

Orthodox Ethos
Fr. Peter Heers
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. We serve inquirers, catechumens, and the faithful through Orthodox catechesis, in lectures, Q & A sessions, videos, articles, books and conferences.
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Sep 20, 2023 • 2h 6min
Orthodox Ecclesiology (Lesson 7): The Kollyvades Fathers and St. Hilarion (Troitsky)
Join Fr. Peter Heers for a 10-part course in developing our understanding of the nature of the one Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church as the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ and the pillar and ground of the Truth (I Tim. 3:15). This lecture series will provide an introduction to the Dogma of the Church as handed down to us by the Holy Fathers throughout the ages in contrast with the more recent ecclesiological reconstructions of the heterodox, and what this means for the Body of Christ amidst the new "religion of the future." This podcast was originally recorded in March of 2021.Lesson 1: Introduction, What is the Church?Lesson 2: The Unity of the Church and The Mystery of BaptismLesson 3: St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the Response to NestoriusLesson 4: The Church in Ss. Maximos and John of Damascus, and the 6th and 7th Oecumenical CouncilsLesson 5: The Church in the 8th Oecumenical Council & Great SchismLesson 6: The Church in Ss. Nicholas Kabasilas and Gregory Palamas and St. Mark of EphesusLesson 7: The Church in The Kollyvades Fathers, St. Hilarion (Troitsky) and Fr. George FlorovskyLesson 8: The Church in St. Justin Popovich, Vladimir Lossky and Fr. Alexander SchmemannLesson 9: The Church as Presented in Vatican II and Modern EcumenismLesson 10: The Church Before the Face of the Religion of the FutureJoin our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.comFor more material on this subject, find printed works at http://www.uncutmountainpress.com

Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 22min
The Jesus Prayer: Advanced Stages (Part 3)
Join Fr. Peter Heers in exploring the advanced stages of the Jesus Prayer, emphasizing profound spiritual connections achieved through continuous prayer. Delve into the path of spiritual growth, humility, and selflessness in prayer, and the significance of embracing the Jesus Prayer with focus and humility. Explore the decline of miracles, soul destinations, and forgiveness before the Second Coming in this captivating discussion.

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 45min
Orthodox Ecclesiology (Lesson 6): Ss. Gregory Palamas, Nicholas Cabasilas and Mark of Ephesus
Join Fr. Peter Heers for a 10-part course in developing our understanding of the nature of the one Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church as the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ and the pillar and ground of the Truth (I Tim. 3:15). This lecture series will provide an introduction to the Dogma of the Church as handed down to us by the Holy Fathers throughout the ages in contrast with the more recent ecclesiological reconstructions of the heterodox, and what this means for the Body of Christ amidst the new "religion of the future." This podcast was originally recorded in March of 2021.Lesson 1: Introduction, What is the Church?Lesson 2: The Unity of the Church and The Mystery of BaptismLesson 3: St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the Response to NestoriusLesson 4: The Church in Ss. Maximos and John of Damascus, and the 6th and 7th Oecumenical CouncilsLesson 5: The Church in the 8th Oecumenical Council & Great SchismLesson 6: The Church in Ss. Nicholas Kabasilas and Gregory Palamas and St. Mark of EphesusLesson 7: The Church in The Kollyvades Fathers, St. Hilarion (Troitsky) and Fr. George FlorovskyLesson 8: The Church in St. Justin Popovich, Vladimir Lossky and Fr. Alexander SchmemannLesson 9: The Church as Presented in Vatican II and Modern EcumenismLesson 10: The Church Before the Face of the Religion of the FutureJoin our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.comFor more material on this subject, find printed works at http://www.uncutmountainpress.com

Sep 11, 2023 • 1h 40min
The Jesus Prayer: First Stages and Method (Part 2)
Discover the transformative power of the Jesus Prayer as discussed by Fr. Peter Heers, drawing from the wisdom of St. Paisios the Hagiorite. Explore the synergy between human effort and divine intervention in spiritual growth. Embrace spiritual virtues in a balanced manner and cultivate genuine devotion in prayer to overcome internal struggles.

Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 27min
Orthodox Ecclesiology (Lesson 5): The 8th Oecumenical Council & the Great Schism
Join Fr. Peter Heers for a 10-part course in developing our understanding of the nature of the one Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church as the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ and the pillar and ground of the Truth (I Tim. 3:15). This lecture series will provide an introduction to the Dogma of the Church as handed down to us by the Holy Fathers throughout the ages in contrast with the more recent ecclesiological reconstructions of the heterodox, and what this means for the Body of Christ amidst the new "religion of the future." This podcast was originally recorded in March of 2021.Lesson 1: Introduction, What is the Church?Lesson 2: The Unity of the Church and The Mystery of BaptismLesson 3: St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the Response to NestoriusLesson 4: The Church in Ss. Maximos and John of Damascus, and the 6th and 7th Oecumenical CouncilsLesson 5: The Church in the 8th Oecumenical Council & Great SchismLesson 6: The Church in Ss. Nicholas Kabasilas and Gregory Palamas and St. Mark of EphesusLesson 7: The Church in The Kollyvades Fathers, St. Hilarion (Troitsky) and Fr. George FlorovskyLesson 8: The Church in St. Justin Popovich, Vladimir Lossky and Fr. Alexander SchmemannLesson 9: The Church as Presented in Vatican II and Modern EcumenismLesson 10: The Church Before the Face of the Religion of the FutureJoin our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.comFor more material on this subject, find printed works at http://www.uncutmountainpress.com

Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 23min
The Jesus Prayer: Prerequisites and Benefits (Part 1)
Fr. Peter Heers, an expert in Orthodox theology, discusses the origins and benefits of the Jesus Prayer. Chapters explore its practice, aligning life with prayer, forgiveness, humility, and the transformative power of this spiritual practice.

Aug 30, 2023 • 1h 40min
Orthodox Ecclesiology (Lesson 4): The Church in Ss. Maximos and John of Damascus, and the 6th and 7th Oecumenical Councils
Join Fr. Peter Heers for a 10-part course in developing our understanding of the nature of the one Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church as the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ and the pillar and ground of the Truth (I Tim. 3:15). This lecture series will provide an introduction to the Dogma of the Church as handed down to us by the Holy Fathers throughout the ages in contrast with the more recent ecclesiological reconstructions of the heterodox, and what this means for the Body of Christ amidst the new "religion of the future." This podcast was originally recorded in March of 2021.Lesson 1: Introduction, What is the Church?Lesson 2: The Unity of the Church and The Mystery of BaptismLesson 3: St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the Response to NestoriusLesson 4: The Church in Ss. Maximos and John of Damascus, and the 6th and 7th Oecumenical CouncilsLesson 5: The Church in the 8th Oecumenical Council & Great SchismLesson 6: The Church in Ss. Nicholas Kabasilas and Gregory Palamas and St. Mark of EphesusLesson 7: The Church in The Kollyvades Fathers, St. Hilarion (Troitsky) and Fr. George FlorovskyLesson 8: The Church in St. Justin Popovich, Vladimir Lossky and Fr. Alexander SchmemannLesson 9: The Church as Presented in Vatican II and Modern EcumenismLesson 10: The Church Before the Face of the Religion of the FutureJoin our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.comFor more material on this subject, find printed works at http://www.uncutmountainpress.com

Aug 28, 2023 • 1h 10min
Transhumanism: An Orthodox Analysis
In this extended podcast, Fr. Peter shares an Orthodox theological and spiritual examination of the philosophical and religious outlook found in the proponents of Transhumanism. This paper was delivered at a conference held in Athens, Greece, at the War Museum on January 22nd, 2023: "Transhumanism - Threat for Man." Interested in learning more about Orthodoxy? See our Orthodoxy 101 videos: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/orthodoxy101Join our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.com

Aug 23, 2023 • 1h 48min
Orthodox Ecclesiology (Lesson 3): St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the Response to Nestorius
Explore the role of St. Basil the Great, St. Augustine, and the response to Nestorius in shaping our understanding of the church. Uncover the ecclesiology of early church fathers such as Saint Cyprian and Saint Stephen. Examine the controversy surrounding Orthodox baptism and the practices defended by the holy fathers. Discuss the concept of 'economy' in addressing the needs of the church. Delve into debates and views on the response to Nestorius in Rome. Analyze the meaning of key phrases and clarify interpretations of Saint Basil's teachings. Explore Saint Augustine's understanding of sacraments and the role of the minister.

Aug 20, 2023 • 1h 50min
The Papal Dogma of the Immaculate Conception: An Orthodox Analysis
Fr. Peter Heers and guest Craig Patrick Truglia discuss the Orthodox rejection of the papal dogma of the "immaculate conception", emphasizing the patristic wisdom found in the ascetical life of the Holy Orthodox Church and the grave soteriological consequences of separating the Most Holy Theotokos from the human race.Find Catholicism in Light of Orthodoxy by Elder George of Grigoriou HERE: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/catholicism/Interested in learning more about Orthodoxy? See our Orthodoxy 101 videos: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/orthodoxy101Join our LIVE Q&A with Fr. Peter Heers every Thursday evening at 8 PM (EST): http://www.patreon.com/frpeterheersQuestions? Contact us at team@orthodoxethos.com