In this episode, I start by sharing the news and press release from the third meeting of the Assembly of Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America, then move into a wonderful interview on Orthodox media and prepping with Fr. John Peck. Check out this episode
Homily – Taking work (and liturgy) seriously
September 4, 2012 By
St. Matthew 21:33-42; 1 Corinthians 16:13-24 Work: A Homily for Labor Day Weekend This week’s epistle reading is a wonderful reminder that no parish exists in isolation (any more than Christians exist in isolation), and that the bonds between our parishes should be strengthened and cherished. I strongly encourage everyone to visit other parishes, especially on […]
20120902 Politics and Religion in Russia
September 2, 2012 By
After talking about work, I interview Professor Nicolai Petro (URI) about the Pussy Riot case and and the history of Islam in Russia and what the Russian government has done in Tatarstan to avoid the rise of radical Islam there. Check out this episode
20120819 Interview on the Paranormal and Ecumenism
August 18, 2012 By
http://traffic.libsyn.com/orthoanalytika/20120818-FrMaximos.mp3 Today’s show starts with me talking about some logistical changes (increased access to back editions, upgraded website, twitter) ORTHOAnalytika. Speaking of which, here’s a shoutout to Fr. John Peck of Logos Web Services for his work on the layout/content transfer and to Fr. John at Orthodox Internet Services for his hosting services. No transitions are painless, […]
20120621 Interview with Fr. Peter Preble on Prayer and Spiritual Fatherhood
June 22, 2012 By
A call to make America into a holy nation. An interview with Fr. Peter Preble Priest, Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese in the Americas Rector, St. Michael Orthodox Christian Church in Southbridge, Massachusetts Host, Shepherd of Souls podcast on Ancient Faith Radio Stavrofor Monk and Founder of the St. Columba of Iona Orthodox Monastery Chaplain, Dudley Fire Department […]
20120615 Orthodox and Genetics, Part One
June 16, 2012 By
A Pep Talk for the Orthodox Christian Sponsor: www.douglasaperkins.com Cool thing for the Prepper Priest from Duluth Trading Company: the prepper-priest’s kontorasson (clergy vest – I use the black one in tall; it has pockets for all my priest-stuff!) An interview with Dr. Deborah Sirko-Osadsa, D.A.B.M.G., F.A.C.M.G. Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Former Director, Molecular […]
Trusted Ally or Traitorous Foe: Competing narratives on Pakistan and why they matter
October 4, 2011 By
The Obama administration, with the full support of the mainstream media, seems intent on starting a war with Pakistan.
My RICC F&O Presentation: Sacramental Theology through Genesis and the Psalms
September 20, 2011 By
Genesis, the Psalms, and the Church’s Calling to Heal and Perfect Creation (An introduction to Orthodox Sacramental Theology) Fr. Anthony Perkins (for the RICC F&O, September 2011) Comments and critiques are encouraged Bottom line up front: We are made in the image of God; the world responds to us,our actions, and our beliefs. It suffers […]
Liturgy – Worship and the Maccabean Martyrs
August 14, 2011 By
Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory forever!Chapter Six of Second Maccabees Introduction: Orthodox Christians live and worship a certain way We are Christians. We have accepted Christ as our Savior. We have brought the Holy Spirit into our lives. We have given ourselves, mind, body, and soul, over to God. We have offered ourselves as […]
Liturgy – The Place of Scripture in Orthodox Life & Worship
August 7, 2011 By
8th Sunday after Pentecost The Sunday of Saint Olympia, deaconess of ConstantinopleGospel: St. Matthew 14:14-22 (The Feeding of the Five Thousand) What a beautiful day to celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ! Today’s Gospel reading is an affirmation of our faith, of our worship, and especially of the holy Eucharist which we celebrate […]
