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Speaking the Truth in Love
Providing compelling commentary on Christian belief and behavior, Fr. Tom Hopko has joined the growing podcast family of Ancient Faith Radio.
Fr. Tom reads all of his email and he will do his best to respond if requested as he is able.
Fr. Thomas Hopko is Dean Emeritus of St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary and the author of numerous books and articles including Christian Faith and Same Sex Attraction, published by Conciliar Press.
Visit our Schedules page to see when this podcast will be broadcast on Ancient Faith Talk.
Programs
How We Speak Of God - Part 3
Posted Thursday, July 17, 2008
This time, Fr. Thomas speaks of the Activities and Actions of God.
How We Speak Of God - Part 2
Posted Monday, July 14, 2008
Fr. Tom continues his discussion, this time focusing on the Divine Attributes of God.
How We Speak Of God - Part 1
Posted Thursday, July 10, 2008
Fr. Thomas begins a four-part series on naming God and the language and words we use in the process.
The Iconographic Tradition Of The Holy Trinity
Posted Sunday, July 06, 2008
Fr. Thomas explains the two ways the Holy Trinity are depicted in icons.
The Holy Trinity
Posted Thursday, July 03, 2008
Fr. Thomas examines the Holy Trinity, which leads to the answer to Christ's question, "Who do you say I am?"
A Chosen Instrument of Mine - St. Paul
Posted Sunday, June 29, 2008
Fr. Thomas shows how, despite his persecution of the early Church, St. Paul was indeed an Apostle-- by having seen the risen Lord and through his suffering.
Keys to the Kingdom - St. Peter
Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Fr. Thomas discusses "the rock" upon whom Christ built His Church and St. Peter's role in that early Church.
Fasting
Posted Sunday, June 22, 2008
With the Apostles' fast at hand, Fr. Thomas reflects on the practice and rules for fasting.
The Sunday Of All The Saints
Posted Thursday, June 19, 2008
Fr. Thomas shows how we are all called to be Saints and examines the many different kinds of Saints.
The Holy Spirit
Posted Monday, June 16, 2008
The day after Pentecost is the Feast of the Holy Spirit in the Orthodox Church and Fr. Thomas uses it to examine more closely the "Spirit who proceeds from the Father."
Pentecost
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2008
Fr. Thomas looks at the roots of Pentecost-- the coming of the Spirit-- in Old Testament worship.
The Sunday Of The Holy Fathers
Posted Friday, June 06, 2008
Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the seventh Sunday of Pascha-- the Sunday between Ascension and Pentecost.
Ascension
Posted Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Fr. Thomas rejoices in the enthronement of the crucified One, raised and glorified.
Granting Sight To The Blind Man
Posted Thursday, May 29, 2008
What does this miracle of Christ tell us about the blind man, about God, about Jesus and ultimately, about us?
Commencement
Posted Monday, May 26, 2008
Fr. Thomas outlines a hypothetical commencement address he would give to graduates of all faiths and beliefs, then blesses us with his actual address last year to the graduates of St. Vladimir's.
The Samaritan Woman At The Well
Posted Thursday, May 22, 2008
Fr. Thomas looks at the Gospel for the fifth Sunday of Pascha-- a miraculous sign that at first glance doesn't seem to involve a miracle.
The Book Of Acts
Posted Monday, May 19, 2008
Comparing the two sources for readings during the Paschal season-- the Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of John.
The Healing Of The Paralytic
Posted Thursday, May 15, 2008
Fr. Thomas enumerates the seven great messianic signs of Jesus in St. John's Gospel, focusing on the healing of the paralytic at Bethesda.
The Myrrhbearing Women
Posted Saturday, May 10, 2008
Fr. Thomas examines who the Myrrhbearing Women were and clears up some misconceptions about Mary Magdalene in the process.
The Descent Of Jesus Into Hades
Posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008
Fr. Thomas uses the Paschal icon as an opportunity to clear up some misconceptions about Sheol/Hades and Gahenna/Hell.
Thomas Sunday
Posted Friday, May 02, 2008
Father Thomas educates us on why the Sunday a week after our Lord's Resurrection is also called Antipascha.
Christ Is Risen - Truly He Is Risen
Posted Saturday, April 26, 2008
On this, the greatest of all Feast Days, Fr. Thomas explains what we, as Orthodox Christians, know for certain about Jesus Christ.
Great And Holy Friday
Posted Thursday, April 24, 2008
Fr. Thomas examines the Mystery of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of our Lord and how it led to the re-creation of the world.
