On this episode Ben and Michael discuss what qualities makes an Orthodox man and the dangers of secular, neo pagan distortions of manhood.The Midnight Office is a listener supported program produced by the Union of Orthodox Journalists of America.
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14 May 2026
Ethnic Vicariates and the Triumph of Canonical Orthodoxy
CORRECTION: the reception of Bp. Emilianos was not discussed at the Munich Sobor. He remains a cleric of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia.
Michael and Ben discuss the reported rejection of a so-called "Hellenic Vicariate" by the ROCOR, how ROCOR's First Hierarch is helping to reshape Orthodox unity in America, and the history of ethnic vicariates in the United States. Also discussed: the trap of ethnic festival centered church life; and why milk?
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7 May 2026
Fr. Seraphim and American Orthodoxy
On this week's episode, Ben and Michael dispel the common criticisms against the canonization of Fr. Seraphim Rose, while reflecting on his sanctity and influence on American converts.
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27 Apr 2026
Interview with Bp. Emilianos of Meloa
On this special episode of The Midnight Office we interview Bp. Emilianos of Meloa.
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17 Apr 2026
Bright Week Banter
On this week’s episode of the Midnight Office, Ben and Michael discuss cultural differences one may encounter when visiting a parish, advice for picking a patron saint, and more.
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2 Apr 2026
The Tragedy of Filaret Denysenko
Filaret Denysenko and the history of the Ukrainian Schism. Ben and Michael walk us through the history of the Ukraine Schism. The role of Filaret Denysenko, his betrayal by the Patriarch of Constantinople and Epiphany Dumenko - culminating in the desecration of his remains - are likewise covered at length.
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27 Mar 2026
The Apostles were Orthobros?
Michael and Ben elaborate on Michael's recent article, "the Apostles were Orthobros," discussing the common qualities which earn new converts the title and how the church should (and should not) deal with zealous young coverts. Along the way they discuss the proper role of apologetics in conversion and spiritual life, where to direct one's zeal when coming into the church, and more.
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12 Mar 2026
Common Convert Pitfalls
On this week's episode of the Midnight Office, Ben and Michael cover common pitfalls coming into the Church, the meaning of Catechism and coming to grips with oneself. Midnight Office releases every Thursday at 7pm EST.
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8 Mar 2026
Orthodox Prayers Books
Ben and Michael review common Orthodox Prayer Books. What's good? What's bad? What's best when you're just starting out?
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