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The Seen and Unseen World in Orthodox Christian Tradition

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Father Stephen discusses our alienation from our humanity, and how the Orthodox Church is positioned. Live Q&A with Fr. Stephen and Fr. Andrew follows. Recorded at the 2026 Parish Life Conference of the Antiochian Diocese of Miami and the Southeast, ... more

Father Andrew presents on the current Orthodox convert surge. How do we understand and address it? Live Q&A with Fr. Andrew and Fr. Stephen follows. Recorded at the 2026 Parish Life Conference of the Antiochian Diocese of Miami and the Southeast, Jun... more

The strangest and most mysterious of the texts in the ancient Christian collection known as the Apostolic Fathers is the Shepherd of Hermas. How should this apocryphal text be read, and what does it mean?

The Podfathers reach down into the audio mailbag to answer your questions. You never quite know what people are willing to say into voicemail, so here we go!

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Mary Fox
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Episode: Convert Surge: The Wise Welcome

Hosts

Father Andrew Stephen Damick
Orthodox Christian Priest; Host of The Lord of Spirits; affiliated with Ancient Faith Ministries / The Lord of Spirits
Father Stephen De Young
Orthodox Christian Priest; Co-host of The Lord of Spirits; affiliated with Ancient Faith Ministries / The Lord of Spirits

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Love it but alas!

    I adore this show *and* the banter between the Fathers. It’s lamentable that so much editing has been done to remove it from recent episodes. Please bring it back!! Where would the Orthodox meme world be if “wet bread” never existed in the lexicon! How many more “wet breads” has the world been missing??

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    BettyWight
    United States13 days ago
  • Guidance on Living

    The Torah and the gospel speak of two ways: living and dying. This show is all about living. Sure, there is talk of beasts, giants, and other things that go bump in the night. There are also discussions of ontology and epistemology, and much other fodder for the theo-philosophical nerd. But at its core, its essence, this show is about living. Fully. Abundantly. So listeners that make it through the 3 halves of each episode are both blessed and emboldened to participate the Christ's ushering in ... more

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    5
    aabeaujean
    United States2 months ago
  • Protestant to Orthodoxy Path

    I’m a Protestant seeking conversion to Orthodoxy. These podcasts help me to start building my learning towards my relationship with Christ. I highly recommend these podcasts. I yearn for learning. Not trying to be funny. May the Holy Father Bless this podcast to continue!

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    5
    lfiorello
    United States2 months ago
  • Informative

    I don’t know what the negative reviews are talking about. I enjoy the banter and “juvenile” jokes. If they didn’t joke around, and always stayed on the topic of deep theology, I think it would be dull and would paint the orthodox life as boring and lame. I like that these two Fathers have personalities and interests outside of theology, as well. It makes me feel like they’re friends, not just Priests. If I had one criticism it would be that frequency with which Father Stephen says, “right,” but ... more

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    5
    ATACC31409
    United States2 months ago
  • Finally, up to date.

    It took a year to get current on the episodes, so I’m a little nervous that I’ll have to start waiting for them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trench Hallway
    United States3 months ago

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- Consistent praise for ability to connect ancient theology with modern questions.
- Generally positive about depth and accessibility of theology.
- Mixed on pacing; praised for insights but some say episodes ramble.

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Convert Surge: The Wise Welcome
Q: What role can laypeople play in caring for catechumens and new members?
Create formal roles like catechesis buddies, volunteer mentors, and practical ministry teams (visiting the sick, alley cleanup, coffee hours) to help newcomers integrate and feel valued within the parish community.
Convert Surge: The Wise Welcome
Q: What should catechesis look like beyond Orthodoxy 101 to form mature, worshiping Christians?
Move beyond rote doctrinal classes to training that emphasizes lived faith, regular worship participation, home prayer, almsgiving, and active parish life, with catechists guiding people into habitual practice rather than only information.
Convert Surge: The Wise Welcome
Q: How can parishes attract more women and balance the mix of new converts with long-time parishioners?
Focus on inclusive, welcoming practices, mentorship between generations, and practical outreach that meets people where they are, while avoiding language or structures that alienate long-time members. Emphasize family life, marriage-minded outreach, and building a cosmopolitan, multilingual community that remains faithful to Orthodoxy.
Pantheon and Pandemonium XXI: Asynchronous Q&A June 2026
Q: What is the proper understanding of the bloodless sacrifice in the liturgy?
The answer given is that the Eucharist participates in Christ's single, eternal sacrifice; there is no new shedding of blood created in the liturgy, hence the term bloodless or noetic. The language emphasizes unity with Christ's sacrifice rather than a fresh sacrifice.
Let Me Acts You Something
Q: How should we think about reading these extracanonical texts in relation to canonical scripture?
These texts are witnesses to traditions and should be read for edification and understanding of early Christian life, not as pristine historical records. They can be read in multiple ways, including orthodox and Gnostic interpretations, but the Church historically distinguishes between what is read publicly (canonical) and what is read privately (apocrypha), using discernment and pastoral guidance.

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This show presents deep Orthodox Christian discussion through two priests who explore the seen and unseen world, church history, theology, and patristic interpretation with a warm, conversational vibe. Episodes blend scripture study, liturgical practice, historical context, and occasional pop culture references to illustrate complex ideas, often inviting listener questions in live formats. Listeners seem to value rigorous theology and accessible explanations, while some episodes are noted for lively banter and digressions that can edge toward rambling. The combination of strong doctrinal content with engaging storytelling and humor is a notable strength, potentially appealing to listeners who appreciate rich historical and theological discu... more

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