Episodes

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Episodes

Traditional Chaos: The Vatican vs. The SSPX 2026-07-07
Is today's "Traditional Catholicism" the answer to Rome's problems? Fr. Tom looks at the various groups that have distanced themselves from Rome…
Evangelist to the Orthodox? 2026-07-01
John Diacos is an Australian of Greek heritage and a former Orthodox Christian. He leads a ministry called "Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy,"…
Synergy: Faith and Works in Orthodoxy 2026-06-23
In part two of our discussion of justification, Fr. Tom examines faith and works in the life of a Christian believer according to the teachings of…
The Mystery of the Apocalypse 2026-06-16
The last book of the Bible, the Revelation of St. John, is by far the most misinterpreted and often, misunderstood book of the Bible. Why do we not…
Beyond Imputation: Justification in Orthodoxy 2026-06-09
Justification by faith alone is the cornerstone of Protestant theology. But is justification only a legal ruling by God or is there something more?…
The Truth About the Aerial Toll-Houses 2026-06-02
PARENTAL ADVISORY: This episode may contain content disturbing to some audiences. No teaching has engendered more controversy within Orthodoxy in…
Does Orthodoxy Promote Nominalism? 2026-05-26
Online detractors of Orthodox Christianity accuse Orthodox Christianity of producing nominal Christians. Is Orthodoxy created to subvert deep faith…
The Assurance of Salvation 2026-05-20
What does it mean to be saved? What is salvation and how to we attain it? Fr Tom gives clear, traditional Orthodox teachings from the scriptures as…
Do We Need the Saints? 2026-05-12
What does the Church teach about the intercession of the Saints? Can they really hear our pleas to them? Are the Saints dead or alive? Fr Tom gives…
Evangelizing the Orthodox? 2026-05-05
An Australian based Protestant ministry called "Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy" led by a former Greek Orthodox adherent claims that Orthodox…
What Being Disillusioned Really Means 2026-04-28
Former Orthodox priest Joshua Schooping makes more baseless claims against the Orthodox Christian faith in his latest interview. Fr Tom responds to…
Does the Church Exist in Two Modes? 2026-04-21
The Orthodox Observer (GOA) published a provocative article noting the polarity between "cradle and convert," "evangelism and ethnicity," positing…
Canterbury's Collapse 2026-04-15
The Church of England's election of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury has further fractured the Anglican communion. Fr. Thomas gives…
Do the Holy Week Hymns Teach PSA? 2026-04-07
In a follow-up to previous episodes on an Orthodox Christian response to Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA), Fr Thomas leads us through a…
Defining Mary is Defending Christ 2026-04-01
Father Thomas responds to Samuel Farag's continuing series, "Eastern Orthodoxy: Through the Lens of Scripture," in which he calls the Orthodox…
Panic at the Protest 2026-03-24
Social media posts noting the unprecedented number of conversions to Orthodox Christianity are increasing. Far from obscure, marginal voices on…
Covering Holy Things 2026-03-10
God commanded that holy objects be covered, acknowledging their holiness and maintaining the mystery revealed. But if the curtain of the temple was…
Do you really know Isaiah 53? 2026-03-04
The difference in emphasis between the Hebrew Masoretic text of Isaiah 53 and the Greek Septuagint is significant. Could this be the reason why the…
Euthanasia: The Mercy Trap 2026-02-25
While over 76,000 Canadians used the MAID program (Medical Assistance in Dying) to end their life, Switzerland's Sacro (suicide) Pod is now being…
Roman Catholic Liturgical Reform's Bitter Fruit 2026-02-18
The Roman Catholic church's liturgical reforms continue to meet passionate resistance 60 years later. We'll review the state of their reforms to…
Refuting the Claims of @AmericanGospel on Icon Veneration (Part 2) 2026-02-11
Pastor Samuel Farag, a former Coptic Christian, has partnered with American Gospel Films to create a 10-part series, "Eastern Orthodoxy Through the…
Does Orthodoxy need to be Clarified? 2026-02-04
Fr. Thomas responds to an address by Vassa Larin about the term 'Orthodox." Larin claims that misuse of basic terms like "orthodoxy," "church," and…
Rhett Wants to Save Christianity 2026-01-28
Rhett McLaughlin fueled the the deconstruction movement, destroying people's faith in Christ. Now he says he has the answer to save Christianity.