Great and Holy Week - Part 2
Posted Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Fr. Thomas continues his examination of Passion Week with Jesus' teachings on the final judgement.
Great and Holy Week - Part 1
Posted Monday, April 21, 2008
The week before Pascha begins with the Bridegroom Matins. Christ is the Bridegroom and we are the Bride, joined in perfect unity through His crucifixion.
The Entry of Jesus Into Jerusalem
Posted Sunday, April 20, 2008
Fr. Thomas takes a closer look at the "Celebration of the Kingship of Christ".
Lazarus Saturday
Posted Friday, April 18, 2008
Fr. Thomas explores the ultimate Messianic sign from the Gospel of St. John.
Great Lent - Week 6
Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2008
In this last week of Great Lent, Father Thomas connects the parable of the rich man and Lazarus with Christ's raising from the dead of the actual Lazarus.
24:47
St. Mary Of Egypt
Posted Friday, April 11, 2008
Fr. Thomas contrasts the story of the fallen, then raised Mary of Alexandria with that of another Mary-- the Theotokos.
17:16
Great Lent - Week Five (part 2)
Posted Thursday, April 10, 2008
Fr. Thomas gives an overview of the services for the 5th week of Great Lent and their final emphasis on penitance and repentance.
18:38
The Fifth Sunday Of Lent
Posted Wednesday, April 09, 2008
Fr. Thomas starts with a review of the Gospel reading of Mark for the Fourth Sunday of Lent and transitions to the 5th Sunday explaining how reigning with our Lord is dependent on suffering with Him.
23:01
St. Tikhon - April 7
Posted Sunday, April 06, 2008
On April 7, we remember the repose of St. Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Apostle to America. Fr. Tom has 3 stories to tell about this venerable Saint.
4th Sunday of Lent - St. John of the Ladder
Posted Friday, April 04, 2008
It is at this point in our Lenten journey that the Church contemplates the instruction of St. John Climacus and his Ladder of Divine Ascent. Fr. Tom takes us step by step through this treasure and makes it practical for us non-monastics!
(33:36)
Sunday of the Cross
Posted Saturday, March 29, 2008
On the 3rd Sunday of Great Lent, we concentrate on the Cross of Christ and Fr. Tom helps us understand what it means to take up our cross.
The Epistle to the Hebrews
Posted Friday, March 28, 2008
Fr. Thomas explains the significance of St. Paul's letter to the Hebrews in our Lenten journey.
22:56
The Prayer of St. Ephraim
Posted Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Fr. Thomas examines the Prayer of St. Ephraim and why it is so appropriate for us during Great Lent.
22:20
The Magnificat
Posted Tuesday, March 25, 2008
As we continue to remember the significance of the Annunciation, Fr. Tom gives a helpful reflection on the Magnificat.
The Annunciation
Posted Monday, March 24, 2008
On March 25, exactly 9 months before Nativity, the Church celebrates the Annunciation to the Theotokos that she will be the Mother of God. God's declaration through the angel Gabriel, however, had a contingency attached. Listen to find out what it was.
Read The Bible During Lent
Looking for an inspiring book to read during Lent? Try the Bible! Fr. Tom specifically recommends certain books of the Bible during this season.
10:00
The Healing of The Paralytic
Posted Saturday, March 22, 2008
Fr. Tom offers thoughts on the healing of the paralytic.
(23:50)
St. Gregory Palamas - 2nd Sunday of Lent
Posted Friday, March 21, 2008
On the 2nd Sunday of Great Lent we remember St. Gregory Palamas and Fr. Tom instructs us on why he is so important in our theology about knowing the unknowable God.
34:00
The Pre-Sanctified Liturgy
Posted Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Fr. Tom gives a meditation on the rich meaning of the pre-sanctified liturgy of Great Lent.
16:37
The Triumph of Orthodoxy
Posted Monday, March 17, 2008
You won't find a more concise and helpful explanation of why Orthodox Christians keep and venerate icons.
29:21
Lent - The Tithe of the Year
Posted Thursday, March 13, 2008
Great Lent is considered the tithe of the year, during which believers try to be what they ought always to be. Fr. Tom, in response to a request once made of him, shares with us a list of "things that a believer would do if he were really a believer."
Forgiveness Sunday 2 - Asking for Forgiveness
Posted Monday, March 10, 2008
Fr. Tom considers the act of asking for forgiveness, as well as who it is we hurt when we sin.
