Today we explore the story of Takume Sawabe, the first Japanese Orthodox Christian convert. The samurai who almost killed St. Nicholas of Japan.
This short documentary was produced by Michael ( @mslfilms ) as a project at our recent Lampstand Institute at Ancient Faith Radio HQ. To hear more from attendees of the program and to hear Michael's interview watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t---4wJYUys&t=613s
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Father Tom Soroka and John Maddex examine universalism with Orthodox panelists, exploring confident, hopeful, and condemned perspectives to understand the Church's stance on universal salvation in this interview.
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Three Men and a Mountain: A Pilgrimage to Holy Mt. Athos
Bobby Maddex, Jerry Minetos, and Samuel Heble recount their pilgrimage to Thessaloniki and Mount Athos, sharing insights about the highs and lows of traveling to Greece and the Holy Mountain in this interview.
4 Apr 2024
Two Natures: Examining Chalcedon and Communion
Panelists including Bishop Daniel Findikyan and others explore the theological separation between churches following the Council of Chalcedon in 451, examining potential paths toward unity in this interview episode with Fr. Tom Soroka and John Maddex.
1 Feb 2024
The Orthodox Deaconess: Examining the Call for Restoration
Fr. Tom Soroka and John Maddex present an audio documentary exploring the history, function, and modern debate surrounding the Orthodox Deaconess, featuring insights from scholarly experts on both sides of the issue in this interview.
30 Jun 2022
Transformation: Part 4 - Listen and Learn
This episode explores Orthodox Christianity's perspective on same-sex attraction, emphasizing listening and patience towards young people asking tough questions.
20 Dec 2021
Transformation: Part 3 - The Greatest of These is Love
This episode explores how the Orthodox Church approaches showing love, welcome, and understanding to all individuals, particularly regarding same-sex attraction, emphasizing the importance of knowing others before judging.
12 Dec 2021
Transformation: Part 2 - The Clear Teaching of the Church
Panelists Archbishop Michael, Dr. Jeannie Constantinou, Fr. Harry Linsinbigler, Dr. Roxanne Louh, and Dr. Edith M. Humphrey explore Orthodox Christian theology regarding same-sex attraction and its implications, offering insights into scripture and church teachings in this interview episode.
10 Dec 2021
Transformation: Part 1 - Made in His Image and Likeness
Four Orthodox Christians share their stories of same-sex attraction, struggles, and disappointments while remaining celibate, offering insights into their experiences within the Church in this interview.
18 Sept 2019
The Miracle in Zone One: Guatemala City's Hogar Raphael Ayau Orthodox Orphanage
Bobby Maddex explores the Hogar Raphael Ayau Orthodox Orphanage in Guatemala City, revealing its origins and daily miracles in this audio documentary.
31 May 2019
The Equal of Martyrdom: Fr. Nicola Yanney, Holy Man of Nebraska
Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick explores the life and potential sainthood of Fr. Nicola Yanney, a 20th-century Orthodox missionary, through interviews and research in Nebraska; this is a documentary.
7 Aug 2018
Parallel Love: The Story of a Band Called Luxury
Fr. David Bozeman, Fr. James Bozeman, and Fr. Christopher Foley share Luxury's journey through a life-altering accident that sparked their conversion to Eastern Orthodoxy, as featured in a new documentary, in this interview.
5 Feb 2018
Out of Appalachia: Orthodox Christianity and the Old Regular Baptists
Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick explores the unique faith, music, and churches of the Old Regular Baptists in central Appalachia, offering insights through the perspective of an Orthodox priest raised in the region.
9 Jun 2013
Golden Wedding Anniversary for the Hopkos
Fr. Tom Hopko and Matushka Anne Hopko reflect on their 50th wedding anniversary, sharing memories and insights about God's blessings in an interview with Fr. John Shimchick and Fr. Alexander Garklavs.
16 Aug 2012
Orthodoxy and the Cornerstone Music Festival
Bobby Maddex investigates the Cornerstone Music Festival in Illinois, revealing why attendees and performers demonstrate a unique receptivity to Orthodox Christianity in this audio documentary.
16 Aug 2012
Wheaton and the Fathers
This episode explores Wheaton College's new Center for Early Christian Studies and the growing Evangelical interest in the Church Fathers, examining the potential impact of this focus.
16 Aug 2012
Agia Sophia - Fresh Coffee, Ancient Wisdom
This documentary explores an Orthodox coffee house and bookstore in Colorado Springs, revealing how it blends modern life with ancient spiritual traditions.
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Life at the Monastery of the Transfiguration
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