Family Matters

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Melanie Pappas on a perspective of single people (unmarried, divorced, widows) in the Church - blessings, challenges, and opportunities.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Rev. Dr. Tony Vrame, Director of the Department of Religious Education of the GOA, on what families can do to retain this generation of children in the Church and convey the faith and practice of Orthodoxy for future generations.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Angeliki Constantine, educated and experienced youth worker, on the issues youth are challenged by and how we can improve our communication skills and recognize warning signs.

Fr. Alex Goussetis talks with Dr. George Stavros on the reasons we choose our spouse, often based on the following factors: the familiar, the compensatory, and the redemptive.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Melissa Tsongranis. Educated and trained in child development, Melissa shares insights on how families and parishes can cultivate a strong spiritual foundation in young children.

Fr Alex interviews Presvytera Melanie DiStefano on the rewards and challenges of raising a special needs child. She offers observations on how parishes can welcome families with special needs and advice on how families can feel more at ease in community life.

Fr. Alex speaks with Fr. Christopher Flesoris, Pastor at St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church in Roseville, CA. Fr. Christopher shares the story of his Presvytera Kristen, who reposed in the Lord in 2014, leaving two young children. The conversation touches upon the evolving dimension of loss, how children are impacted by the loss of a parent, and the role our Orthodox faith and parish communities play...

Fr Alex interviews Joseph Vulopos, a High School teacher and founder of Aevidum, a teen depression awareness group.

Fr. Alex offers excerpts and reflections from the book Wounded by Love, specifically the wisdom relating to parenting and child-rearing.

Fr. Alex interviews Rev. Dr. Dimitrios Moraitis, author and speaker on the subject of addiction. He offers both secular and Church resources for those struggling with addictions, as well as support for family members.

Fr. Alex talks with Dr. Thomas Miller (Hospice Physician) on questions and issues for families to consider while caring for their elderly parents.

Fr. Alex interviews Presvytera Kerry Pappas (a Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist) on the importance of forgiveness and renewal in marriage.

Fr. Alex talks with psychologist Dr. George Stavros about the theological, psychological, and practical dimensions of parenting styles and how we guide our children.

Regardless of our children’s ages, appointed time for family prayer is a great opportunity to worship God as we deepen connections with our children. Learn—and expand upon—traditional practices of prayer in the home.