Orthodox Ethos

What is virtue according to the Orthodox Church—and how is it radically different from secular morality? In this eye-opening talk, we explore how virtue is not merely self-improvement or moral behavior, but participation in the divine energies of God. Drawing on the teachings of Saints like Gregory Palamas and Maximus the Confessor, we uncover how true virtue is the path to theosis—becoming gods by grace.

In this powerful and detailed exposition, we break down the essential differences between the Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant views of apostolic succession. Learn why the Church Fathers insist that true succession is not merely historical or external, but inseparably tied to Orthodox doctrine, Eucharistic unity, and the one undivided Body of Christ.Excerpt from "Apostolic Churches and Succession: An Orthodox Analysis" by Fr. Peter Heers:https://www.youtube.com/live/MJJy7iQoS1s

Before we take your questions tonight, we will look briefly at a video put out a few days ago entitled, "Why Gen Z is Flocking to Eastern Orthodoxy".Our mission is to present and support the Orthodox Christian Way, Truth, and Life, which is Christ Himself — guiding souls to communion in His Body, faithful to the teachings of the Holy Fathers.

In this powerful video, Fr. Peter Heers reveals how ecumenism leads to the demonic adulteration of the Orthodox faith, a gradual process that distorts the truth and threatens the very core of Church tradition. Beginning with coexistence and moving through dialogue, infiltration, and finally subversion, ecumenism is shown to be a subtle force of corruption within the Church. Fr. Peter draws on the teachings of the Church Fathers, Scripture, and Ecumenical Councils to explain why the Orthodox Church must stand firm in defending its boundaries against these dangerous influences. The video offers a clear explanation of how demonic adulteration is not merely a theological error but a spiritual threat that compromises the salvation of souls. Orthodox Christians must understand and recognize these stages to safeguard their faith.

Originally delivered in 2010, this homily by Fr. Peter Heers explains how Greece’s citizen's card is more than an ID—it reshapes how citizens buy, sell, and interact with the state. In this informative overview, Fr. Peter explains what the citizen's card is, how RFID and databases work behind it, and why bishops, Mount Athos, and civil groups have raised concerns about privacy, conscience, and electronic governance. Learn the stakes, the technology, and the spiritual questions shaping this debate.

Orthodoxy or Catholicism? Which has been true to the Lord, the Holy Apostles and Holy Fathers? Did the Lord establish one supremely powerful, monarchical bishop over all other bishops with immediate jurisdiction and infallibility in matters of doctrine? Or did the Lord establish 12 apostles and their successors to preach, teach and oversee the Economy of Salvation and Continuation of His Incarnation until His Second Coming, each bishop in his respective see another "Peter" over the Local Church "epi to auto" (in that particular place, that Eucharistic Synaxis)? Fr. Peter Heers is joined by Reader Paul Trinca to review Tim Gordon’s points from his recent debate with Jay Dyer, where he defended the idea of a divinely established papacy, among other things.You can shop all the titles by Uncut Mountain Press here: https://uncutmountainpress.com/collections/books

H. THE GOSPEL OF SALVATIONi.The Divine Teacherii. The ListenersCome and sit at the feet of the professors of the Desert, those initiated into the Mystery. They will guide us through the entirety of the Economy of Salvation, from the pre-existence of the Logos, to His Revelation and Incarnation, and His Elevation and Session at the Right Hand of the Father.Examining the book "Τὸ Mυστήριο τοῦ Χριστοῦ" ("The Mystery of Christ"), written by the Cell of the Resurrection on Mount Athos, this lecture series aims to bring the Athonite catechism to English speakers for the first time.If you would like to donate toward the translation and publication of The Mystery of Christ, click here: https://uncutmountainpress.com/donate/

H. SinlessnessI. The Authority to Forgive SinsCome and sit at the feet of the professors of the Desert, those initiated into the Mystery. They will guide us through the entirety of the Economy of Salvation, from the pre-existence of the Logos, to His Revelation and Incarnation, and His Elevation and Session at the Right Hand of the Father.Examining the book "Τὸ Mυστήριο τοῦ Χριστοῦ" ("The Mystery of Christ"), written by the Cell of the Resurrection on Mount Athos, this lecture series aims to bring the Athonite catechism to English speakers for the first time.If you would like to donate toward the translation and publication of The Mystery of Christ, click here: https://uncutmountainpress.com/donate/

VI. NAMES AND CHRISTOLOGICAL TITLES (Part 3)xix. The Nazarenexx. The Bridegroomxxi. "He who is, and who was, and who is to come"xxii. The Judgexxiii. The Only-Begotten and the Firstbornxxiv. The Lord or King of Gloryxxv. Other AppellationsVII. OMNISCIENCECome and sit at the feet of the professors of the Desert, those initiated into the Mystery. They will guide us through the entirety of the Economy of Salvation, from the pre-existence of the Logos, to His Revelation and Incarnation, and His Elevation and Session at the Right Hand of the Father.Examining the book "Τὸ Mυστήριο τοῦ Χριστοῦ" ("The Mystery of Christ"), written by the Cell of the Resurrection on Mount Athos, this lecture series aims to bring the Athonite catechism to English speakers for the first time.

Excerpt from "The Mystery of Christ: An Athonite Catechism (Lesson 21) - Testament, Law, and Worship" by Fr. Peter Heershttps://youtube.com/live/-cAFYYPuE6o