Orthodoxy Live

How do we acquire stillness and quiet. What is the importance of a home alter or prayer corner. How do we see Christ in our neighbor. What is the best Bible translation for a teenager.

What does it mean to be created in the image and likeness of God according to the first 2 chapters of Genesis. During the Great Entrance in the Divine Liturgy, why do some people reach to touch the aer or rope of the priest ? How are we to understand 1Timothy 2:13-15? Fr. Evan gives advice on prayer especially when one feels defeated.

Fr. Seraphim Aldea from Mull Monastery of All Celtic Saints on the Isle of Mull, calls in to chat. What is the proper way to approach the Eucharistic chalice? How does one go about acquiring a spiritual father/mother.

OCMC missionary Nathan Hoppe calls with an update on the work he and his wife are involved in. Melinda Johnson, CEO of Ancient Faith Ministries calls in to congratulate Fr. Evan on his elevation to Protopresbyter. Previous listener calls in to give an update on his experience within the Church. Fr. Evan takes a few minutes to answer email questions.

What is the Orthodox Church view on the Free Mason Lodge vs Christianity? Hans from Germany has a question regarding a particular prayer. A listener from Australia asks Fr. Evan to recommend reading material on the lives of the saints.

Once we have repented, where do we turn toward after? Fr. Evan offers his advice on how best to involve our children in our church services. What are toll-houses ? Who is the Prophet Jonah? Why is someone who is not baptized not allowed to practice communion.

Fr. Evan answers listener live call-in questions and YouTube channel questions

Is God male in His essence? Why does the Orthodox Church pray for the departed ? What is the Orthodox's Church stand on the state of Israel.

Tonight Fr. Evan answers a question regrading divorce within the church. Is it true the Orthodox Church is is banned in Ukraine? How do we cultivate humility. Fr. Evan is asked to answer a questions regarding the prayers of consecration of the eucharist

Fr. Evan answers a variety of questions tonight including giving an explanation on the account of Gabriel's announcement to Mary that she would bear the Son of God and her response. Is organ donation after death approved by the church and, so much more !

Fr. Evan responds to Canadian listener email regarding a woman who sufferred the loss of her husband asking advice on where to seek therapy ( ocampr.org ) Fr. Evan is asked his response to resurgence of covid restrictions and the impact this may have on the functioning of church services. How does the teaching of the church respond to those in the military who have perhaps had to take a life or women who have experienced abortion.

Fr. Evan is asked to comment about saints and them praying for us. How to we help our children who identify as gay and transgender within the context of the church. Is it acceptable to pray in non-orthodox places of worship? Fr. Evan explains the concept of theosis and how it differs from sanctification and, why do Orthodox churches struggle in missionary work, having Orthodox schools, hospitals, orphanages etc.

Fr. Evan is asked to give his thoughts on nihilism. An Anglican Dominican lay sister asks what is the Orthodox theology of Salvation? Does God chastise us through tribulations for not attending church?After confession, what is the responsibility of the priest, especially if the person revealed an egregious sin? Is it wrong for us to euthanize our sick pets? Is marriage a sacrament that extends into eternity ?

A question comes in from a four year old Sunday school student asking, where do souls go when a person departs from this earthy life? When having been baptized prior to entering the Orthodox Church, why is a re-baptism required. How do we understand God’s will for us when we struggle with depression and trying to just make it through the day. I have a friend who is very jealous, and a bitter personality, how can I best help my friend. I have a friend who addresses my priest as Yahweh and has a Arian disposition and does not believe in the divinity of Christ.

Fr. Evan answers an email question regarding the view of the Orthodox church regarding tattoos on our bodies. Fr. Evan is asked to share what his best book he would recommend as an introduction to Orthodoxy. Fr. Evan’s friend, Fr. Eugene Rosu calls in to chat about a book he wrote ; Church Ministries on a Shoestring Budget. You can find the book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and http://www.eugenrosu.com Question about local Orthodox Church liturgical traditions and how they differ from one jurisdiction to another

Anonymous caller question comes in asking Fr. Evan advice regarding how we best approach our loved ones who are gender sensitive or gay within the context of the Church. Anonymous writer askes how do we respond to a priest who is both verbally and spiritually abusive in the life of the parish. How can such a priest continue to serve the Eucharist and it remain holy.

Matthew calls in enquiring on the justification of iconography in the Orthodox Church. Fr. Evan is asked to give guidance on how a gay person can enter into the life of the Church. Debra asks Fr. Evan about Celtic Orthodoxy, are they legit. A listener from Melbourne Australia greets Fr. Evan and asks why we Christians wear crosses.

Fr. Evan tackles email questions and discussion with Mat. Trudi Richter.

Tonight Fr. Evan goes video live! In this episode Fr. Evan answers caller questions ranging from the relationship between the Jews and the Gentiles in the New Testament. What does the Orthodox Church say it believes and why should anyone consider becoming Orthodox. He answers email question regarding broken personal boundaries and the process of reconciliation. A young 6yrs old asks why God made Adam from dirt.

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 Christians alike,