OrthoAnalytika
Welcome to OrthoAnalytika, Fr. Anthony Perkins' podcast of homilies, classes, and shows on spirituality, science, and culture - all offered from a decidedly Orthodox Christian perspective. Fr. Anthony is a mission priest and seminary professor for the UOC-USA. He has a diverse background, a lot of enthusiasm, and a big smile. See www.orthoanalytika.org for show notes and additional content.
Latest episodes
Feb 7, 2022 • 21min
Homily - There is No Place for Smiting (or racism)
In this meditation on Matthew 15:21-28 and Corinthians 6:16-7:1, Fr. Anthony talks about the new way of holiness and the transition from smiting enemies to drawing them into the Kingdom through love. Enjoy the show!
Feb 1, 2022 • 50min
Intro to Orthodoxy: Cialdini, Manipulation, and Orthodoxy
Today I present the main ideas from the research on the psychology of influence (Cialdini) and briefly describe its relevance for theological discernment. Livestreamed on 2/1/2022.
Jan 30, 2022 • 15min
Homily - St Pauls Example
1 Timothy 1:15-17. Take two (because ... Old Calendar and New Calendar). Another call to bring back the saying; "glory to God."
Jan 26, 2022 • 1h 15min
Alexandria, Moscow and the Canonical Status of Ecclesial Territory
Today Fr. Anthony discusses the Moscow Patriarchate's establishment of an African Exarchate in the territory of the ancient Patriarchate of Alexandria with canonist, Fr. Harry Linsinbigler. They talk about how this differs from other parallel jurisdictions (e.g. in America) and the degree to which this will make it more difficult to effect Orthodox reconciliation.
Jan 25, 2022 • 42min
Intro to Orthodoxy: Heresy and How to Avoid It
In tonight's livestream class, Fr. Anthony frames theology as communal and heresy as a breakdown of community. He uses the example of the corrections that take place among musicians to help make the point. Enjoy the show!
Jan 24, 2022 • 19min
Homily: Achieving Heights by Humility
1 Timothy 1:15-17. After providing his testimony, St. Paul immediately breaks into a prayer of exultation. We would do well to imitate that habit and bring back the saying; "glory to God."
Jan 10, 2022 • 18min
Homily - Repent Into the Kingdom
Ephesians 4:7-13; Matthew 4:12-17. Sunday after Theophany. Our minds stand between us and living as God's royal priesthood and holy kingdom. We have to repent and rebuild our minds in Christ. Enjoy the Show!
Jan 1, 2022 • 1h 3min
My Fool Head - On Forgiveness, Righteous Anger, and Other Things
This "New Year" stream of consciousness celebrates Georgia's victory over Michigan and then talks about how our prior conceptions interfere with objectivity, the relative value of mercy and forgiveness over judgment, and the need to stay away from righteous anger. My thanks to Max, Dn. Adrian, and Rdr. Seraphim for their questions and comments during the livestream. Enjoy the show!
Dec 26, 2021 • 25min
Homily - Theosis as the Gentle Movement of Grace
Matthew 2:13-23; Galatians 1:11-19. Without effort, we will get truth and love wrong and mess up our relationships. It was true for Saints Luke and Cleopas, for Saint Paul, and (alas) for Herod. It will be true for us and will affect our marriages and Church membership, too. But God is offering us a solution. Enjoy the show!
Dec 19, 2021 • 18min
Homily - Three Levels of Pilgrimage
Ephesians 5:8-19; Luke 17:12-19. A meditation on three kinds of pilgrimage: to the holy site, to a feast, and to the temple of the heart. Each offers the blessings of beauty, fellowship, and noetic union. Enjoy the show!
