Orthodoxy Live

Another night of non-stop calls as Fr. Evan Armatas fielded questions about funerals, non-Orthodox relationships, what Church Fathers to read, sharing our faith, and more!

When approaching Orthodoxy, does it require a change of mind? What does the Great Commission mean for Orthodox Christians. Why do women in some churches wear head coverings ? How to discern advice from monastics. Fr. Evan explains the tradition and practice of a house blessing.

Fr. Evan takes caller questions - how do we communicate our questions and concerns to our hierarchy. Guidance on raising children spiritually, especially during Lent. Fr. Evan esplains the use of melody as art in Orthodox worship. How do we Orthodox christians embrace the Great Commission

Fr. Evan answers many email and caller questions such as; the difference between worshiping God and veneration of icons, saints, crosses etc. Why are babies brought behind the altar after baptism and who is allowed behind the altar. What happens with the Eucharist if it lands on the communion cloth or floor. The use of the Jesus prayer and, what is the nature of the Church in regard to the confess...

Fr. Evan encourages his listeners to consider having their homes blessed. He explains the practice of praying for the departed and the tradition behind serving koliva. He answers a caller question regarding who is allowed in church and, what is the relationship between the heart and the mind

Fr. Evan gives an explanation for what is meant by when in scripture it says "until Joseph knew her (Mary) Matt. 1:1-25. He answers a caller question on the history behind the Filioque and, explains the process of catechesis and baptism.

Fr. Evan answers call in questions on why Adam and Eve were created separate from each other. What does Orthodoxy say about the doctrine on atonement theology. About specific prayers for specific situations or life events. Are there lists and duties in the relationship between godparent and godchild.

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology.

Fr. Evan answers questions from his listeners during his live call-in show. What is the status between the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches. How does the Orthodox Church view Free Mason belief structure. The book of Acts and speaking in tongues and how to navigate through the vast opinions on Orthodox theology on the internet.

Fr. Evan is joined by his special guest author Jean Hoefling. He answers questions from callers regarding angels, why do Orthodox Christians wear wedding bands on their right hand, is there a specific rule on which hand our prayer rope should be worn. What does it mean for us to pray to the Theotokos.

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology.

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology.

Orthodoxy Live with Fr. Evan Armatas offers listeners an opportunity to ask pointed questions about the Orthodox Church. Perfect for seekers, converts, and cradle Orthodox Christian alike, this program is your chance to ask the tough questions about the Orthodox faith. Fr. Evan is a great communicator and well versed in all aspects of Orthodox theology

Fr. Evan answers email questions and has a prolonged conversation with a Protestant listener about the Orthodox view of salvation.

Fr. Evan answers questions about heaven, how to dispose of Orthodox catalogues that feature icons, and more!

Fr. Evan answers questions about the upcoming Connect Conference, evening prayers, Jerusalem, and more!

Fr. Evan returns after his sabbatical and answers questions about non-Orthodox loved ones as well as the book of the Revelation.

Fr. Evan discusses the Church's approach to creationism. What does the Church say about cremation. Fr. Evan shares wisdom for a newly crismated individual struggling with response from family and friends. And Fr. Evan provides explanation of the reading from the book of Acts 13.

Fr. Evan shares advice on how to keep pride from entering in. Explains the different parts of the Divine Liturgy and why it is an "open" Liturgy. He gives advice on praying for non-Orthodox departed and gives helpful tips on developing a prayer rule.

A combination of pre-recorded, email, and live phone calls make up this edition of Orthodoxy Live. Fr. Evan gets questions about lifetime confessions, an early Church understanding of Bishops, a place in the Church for divorced Christians, and the role of miracles.

Fr. Evan gives a short explanation about how St. Thomas Sunday relates to Bright Week. He addresses the the issue of suicide and what the response of the church needs to be. What is a healthy view of martyrdom, and what can we benefit from the martyrs within the Orthodox Church? Fr. Evan gives pastoral advice to a caller regarding entering into the Orthodox faith.

Fr. Evan discusses the lives of the saints, the ascetic life in a domestic setting, how to pray for our loved ones even though they may not want our prayers, confession by phone call, and more!

Fr. Evan gives explanations for Jesus saying “ my God why have you forsaken me “ and what the purpose and meaning is of The Ladder. The idea of a personal God and how to keep struggling through the Lenten fast s and why the canons of the church allow only one Divine Liturgy per day.

Fr. Evan answers caller questions about the Old Testament readings of Great Lent, the reason for leavened bread, an ethic for the treatment of animals, whether there is a moral imperative to get the vaccine, calendar issues in the Church, culturally inclusive parishes, whether the West and the East will ever commemorate Easter together, and why the Orthodox do not celebrate the Sabbath.