Meditations, Sermons, Classes, and Lectures from St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Loveland, Colorado
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Answering Pointed Questions About Orthodox Faith, Tradition, and Practice
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Fr. Evan answers your questions on the role of the laity, establishing prayer spaces in common areas shared with non-Orthodox, feeling unwelcome at church, why God allowed the serpent in the Garden of Eden, and more in this episode of Orthodoxy Live!By Fr. Evan Armatas
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The duties of a disciple and the healing of the ten lepers.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan answers your questions on handling negative reactions to Orthodox conversions, habitual sin, and the faith versus works dichotomy on this episode of Orthodoxy Live.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Part 2 on forgiving from the heartBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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In this episode of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan answers your questions on handling catechism burnout, praying versus reading the scriptures, and learning more about the lives of the saints.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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What does it mean to forgive from our heart and how do we do it?By Fr. Evan Armatas
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In this Antipascha edition of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan takes your questions on forgiving those who repeatedly hurt us, how to concisely explain Orthodoxy to Christians outside of the church, and how the fast works for Orthodox in poor health.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan answers your questions on how to raise children in the faith, silent prayer during liturgy, returning to the church, and the background settings depicted in icons in this week's episode of Orthodoxy Live!By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Conclusion of the Rich man and Lazarus, Introduction of Chapter 17 and opening teachings on scandal, and forgivenessBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan answers your questions about judging others, the role of asceticism within the Orthodox tradition, prayers to the Theotokos, veneration of the saints, and more in this week's episode of Orthodoxy Live!By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Unfazed by technical difficulties, Fr. Evan takes questions on the ethics of intimacy within marriage, the finer points of the Prayer of St. Ephraim, Lenten fasting rules, and the theology of creation as we continue our shared journey to Pascha.*due to technical issues this is a audio only episodeBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Explanation of the Parable the Rich Man and LazarusBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan answers a caller question from enquirer regarding infant baptism. What does it really mean to be a sinner. What does Fr, Evan mean when he speaks of turning to our children. What doe the scriptures say about competition. Do converts who are married out side of the Orthodox Church need to remarry to fully convert to Orthodoxy?…
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Introduction to the Parable of the Rich Man and LazarusBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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What is forgiveness vespers and why is it important for us to practice. Why does the church have a prayer to the holy cross? How do we reconcile the Old Testament to the New Testament? Fr. Evan explains how the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector is completely relevant to God creating us with a free will and that loving Christ is always a…
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Critique of Pharisees and their love of moneyBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Explanation of the parable of the Unrighteous StewardBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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If we do not believe in purgatory why do we have memorial prayer services for our departed. What does it mean to dress for church. Fr. Evan and a caller have a conversation regarding non-Orthodox and salvation.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Is Numbers 32:11 the scripture Protestants use to get the age of reason to accept God and baptism? What is meant when the Theotokos is referred to as the champion of leaders or commander of bodiless powers. How can you support someone without necessarily agreeing with them. Yota and Vasily. Fr. Evan's friends from Ecuador, call in to greet him. And…
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Introduction to Chapter 16By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Is there any symbolic significance to the leafy branch used when sprinkling holy water. What are the benefits of fasting again ? How do you really comfort someone who is truly suffering. Was there ever a time when angels had free will? Does the church have any thoughts of UFO's. How should I spend my free time wisely.…
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Is is sinful to be a happy about living a virtuous life? Does the Orthodox Church teach that Jesus was an only child? Is it really necessary to confess to a priest to receive the forgiveness of sins? How long should one wait to take a monastic vow and how does one discern the call to monasticism. Does one need to wait until ones spouse is ready to …
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Tonight Fr. Evan is asked how we know Christ was born on Christmas day. Is it true Mary only birthed Jesus? And who are his brothers and sisters ? What are the dangers of of imagination at prayer, specifically phantasms. Does the church of a official stance on artificial intelligence? Is memorizing scripture a fruitful endeavor?…
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Last presentation on the Parable of the Prodigal SonBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan is asked to compare and contrast Orthodox Theosis vs Protestant sanctification. What is our experience when we die? How can I ensure God's design for marriage both as a leader and as equal partnership. How to best battle anger during the fast. A wicken from Scotland calls in to ask Fr. Evan a question about Christ.…
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Part 6 of the Parable of the Prodigal SonBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Part 5 of the Parable of the Prodigal SonBy Fr. Evan Armatas
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Do we need to remember and confess every sin in detail in order to be cleansed and forgiven? How does one go about getting permission to go the a monastery. What does " being sealed" at the Chrismation mean. Is it wrong to go into military combat? Is the connection a person has with their patron saint different than with saints in general?…
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An explanation of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, part 4By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Fr. Evan gives advice on how to renew your prayer life. Are there prayers that we should always say? What is the best way to begin a new prayer rule for oneself. What is our responsibility to bringing others into the Church and faith in Christ.By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Introduction to the Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 3By Fr. Evan Armatas
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Who did Adam and Eve's children end up marrying? How should we observe the sabbath. Why do we read that baptism must be performed in moving water in the Didache. What is the Orthodox faith's relationship to civil law. Why do we venerate the gospel book during matins and what should we say to the priest after we kiss his hand.…
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Introduction to the Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 2By Fr. Evan Armatas
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