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"Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness but instead expose them." St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians, 5:11. Churches closed. Holy Mysteries banned. Icons swapped for screens. How do we view what happened 5 years ago through an Orthodox perspective? This lecture aims to reapproach the covidian insanity with sobriety and to examine what went wrong.Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

The Holy Scriptures reveal that the coming of the Antichrist will be preceded by a globalization of religion—what Fr. Seraphim Rose called the "religion of the future." Understanding Ecumenism, this attempted fusion of worldliness and Christianity, is essential to heed the Lord Jesus' counsel: "Take heed that no man deceive you."Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

This topic has resurfaced in the media continually from the 1940s to the present. What do our sure guides, the Holy Fathers, teach us about this phenomenon? In this lecture, we explore how such matters must be understood first and foremost from an Orthodox Christian perspective—one embodied in the lives of the modern saints and their lived experience of divine revelation. Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

Dive into the tumultuous era of the 'Satanic Panic' where music's darker themes sparked fervent reactions. Explore the Faustian legend of Robert Johnson, the occult connections in rock giants like The Beatles and Led Zeppelin, and the chilling escalation in punk and metal's shocking performances. The discussion also covers timeless wisdom from Church Fathers on discerning music's spiritual impact, alongside pressing questions about the music industry's influence today. A fascinating blend of history, theology, and cultural critique awaits!

Explore the evolution of the 'self' as feelings shape modern identity. Discover how philosophers like Rousseau and Nietzsche dismantled traditional morality. Uncover the roles occult figures and pioneers of the sexual revolution played in reshaping cultural norms. Delve into the neuroscience behind pornography's impact on identity. Contrast this with the Orthodox view of personhood and the path to true freedom. Finally, find practical wisdom for resisting contemporary cultural pressures and enriching family life.

This discussion dives into the historical roots of anti-Christianity, tracing its evolution from the Great Schism to today. It highlights tensions between spirituality and materialism during the Enlightenment and examines the rise of occult practices alongside alternative beliefs. The connection between revolutionary movements and anti-Christian sentiments is explored, reflecting on society's spiritual crisis. Notably, the impact of figures like Aleister Crowley on contemporary spiritual landscapes is critiqued, showcasing the ongoing battle between traditional values and modern ideologies.

Fr Seraphim's observations on the six days of Creation through his patristic mind and study of the Holy Fathers, who he says are the "sure guides" to understanding the spiritual life and the Holy Scriptures. Direct quotes taken from the book Genesis, Creation and Early Man which has been just re-released by Saint Herman Brotherhood. All are encouraged to order and read the full text in its context. Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

Fr Seraphim's observations on the six days of Creation through his patristic mind and study of the Holy Fathers, who he says are the "sure guides" to understanding the spiritual life and the Holy Scriptures. Direct quotes taken from the book Genesis, Creation and Early Man which has been just re-released by Saint Herman Brotherhood. All are encouraged to order and read the full text in its context. Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

Fr Seraphim's observations on the six days of Creation through his patristic mind and study of the Holy Fathers, who he says are the "sure guides" to understanding the spiritual life and the Holy Scriptures. Direct quotes taken from the book Genesis, Creation and Early Man which has been just re-released by Saint Herman Brotherhood. All are encouraged to order and read the full text in its context. Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member

Fr Seraphim's observations on the six days of Creation through his patristic mind and study of the Holy Fathers, who he says are the "sure guides" to understanding the spiritual life and the Holy Scriptures. Direct quotes taken from the book Genesis, Creation and Early Man which has been just re-released by Saint Herman Brotherhood. All are encouraged to order and read the full text in its context. Support the showVisit Our Site // Grab Some Merch // Become A Patreon Member