At the Intersection of East and West

Dn. Michael Hyatt begins looking at chapter 2 of Thinking Orthodox by Dr. Jeannie Constantinou. It's called The Distinctiveness of Orthodox Christianity.

A new church school class at St. Ignatius Orthodox Church tackles the thought-provoking themes in 'Thinking Orthodox.' Listeners engage in the importance of scrutinizing their own thinking and the cultural influences on their beliefs. The conversation navigates the challenges of maintaining faith in today's tech-driven world. Insights on reconciling Orthodox beliefs with Western thought shed light on the concept of 'phronema,' emphasizing a true Orthodox mindset. The show fosters respectful dialogue on the differences between Orthodox and Western Christian thought, promoting inclusivity.

What was different about those early Christians. The little known Letter to Diognetus gives us a glimpse as Dn. Michael Hyatt continues his class on the Apostolic Fathers.

Discover the Didache, an ancient catechism manual from the time of Apostle John, which holds insights into early Christian teachings on baptism and morality. This guide emphasizes the importance of love, community, and ethical living as foundational elements of faith. It also explores how to discern true apostles through adherence to tradition and ethical conduct. Moreover, themes of apocalyptic hope encourage listeners to remain vigilant and engaged in their spiritual journeys, especially during significant liturgical seasons.

Continuing his series on the Apostolic Fathers, Dn. Michael Hyatt looks at the Martyrdom of Polycarp, one of the most inspiring and instructional accounts of martyrdom in Church history.

Ignored by much of Western Christendom, these letters give us insight into how the very early Church viewed the role of the bishop as well as the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

Dn. Michael Hyatt interviews Fr. Chad Hatfield, the President of St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in New York. Learn about his coming to Orthodoxy, his experience in Alaska, and the seminary he leads.

Guilt, shame, and compunction. What role do they all play in the acknowledgement and treatment of our sin? Dn. Michael Hyatt continues going through the book How to Be a Sinner by Dr. Peter Bouteneff.

Dn. Michael Hyatt continues his series on the writings of the Apostolic Fathers, those 2nd generation Christian writers who learned at the feet of the Apostles themselves. Dn. Michael is using The Apostolic Fathers in English by Michael W. Holmes. This episode looks at the First Epistle of St. Clement. You will be amazed at how contemporary it is.

Dn. Michael Hyatt begins a new series on the writings of the Apostolic Fathers, those second-generation Christian writers who learned at the feet of the Apostles themselves. Dn. Michael is using The Apostolic Fathers in English by Michael W. Holmes.