Refuting the Claims of @AmericanGospel on Icon Veneration 2026-01-21
Pastor Samuel Farag, a former Coptic Christian, has partnered with American Gospel Films to create a 10-part series, "Eastern Orthodoxy Through the…
Moses the Black: Desert Grace in the Streets 2026-01-14
Director Yelena Popovic joins us live to discuss her latest film, Moses the Black. Set in the inner-city of Chicago, this major film brings the…
Seated at the Right Hand of the Father 2026-01-07
Both the Scriptures and the Creed speak of Jesus as being seated at the right hand of the Father. Why is this small, misunderstood phrase so…
Why are the Holy Fathers so Important? 2025-12-31
The Church frequently refers to the Holy Fathers, both in the services and in her theology. Why is this contribution of the patristic period so…
Answering Bart Ehrman on the Virgin Birth 2025-12-24
Fr. Thomas answers a recent video published by New Testament scholar Bart Ehrman. We'll also have an opportunity to answer your questions on any…
Mary in Prophecy 2025-12-17
When we think of Old Testament prophecy, we usually think of Jesus' fulfillment of Messianic prophecies. But Mary, the Most Holy Mother of God, is…
What is Heaven and Hell? 2025-12-10
The nature of heaven and hell according to the Orthodox Tradition.
Why is Ecumenism Rebooting? 2025-12-03
We'll cover the Roman Papal visit to the Patriarchate of Constantinople and discuss the upcoming Rebooting Ecumenism conference in England by…
The Growing Presence of Islam in the West 2025-11-19
The growth of Islam in Western countries like the US and UK is rapidly changing the public square. From elected Muslim civic leaders to cities…
Reviewing the Recent Vatican Document on Mary 2025-11-12
Fr. Thomas reviews the recent Vatican document on Mary, which seems to reverse course on some commonly held Roman Catholic teachings.
More False Claims by Samuel Farag and American Gospel 2025-11-05
Fr. Thomas responds to Samuel Farag's continued false claims against Orthodox Christianity regarding authority and his own cited motivations.
Answering TikTok's Worst "Christian" Takes 2025-10-29
Social media has become a common way to promote Christianity, and much of it isn't very good. Fr. Tom responds to some of TikTok's worst takes on…
The Fallacy of Sola Scriptura 2025-10-22
500 years after the Protestant Reformation, the doctrine of sola scriptura continues to shackle the mindset of Evangelicals, locking them into…
I just became Orthodox! Now what? 2025-10-15
Thousands of people are becoming Orthodox Christians. It's an amazing journey of discovery and growth. But what happens after we join? Is the…
The Israel of God 2025-10-08
What is the Orthodox understanding of the Israel of God as presented in the scriptures and taught by the Church? Is it a place? A people? Who is…
We Were Promised the Rapture 2025-10-01
Yet another failed prediction of the supposed "rapture of the church" has come and gone. What's the Orthodox Christian teaching on the rapture? What…
Is the Nuclear Family Ideal Unchristian? 2025-09-24
There is a widespread assertion, even among certain Orthodox Christians, that the so-called traditional or nuclear family is not a Christian concept…
Political Violence and the Murder of Charlie Kirk 2025-09-16
A deeply divided political atmosphere in the US has produced cutting, accusatory rhetoric on both sides. This has increasingly resulted in a violent…
Artificial Incarnation: The AI Savior 2025-09-10
The rapid development of AI is being hailed by many as mankind's most promising achievement in the modern era. Some have deemed it "The Way" of the…
Tradition: Guardrail or Gateway? 2025-09-03
Tradition: guardrail or gateway? An important battle for the integrity of the Faith is taking place and at the heart of it is the nature of…
What Evangelicals Get Wrong About Worship 2025-08-27
Why do Evangelicals reject Liturgy as dead ritualism? Learn how Orthodox Christianity defends Liturgy as the way in which we join in the cosmic…
Does Orthodoxy Promote a Different Gospel? 2025-08-20
Pastor Samuel Farag, a former Coptic Christian, is partnering with American Gospel Films to create a 10-part series, "Eastern Orthodoxy Through the…
Defending the Trinity 2025-08-13
Orthodox worship and doctrine strongly affirm the one God as a triune God, a trinity of persons. But the understanding of this foundational teaching…
Unitarian Universalism: Is Truth Relative? 2025-08-06
Unitarian Universalists claim to be open-minded in their search for spiritual truth. But can the truth about God be so ambiguous?
