Ancient Faith Today Live

Fr. Tom is joined by Dr David Ford of St Tikhon's Orthodox Seminary as they discuss the sacrament of marriage and how a husband and wife can seek holiness in the bond of matrimony.

Fr. Thomas is joined by priest and licensed counselor Fr. Paul Jannakos as they discuss the sad struggle that afflicts people of every walk of life and how they can carry the cross of mental illness with patience and dignity.

Fr. Thomas is joined by Hieromonk Herman (Majkrzak) of St. Tikhon's Orthodox Monastery as they discuss entering into the fullness of the Paschal Mystery through the incredible beauty of Orthodox worship.

Fr Thomas is honored to welcome His Excellency Charles J. Chaput, Roman Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Philadelphia. They will discuss His Excellency's latest book, Things Worthy Dying For: Thoughts on a Life Worth Living. In it, Archbishop Chaput writes about the most important questions of life: why are we here and how can we live and die meaningfully? He reflects on our modern appetite for consumption and individualism and offers a penetrating analysis of how we got here, and how we can look to our roots and our faith to find purpose each day amid the noise of competing desires.

Fr. Thomas talks with Professor of Sytematic Theology Dr. Peter Bouteneff about the Orthodox understanding of redemption and the message of the cross of Christ.

Fr. Thomas is joined by Fr. Daniel Lattier as they respond to the growing number of videos from Roman Catholic apologists on the internet challenging the Orthodox Faith.

Fr. Tom Soroka welcomes Professor Dr. David Bradshaw to discuss the teaching of St. Gregory Palamas. How are we to understand the difference between the essence and energy of God. What is uncreated grace? Listen for a clear and down to earth explanation.

Fr. Thomas welcomes Fr. Paul Jannakos, a professional counselor and Orthodox priest, as they discuss the disturbing rise of anxiety and suicides during the pandemic, especially among teenagers. What solutions does Orthodox spirituality provide to help calm us?

Fr. Thomas talks with Fr. Michael Carney as they discuss the purpose of the Great Lenten season and how to make the most of our Lenten journey.

Fr. Thomas welcomes Fr. Peter Paproski to talk about the history of the Divine Liturgy and why it is the central act of worship and thanksgiving for Orthodox Christians.