Ancient Faith Today Live

Unitarian Universalists claim to be open-minded in their search for spiritual truth. But can the truth about God be so ambiguous?

The so-called Mainline Protestant churches have experienced a dramatic decline in membership from their former position as the standard-bearers of American religious life. What lessons can Orthodox Christians learn from their plight?

Author and filmmaker Robert John Hammond discusses his latest work, American Orthodox, a visually rich and compelling documentary about spiritual discovery, sacred places, and finding the ancient Christian faith on American soil.

Bro culture has entered the Orthosphere, and their brash self-assuredness is attracting some young men, but critics complain of bullying and chauvinism. How can we all mature in faith and Christian love? Paul Lloyd Robson of Maniphesto joins the conversation.

The recent rise in young people embracing the Orthodox Christian faith has led some to ask why young women aren't entering at the same rate as young men. Is the answer a rising interest in divination and paganism?

On Sunday evening, June 22, 2025, a terrorist at St Elias Orthodox Church in the Dweilaa neighborhood of Damascus killed at least 22 worshippers and injured 63. Why is martyrdom prominent in the life of the church, and what can we learn from it

Joshua Sherman, a frequent voice on faith discussions, joins Fr. Thomas to tackle objections from a former Orthodox priest. They dive into the necessity of defending Orthodoxy, addressing misconceptions about law and gospel while highlighting the importance of tradition. The pair explores the complexities of atonement theories, contrasting Orthodox views with Protestant interpretations. Sherman emphasizes the transformative power of scripture and the sacred responsibility of the priesthood, encouraging a sincere spiritual commitment.

Many non-Orthodox churches are appealing to emotion by using charismatic forms and expressions. What's the Orthodox view of things like speaking in tongues, faith healing, and prophetic words of knowledge?

Even with the increased number of people entering the Orthodox Church, some individuals abandon the faith. What are the reasons people consider leaving, and how can we respond?

Orthodox Christianity does not permit the cremation of Orthodox believers. Why is the burning of the bodies of departed Orthodox Christians wrong? Fr. Tom examines this practice from a scriptural and patristic perspective.