The Covenant Table

Many Christians wonder: **What does the Orthodox Church actually teach about intimacy in marriage?** Is intimacy only physical, or is it something much deeper? In this conversation, we explore the **Orthodox Christian view of marital intimacy**, God's purpose for intimacy, common struggles couples face, emotional and spiritual connection, communication, misconceptions, and practical, Christ-ce...

This episode is a one on one conversation with Fr. Joshua, that dives into the Sacrament of Marriage! Lots of questions come up when a couple starts to think about marriage- these questions & more are answered in this month's episode!

What is the benefit of being friends in marriage? Does that make it easy?

Conflict is inevitable, but how we handle it makes all the difference. In this episode of The Covenant Table, we break down what it means to fight fairly-without tearing each other down. Through practical tools and faith-centered wisdom, we talk about healthy communication, setting boundaries during conflict, and resolving disagreements in a way that strengthens, not damages, marriage. This episod...

In this episode of The Covenant Table, we address one of the most common and most sensitive challenges in marriage, navigating boundaries with parents. Through scripture and orthodox teaching, we explore what it truly means to “leave and cleave,” honoring our parents without allowing outside influence to harm marital unity. We discuss how priorities shift in marriage, why Godly boundaries are not...

In this episode of The Covenant Table, we unpack one of the most misunderstood teachings in Christian marriage: submission and headship. Through Scripture, Coptic Orthodox tradition, and the voices of the Fathers, we explore what St. Paul really meant in Ephesians 5 and how true headship is modeled not by control, but by Christlike, sacrificial love. We confront modern feminist concerns, clarify e...

In our very first episode, we dive into the true meaning of marriage in the Coptic Orthodox Church, not as a contract, but as a holy covenant. We explore the mystery of becoming “one flesh,” the purpose of the Crowning Ceremony, and how marriage reflects the union between Christ and His Church. This episode lays the foundation for everything The Covenant Table stands for: real conversations, deep...

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