After my debate in Maryland a few months ago, I had breakfast with Presbytera Frederica Mathews-Green who interviewed me about the debate. Presbytera Frederica is an author and speaker in the larger Orthodox world. You can see her website here. From Ancient Faith: Frederica Mathewes-Green interviews Fr. Hans Jacobse about a formal debate he had […]
When Bishops Disappoint [AUDIO]
Throughout the history of the Church, there have been moments of scandal and disappointment with various hierarchs of the Church. How are we to respond as faithful Orthodox Christians? Fr. Tom shares his reflections. [audio:http://audio.ancientfaith.com/hopko/stt_2009-09-04.mp3] Podcast courtesy of Ancient Faith Radio.
Infertile Muslim Woman Gave Birth to Son after Prayer to St. Nicholas
Source: Interfax January 21, Interfax – A Muslim woman in Russian Republic of Bashkiria, who was unsuccessfully treated for infertility for 14 years, gave birth to a son after praying before the icon of St. Nicholas in an Orthodox church. “I’m a Muslim, but for some reason I believed that it (the icon – IF) […]
Digital Natives Embrace Ancient Church
Orthodoxy has completely transformed me already,” he said. “I feel like the first time in my life I’m growing spiritually.”
Sunday of Orthodoxy Sermon
February 21, 2010 On this day we celebrate the Triumph of Orthodoxy, the commemoration of the defeat of the heresy of iconoclasm. The word “heresy,” as we know, means “false teaching” and the false teaching that was finally vanquished was iconoclasm. “Iconclast” comes from the Greek work that means “icon-breaker.” The iconoclasts were those who […]
Fr. Hans interviewed on Ancient Faith Radio [AUDIO]
Recently, Fr. Hans was interviewed by Fr. Peter Preble, host of the Shepherd of Souls internet radio program on Ancient Faith Radio. He talked about the Ecumenical Patriarchate including how the Patriarch differs from the Pope, his role in world Orthodoxy, and more. Go to the
On The Day of Christ’s Baptism — Part 2
by St. John Chrysostom Our father among the saints John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, was a notable Christian bishop and preacher from the fourth and fifth centuries in Syria and Constantinople. He is famous for eloquence in public speaking and his denunciation of abuse of authority in the Church and in the Roman Empire of […]
On the Day of Christ’s Baptism — Part 1
by St. John Chrysostom Our father among the saints John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, was a notable Christian bishop and preacher from the fourth and fifth centuries in Syria and Constantinople. He is famous for eloquence in public speaking and his denunciation of abuse of authority in the Church and in the Roman Empire of […]
The Twelve Days of Christmas
In the Christian tradition of both east and west, the twelve days of Christmas refer to the period from Christmas Day to Theophany. The days leading up to Christmas were for preparation; a practice affirmed in the Orthodox tradition by the Christmas fast that runs from November 15 to Christmas day. The celebration of Christmas […]
Ten Steps to a Better Prayer Life
Author: Anonymous Designate A Prayer Space: Whether it is in the corner of your desk or a little stand in your room, it is important to have a place where you can put your Bible, Icons, etc. Dedicate the use of that space for God alone. Acquire A Time: Incorporate prayer in your routine and […]
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