Light of the World

Jan 20 2025 10 ep. 56 mins 13
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Sharing the Light of Orthodoxy with the world one talk at a time, two seminarians from Holy Trinity Orthodox Seminary speak with some of the most respected and knowleadgable figures in the Orthodox Church.

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An Ode to Gen Z: The Most Atheist Generation

Jan 20 2025 37 mins  
Generation Z (born 1997-2012) is the most stressed, isolated and depressed generation to exist. They are also the most atheistic. What's going on? We discuss this epidemic with Protopriest Viatcheslav Davidenko, who works intensely at cultivating a spiritual haven for the youth of today's world. Please support me if you like this show! paypal.me/andreyslivin

The Man between Reagan and Gorbachev: Dimitry Zarechnak

Jan 03 2025 38 mins  
How do you acquire spiritual peace when the fate of the world depends on your words? From 1971-1999, Dimitry Zarechnak was a Russian-English interpreter for the United States Department of State. He was the one who translated Gorbachev's Russian to then-president Ronald Reagan at the SALT (unclear disarmament talks), and vice versa. Hear his reflections on his work, his faith, and

Miracles of the Theotokos: The Kursk Root Icon

Jun 17 2024 67 mins  
In this episode, the Kursk Root Icon of the Theotokos graces us as Archpriest Serge Lukianov recounts some wondrous stories of one of the most miraculous icons of the Orthodox Church.

Astrology: What's going on?

Dec 15 2023 64 mins  
Sun sign, moon sign... Capricorn, Taurus, Mercury in retrograde... Astrology has been around for many centuries. Why is it suddenly becoming so popular? Is it all make-believe, or is there something actually behind it all? Is it harmless, or can it lead to delusion? Find out today with Edward Novis, our Professor of Byzantine Philosophy and English Literature.

Federal Judge and Deacon: Law and Orthodoxy

Sep 27 2023 54 mins  
In this episode, we interview Deacon Stephanos Bibas, a Federal Judge (appointed in 2017) who is just one level under the Supreme Court. How does one navigate the American legal system while being Orthodox? Tune in to find out.

Modern Academia: Pronouns and Gender Identity

Aug 03 2023 57 mins  
A person tells you they have new pronouns. How are you, as an Orthodox Christian, supposed to respond? Will your attitude anger them, or will it light a spark that might bring them into the Holy Church? In this episode, former Chicago Sun Times journalist and current professor of English Literature at Bucknell University, Deacon Paul Siewers, talks to us about navigating the waters

Seeking God's Will: Marriage and Vocation

Jun 16 2023 61 mins  
"Thy will be done." What does this mean? How does one figure out exactly what the Lord wants from them? In this highly anticipated episode of Light of the World, we sit down with Archpriest Serge Lukianov of the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral based in Lakewood, New Jersey to find out.

Archpriest Victor Potapov's Reflections

Apr 21 2023 58 mins  
Christ is Risen! In this episode, we interview Archpriest Victor Potapov of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St John the Baptist about his life as a priest, and what his thoughts are on a wide variety of topics. From working for the CIA and pioneering essential religious broadcasting to the USSR to manning one of ROCOR's largest parishes, Fr. Victor has seen it all – and has qui

Intro to Orthodoxy: Catechism

Mar 23 2023 72 mins  
As an inquirer, you may be wondering, "How do I become Orthodox?" Or, "What is the process and how long does it take?" Or even, "What is the most common struggle for an Orthodox catechumen?" We are glad you asked! In this episode, Hieromonk Theodore (Stanway) of Holy Trinity Monastery educates us on the intricacies of an Orthodox catechism, the role of a Godparent, and how to navig

The Divine Services: Heaven on Earth

Mar 10 2023 51 mins  
On this episode of Light of the World, Father Deacon Nicholas Kotar joins us to discuss how we see Heaven brought down to Earth during the divine services at church. Referencing St. Maximos the Confessor's On The Ecclesiastical Mystagogy, we delve into some fascinating liturgical concepts which help us better understand what truly goes on in church, and how we actively participate