Lamentations and interprets each passage, following it with a meditation on human suffering—not to explain it but to point a way forward into …
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In Prayers in the Dark, Fr. Lawrence Farley paraphrases the Book of Lamentations and interprets each passage, following it with a meditation on human suffering—not to explain it but to point a way forward into hope. In the words of the sacred text, we find assurance that we are not unique in our suffering and that the way home to the Kingdom brings pain as well as joy. You can find Prayers in the Dark here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/prayers-in-the-dark-meditations-on-suffering-from-the-book-of-lamentations/A Saint's Guide to Praying with your Feet (w/ Amber Prather)
You can find "A Saint's Guide to Praying with your Feet" and more information here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/a-saint-s-guide-to-praying-with-your-feet/
A Year in the Company of Angels (w/ Anthony Linderman)
In A Year in the Company of Angels: A Pilgrim on Spruce Island, author Anthony Linderman presents true tales from his long pilgrimage to the monastic world of St. Michael’s Skete in Alaska. In these stories he …
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In A Year in the Company of Angels: A Pilgrim on Spruce Island, author Anthony Linderman presents true tales from his long pilgrimage to the monastic world of St. Michael’s Skete in Alaska. In these stories he shares in the daily lives of the monks and nuns—subsistence fishing with the fathers in the gulf, splitting winter wood supplies for the sisterhood, and hiking through the evergreen woods to holy sites from the heights of Mount St. Herman to the beach of Monk’s Lagoon. Each act is woven into the liturgical tapestry of their monastic life, and the author discovers that his best loved literary, musical, and pop-culture references all find their proper place in this microcosm. His book is a jubilant glimpse of the intimate, sanctifying relationship that this wild edge of the world shares with the entire cosmos. Find the book here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/a-year-in-the-company-of-angels-a-pilgrim-on-spruce-island/A Christian Ending to our Lives (w/ Fr. Stavros Akrotirianakis)
You can find Painless, Blameless, and Peaceful, and more information here:https://store.ancientfaith.com/painless-blameless-peaceful-orthodox-christian-reflections-on-death-dying-and-eternal-life/
The Kingdom of God and the Common Good (w/ Dylan Pahman)
You can find The Kingdom of God and the Common Good and more information here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/the-kingdom-of-god-and-the-common-good-orthodox-christian-social-thought/
An Introduction to the Psalms of the Church (w/ Daniel Opperwall)
You can find A Child's Guide to the Psalms and more information here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/a-child-s-guide-to-the-psalms/
Orthodoxy in the Bahamas!
“Orthodoxy in The Bahamas,” introduces the first Greek Orthodox Church established in the West Indies and explores how the Bahamian-Orthodox community has remained a relevant branch in the greater Orthodox …
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“Orthodoxy in The Bahamas,” introduces the first Greek Orthodox Church established in the West Indies and explores how the Bahamian-Orthodox community has remained a relevant branch in the greater Orthodox world despite isolation. This short documentary was produced by Maria @mariafaye242 on Instagram as a project at our recent Lampstand Institute at Ancient Faith Radio HQ. To hear more from attendees of the program and to hear Maria's interview watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t---4wJYUys&t=613sThe Samurai Priest
Today we explore the story of Takume Sawabe, the first Japanese Orthodox Christian convert. The samurai who almost killed St. Nicholas of Japan. This short documentary was produced by Michael ( @mslfilms ) as a …
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Today we explore the story of Takume Sawabe, the first Japanese Orthodox Christian convert. The samurai who almost killed St. Nicholas of Japan. This short documentary was produced by Michael ( @mslfilms ) as a project at our recent Lampstand Institute at Ancient Faith Radio HQ. To hear more from attendees of the program and to hear Michael's interview watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t---4wJYUys&t=613s You can also contact Michael at [email protected].The Lampstand Institute 2025
Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick interviews the participants of the second annual Ancient Faith Lampstand Institute, an introductory media training forum for Orthodox Christians aged 18-23 who are interested in …
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Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick interviews the participants of the second annual Ancient Faith Lampstand Institute, an introductory media training forum for Orthodox Christians aged 18-23 who are interested in learning skills in digital media and applying them to the service of the ChurchWith Eyes Unveiled
Bobby Maddex interviews Dr. Peter Jermihov and Kurt Sander, the director and composer, respectively, behind a new memorial choral concert for Fr. Ivan Moody of blessed memory, a world-renowned composer and …
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Bobby Maddex interviews Dr. Peter Jermihov and Kurt Sander, the director and composer, respectively, behind a new memorial choral concert for Fr. Ivan Moody of blessed memory, a world-renowned composer and conductor, a onetime affiliated faculty member of the Institute of Sacred Arts at St. Vladimir’s Seminary, and the founding Chairman of the International Society for Orthodox Church Music. concert tickets can be purchased @https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fr-ivan-moody-memorial-concert-tickets-1060928859779MAKS: Making a Kid Smile
Bobby Maddex interviews Elizabeth Wysocki, the vice president of a charitable organization headquartered in Chesterton, Indiana, called MAKS, which stands for Making a Kid Smile. She also happens to be an …
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Bobby Maddex interviews Elizabeth Wysocki, the vice president of a charitable organization headquartered in Chesterton, Indiana, called MAKS, which stands for Making a Kid Smile. She also happens to be an Orthodox Christian who would love to see other Orthodox individuals in Northwest Indiana and elsewhere assist with MAKS’ efforts to provide personal-care and comfort items to local foster children in need
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