Analyzing Mainline Decline 2025-07-30
The so-called Mainline Protestant churches have experienced a dramatic decline in membership from their former position as the standard-bearers of…
Telling Our Story: A Look at "American Orthodox" 2025-07-23
Author and filmmaker Robert John Hammond discusses his latest work, American Orthodox, a visually rich and compelling documentary about spiritual…
Brothodoxy 2025-07-09
Bro culture has entered the Orthosphere, and their brash self-assuredness is attracting some young men, but critics complain of bullying and…
Occult's Death Grip on Young Women 2025-07-02
The recent rise in young people embracing the Orthodox Christian faith has led some to ask why young women aren't entering at the same rate as young…
Spilled Blood on Sacred Ground 2025-06-25
On Sunday evening, June 22, 2025, a terrorist at St Elias Orthodox Church in the Dweilaa neighborhood of Damascus killed at least 22 worshippers and…
Answering the Claims of a Former Priest 2025-06-18
Fr. Thomas is joined by Joshua Sherman as they respond to objections to the Orthodox Christian faith made by the former Orthodox priest, Joshua…
Charismatic Chaos vs the Spirit of Peace 2025-06-11
Many non-Orthodox churches are appealing to emotion by using charismatic forms and expressions. What's the Orthodox view of things like speaking in…
Why People Leave the Orthodox Church (and What to Do About It) 2025-06-04
Even with the increased number of people entering the Orthodox Church, some individuals abandon the faith. What are the reasons people consider…
Why We Don't Accept Cremation 2025-05-28
Orthodox Christianity does not permit the cremation of Orthodox believers. Why is the burning of the bodies of departed Orthodox Christians wrong?…
The Mysterious, Misinformed Mahdi 2025-05-21
Egyptian-American Abdullah Hashem claims that he has been sent by God as the Advocate (parakletos) [Holy Spirit?] promised by Jesus. What should…
Evaluating the Western Salvation Wars 2025-05-14
Are Protestant and Roman Catholic thinkers inching toward Orthodox Christianity? Fr Thomas is joined by special guest, Joshua Sherman, as they…
Why Resurrection? 2025-05-02
The Resurrection of Christ is the central doctrine of the Christian faith. What happens if you get it wrong?
Orthodox Reflections on the Roman Papacy and Francis's Pontificate 2025-04-23
Fr. Tom offers a reflection on the Pope's recent passing, and on the office of the papacy from an Orthodox perspective.
Did God Die on the Cross? 2025-04-09
What happened on the cross, and after Jesus died on the cross? What do we know about the period of time between the crucifixion and the…
Is the Eucharist a Sacrifice? 2025-04-02
Some Protestants say that the offering of sacrifices ceased at the cross. Others say that Jesus is sacrificed again and again. What's the truth…
Is the Use of English in Liturgy Xenophobic? 2025-03-26
A recent essay suggested that the evolution to English as the prevailing Liturgical language in Orthodox parishes in America, "intentionally or…
The Legacy of Protopresbyter Thomas Hopko 2025-03-19
March 18 marks the 10th anniversary of the falling asleep of Fr Thomas Hopko, Dean Emeritus of St Vladimir's Seminary, author of numerous books, and…
Penal Substitutionary Atonement and Orthodoxy 2025-03-12
What's the truth about Penal Substitutionary Atonement according to the Scriptures and expounded by the Fathers?
I Don't Get, "He Gets Us." 2025-02-26
The "He Gets Us" campaign is a billion dollar ad blitz, presenting Jesus as a palatable everyman who is nice, very nice. Is that a problem?
Do All Dogs Really Go to Heaven? 2025-02-19
Our pets are beloved household companions. What does Orthodox Christianity teach about animals and the Kingdom of God?
The Poison of the Trans Ideology 2025-02-13
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…
Does Orthodoxy Allow Three Marriages? 2025-02-04
Is the Orthodox Church too permissive when it comes to divorce and remarriage?
Can the Famous be Faithful Christians? 2025-01-29
In the advent of Kat Von D's move towards Orthodoxy, alternative rock vocalist, Lacey Sturm, discusses the surprising movement to Traditional…
SPECIAL ADDITION: Remembering +Archbishop Anastasios 2025-01-28
We remember the life of one of the most influential Orthodox leaders of the 20th century, +Archbishop Anastasios. Through his unwavering zeal for…
Is Orthodoxy too "Eastern" for the U.S.? 2025-01-22
Americans are noticing growing interest in Orthodoxy, but not everyone is happy about it. Protestant online apologists are saying that Orthodoxy…
Did the Early Church Really Not Have Worship Services? 2025-01-08
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…
Is Praying to the Saints Necromancy? 2024-12-18
Orthodox Christians pray to the Saints to ask their intercession before God. Some dismiss the practice as communicating with the dead. What's the…
The Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad? 2024-12-11
This Orthodox Moment: Timely Trend or Fleeting Fad? • Parishes around the United States are seeing an unprecedented number of inquirers and…
Is Orthodox Christianity Exclusionary Divisive? 2024-12-04
Maintaining Christian unity has been a problem since the time of the Apostles. Moreso, in the modem age, traditional Christianity is decried as…
What Are You Thankful For? 2024-11-27
The American holiday of Thanksgiving is upon us. What things are you thankful to God for? Share your thoughts with us!
Christian Nationalism? 2024-11-20
Some are concerned about an American movement called Christian Nationalism. How should we react to it as Orthodox Christians?
Reproductive Technologies: Are We Playing God? 2024-11-13
What are the ethical and religious issues around technologies that medically enhance fertility and pregnancy?
Do Politics Hold Any Value for Orthodox Christians? 2024-11-06
Election Day Special! • Should Orthodox Christians be concerned with politics? Where is the dividing line between politics and religion?