

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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Jul 5, 2023 • 1h 18min
The Truth of Our Faith (Lesson 9): On the Presuppositions of our Personal Salvation
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer]This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics.LESSON 1: Introduction, On the ChurchLESSON 2: On Holy ScriptureLESSON 3: On Holy TraditionLESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Theotokos, Saints, and AngelsLESSON 5: On the Veneration of Holy Relics & Holy IconsLESSON 6: On the Veneration of the Precious Cross and the Sign of the CrossLESSON 7: On Praying for the ReposedLESSON 8: On Divine Services, Symbols, and On FastingLESSON 9: On the Presuppositions of our Personal SalvationLESSON 10: On the 2nd Coming of Christ & On ChiliasmLESSON 11: On the Eternal Torments of HellLESSON 12: On “Speaking in Tongues” and On MagicPurchase a copy of the Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, available from Uncut Mountain Press: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/the-truth-of-our-faith/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.comBlessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net. O Befriender of man, glory be to Thee

Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 21min
Yoga: An Orthodox Christian Examination
What is yoga, and what is its aim? Is this practice a harmless physical exercise compatible with the life in Christ, and can the Orthodox Christian separate it from its roots in the Indic religions of the east? Join Fr. Peter Heers in this extended podcast, first aired in May of 2022, as he seeks to answer these questions and more by sitting at the feet of the Holy Fathers and Elders of our day. 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

Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 21min
The Truth of Our Faith (Lesson 8): On Divine Services, Symbols, and On Fasting
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer]This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics.LESSON 1: Introduction, On the ChurchLESSON 2: On Holy ScriptureLESSON 3: On Holy TraditionLESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Theotokos, Saints, and AngelsLESSON 5: On the Veneration of Holy Relics & Holy IconsLESSON 6: On the Veneration of the Precious Cross and the Sign of the CrossLESSON 7: On Praying for the ReposedLESSON 8: On Divine Services, Symbols, and On FastingLESSON 9: On the Presuppositions of our Personal SalvationLESSON 10: On the 2nd Coming of Christ & On ChiliasmLESSON 11: On the Eternal Torments of HellLESSON 12: On “Speaking in Tongues” and On MagicPurchase a copy of the Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, available from Uncut Mountain Press: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/the-truth-of-our-faith/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.comBlessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net. O Befriender of man, glory be to Thee

Jun 26, 2023 • 52min
Homeschooling and Compulsory State Education
In this special release episode of the Orthodox Ethos podcast, join Fr. Peter Heers in the keynote lecture of the St. Kosmas Conference on Orthodox Education, given in April of 2018 . In this talk, Fr. Peter explores homeschooling around the world as it is practiced today and the history of compulsory state education, while offering encouragement to Orthodox families struggling to preserve the Faith from within an environment hostile to Christ and to raise true children of God.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

Jun 21, 2023 • 50min
The Truth of Our Faith (Lesson 7): On Praying for the Reposed
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer]This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics.LESSON 1: Introduction, On the ChurchLESSON 2: On Holy ScriptureLESSON 3: On Holy TraditionLESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Theotokos, Saints, and AngelsLESSON 5: On the Veneration of Holy Relics & Holy IconsLESSON 6: On the Veneration of the Precious Cross and the Sign of the CrossLESSON 7: On Praying for the ReposedLESSON 8: On Divine Services, Symbols, and On FastingLESSON 9: On the Presuppositions of our Personal SalvationLESSON 10: On the 2nd Coming of Christ & On ChiliasmLESSON 11: On the Eternal Torments of HellLESSON 12: On “Speaking in Tongues” and On MagicPurchase a copy of the Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, available from Uncut Mountain Press: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/the-truth-of-our-faith/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.comBlessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net. O Befriender of man, glory be to Thee

Jun 19, 2023 • 2h 20min
Ecumenism: An Orthodox Examination
Join Fr. Peter Heers as he examines the phenomenon of the modern 'Ecumenical Movement' and its implications in the Orthodox Church. Topics include the importance of discipleship, the nature and unity of the church, the historical process of ecumenism, the impact of the 1920 encyclical, the distortions of the church in the 20th century, the dangers of ecumenism, apostolic succession and the Eucharist, and maintaining faith amidst delusions and heresies.

Jun 14, 2023 • 44min
The Truth of Our Faith (Lessons 5 & 6): On the Veneration of Holy Relics, Holy Icons, the Precious Cross and the Sign of the Cross
Notice: We ask your forgiveness for the disruptions in audio quality throughout this episode of the podcast. Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer]This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics.LESSON 1: Introduction, On the ChurchLESSON 2: On Holy ScriptureLESSON 3: On Holy TraditionLESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Theotokos, Saints, and AngelsLESSON 5: On the Veneration of Holy Relics & Holy IconsLESSON 6: On the Veneration of the Precious Cross and the Sign of the CrossLESSON 7: On Praying for the ReposedLESSON 8: On Divine Services, Symbols, and On FastingLESSON 9: On the Presuppositions of our Personal SalvationLESSON 10: On the 2nd Coming of Christ & On ChiliasmLESSON 11: On the Eternal Torments of HellLESSON 12: On “Speaking in Tongues” and On MagicPurchase a copy of the Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, available from Uncut Mountain Press: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/the-truth-of-our-faith/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.comBlessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net. O Befriender of man, glory be to Thee

Jun 12, 2023 • 1h 22min
The Real Reasons for War
Why does God allow war and conflict to arise? In this Orthodox Ethos extended podcast, first recorded in March of 2022, join Fr. Peter Heers in discussing the deeper spiritual origins of war and the mistaken geopolitical assumptions prevalent in the modern age, dispelling the false narratives by heeding the prophetic words of the Holy Fathers. 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

Jun 7, 2023 • 58min
The Truth of Our Faith (Lesson 4.5): On the Veneration of the Theotokos
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer]This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics.LESSON 1: Introduction, On the ChurchLESSON 2: On Holy ScriptureLESSON 3: On Holy TraditionLESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Theotokos, Saints, and AngelsLESSON 5: On the Veneration of Holy Relics & Holy IconsLESSON 6: On the Veneration of the Precious Cross and the Sign of the CrossLESSON 7: On Praying for the ReposedLESSON 8: On Divine Services, Symbols, and On FastingLESSON 9: On the Presuppositions of our Personal SalvationLESSON 10: On the 2nd Coming of Christ & On ChiliasmLESSON 11: On the Eternal Torments of HellLESSON 12: On “Speaking in Tongues” and On MagicPurchase a copy of the Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, available from Uncut Mountain Press: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/the-truth-of-our-faith/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.comBlessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net. O Befriender of man, glory be to Thee

Jun 5, 2023 • 2h 6min
Cacodoxy Within: 10 Heretical and Innovative Ideas Being Promoted Today
Fr. Peter Heers cautions Orthodox Christians about innovative and heretical ideas in today's culture, such as shedding traditional attire, introducing women to the diaconate, and joining Masonic orders. Other topics include the controversy surrounding Holy Communion spoons transmitting diseases, the debate over women as priestesses, the prohibition of Orthodox individuals marrying heretics, and the condemnation of the phyllioque. The podcast also explores the acceptance of heretics as saints, the presence of Freemasonry in the Orthodox Church, perennialism's impact on religious unity, and the impending challenge for Christians in approaching persecution.


