Orthodox Ethos

Answering Protestant Objections with Fr. John Whiteford

Fr. John Whiteford of St. Jonah Orthodox Church in Spring, Texas joins us to answer Protestant questions and objections to the Orthodox Faith and Way.

How Orthodox Prepare for Difficult Days

An Orthodox reflection on the way we spiritually and materially prepare for economic and social crisis or even collapse.

On Contraception: The Orthodox Christian Stance

Misinformation abounds around the Patristic position concerning contraception and the avoidance of child—bearing. It need not be so. The patristic consensus, which is the position of the Orthodox Church yesterday, today and forever, is very clear. In this podcast we will present the basics, even if we only succeed in introducing a topic which will undoubtedly require each faithful’s personal engagement, under the guidance of their spiritual father, to fully understand and follow unto the fulfillment of their joy in Christ. For further reading, we highly recommend: ON CONTRACEPTIVES: https://store-71zyqf6.mybigcommerce.com/content/Who-Should-We-Listen-to-by-Priestmonk-Kosmas-2nd-printingWEB.pdf

Against the False Enlightenment: St. Athanasius of Paros

Join Fr. Peter as he introduces the forthcoming titles from Uncut Mountain Press, the three volume work by St. Athanasius of Paros “Against the Enlightenment,” available for pre-order now at a discount. Volume One: Defense of the Christian Faith Volume Two: On the True Philosophy Volume Three: Antidote to Atheism Learn more and order here: https://www.uncutmountainpress.com

Orthodoxy and America After 250 Years

We will give a short history of Orthodoxy in America, reference aspects of the lives of the Saints of America, and speak to the phenomenon of “Ameridoxy” today, in light of the “convert surge”.

A Response to Gavin Ortlund On the Church — Identity and Boundaries

Gavin Ortlund expresses the doubts and confusion endemic to the Protestant world with regard to ecclesiology. On the ocassion of his recent discussion with Jonathan Pageau we will take a look at some aspects of his understanding of Christ, the Church and salvation and answer some of the questions or objections he raises.

Liberty, Equality, Fraternity: St. Raphael Against Socialism

Liberty, Equality, Fraternity: St. Raphael Against Socialism Introducing the newest offering from Uncut Mountain Press by St. Raphael of Brooklyn, Against Socialism: Christian Teaching Versus Human Teaching Concerning Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. Get your copy: https://uncutmountainpress.com/products/against-socialism

Joining the Catechumen to the Church

Fr. Peter speaks to inquirers, catechumens and Orthodox Christians alike about the process of uniting ourselves to Christ.

St. Paisius Velichkovsky: Confessor & Defender of Orthodoxy

Fr. Filotheu Bălan of the Petru Voda, disciple of Elder Justin Parvu, joins the Orthodox Ethos to discuss the unpublished works of the great Hesychast Father, St. Paisius of Neamtz.

St. Patrick and Orthodox Mission Today

Join Fr. Peter and Gregory for a look at the Great Orthodox Missionary to Ireland and the Orthodox Mission Today, both in the British Isles and around the world.

The New Testament in the Second Century - St. Hilarion Troitsky

This essay and lecture will open your eyes to the reality of the Church and the Holy Scriptures in the 2nd century. St. Hilarion addresses the views of Scripture held by two heretical movements of the day, Marcionism and Montanism, as well as the stance of St. Ireneaus of Lyon vis-a-vis Holy Scripture and the heretics. If you are a devotee of "sola scriptura" and under the influencce of the Protestant misunderstanding of the place of Scripture in the Church, this lecture will help you tremendously. BUY HERE: https://uncutmountainpress.com/products/bible-church-history-a-theological-examination

Holy Scripture and the Church by St. Hilarion Troitsky

This essay will totally reorient any Protestant toward the age-old, perennial, patristic understanding of the nature and place of the Holy Scriptures in the life of a Christian. BUY HERE: https://uncutmountainpress.com/products/bible-church-history-a-theological-examination

Repentance and Confession in the Church and in Catholicism

St. Hilarion (Troitsky), the New Martyr, guides us through this comparison which will greatly aid us in further discerning the Orthodox phronema and ethos vis-a-vis the heterodox mindset and spirit and the incursion of secularism, legalism and moralism. BUY HERE: https://uncutmountainpress.com/products/bible-church-history-a-theological-examination

War on Iran, Fall of Erdogan and WWIII: Prophecies Finding Fulfillment?

Prophecies are given for us and our salvation, to protect the watchful and prepare the faithful, and if there is repentance, to remain unfulfilled. How should we live now? How shall we stand? Join us for a look at some of the prophectic utterances and the latest headlines. - - - Original stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wJ7LZZ7Kh4&t=1s

Delusions of Zionism

A) Excerpt from "The Mystery of Christ: An Athonite Catechism (Lesson 14) - The Coming Messiah" by Fr. Peter Heers https://youtube.com/live/4U26GkykKDk - - - B) Excerpted from Lesson 23: The Revelation of Jesus Christ to the Apostle & Evangelist John the Theologian, Rev. 20:5-6 (Series 4), by Fr. Peter Heers https://youtube.com/live/TAZK-CODi2g - - - C) Excerpted from Lesson 23: The Revelation of Jesus Christ to the Apostle & Evangelist John the Theologian, Rev. 20:5-6 (Series 4), by Fr. Peter Heers https://youtube.com/live/TAZK-CODi2g

Your Great Lenten Struggle

A “pep talk” for you on your struggle as you enter into the Great Fast and Journey to Pascha: on divine services, prayer rule, typikon, fasting and feasting and fielding your questions on all things Lenten.

A Vision of an Orthodox Parish

We resume our streams with a presentation on what an ideal Orthodox parish might be. We also discuss the recent announcement and developments with regard to Fr. Peter’s new ecclesiastical assignment.

How to Overcome Pornography & Lust

Struggling to overcome porn or battling lust? In this powerful Orthodox Christian teaching, Fr. Peter Heers exposes the spiritual roots of pornography and masturbation, revealing how these grave passions enslave the soul and separate us from God. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers (especially St. Nicodemos of the Holy Mountain) and Orthodox canon law, he explains how to stop porn addiction through repentance, obedience, fasting, prayer, and humility. This is a must-watch for anyone struggling with these passions or seeking to help others overcome them in Christ through the healing medicine of the Orthodox Church.

Freemasonry: Today's Satanic Gnosticism

What does Freemasonry really teach about God, creation, and Christ? In this powerful exposé, we examine the 12th and 18th degree Masonic manuals and their shocking parallels to ancient Gnosticism. With direct quotes from Masonic sources and commentary from Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios, this video uncovers the anti-Christian doctrines hidden beneath the surface of Masonry — including their views on Lucifer, the dualistic god of Gnosticism, and the denial of Christ’s true mission. We’ll also explore the spiritual danger of these teachings and how they aim to subvert and destroy Orthodox Christianity from within through ecumenism, syncretism, and deception.

Today's Saints: Our Bridge to the Fathers and Apostles (2024 Lecture)