We are a healing presence to others when we give them strength and when we give them hope. On Becoming a Healing Presence, Dr. Albert Rossi explains how to do both in imitation of Christ, our complete healer, who desires nothing more than for us to be His humanity on earth - his healing presence to…
Dr. Albert Rossi and Ancient Faith Radio
The Becoming a Healing Presence podcast, hosted by Dr. Albert Rossi, is an absolute gem in the world of Orthodox podcasting. With his wealth of knowledge and gentle wisdom, Dr. Rossi delivers profound insights that deeply resonate with listeners. I had the incredible opportunity to hear him speak at CrossRoad last summer, and his words moved me in ways I cannot adequately express. If you are seeking guidance on how to grow spiritually and become a healing presence in the world, I highly recommend this podcast.
One of the best aspects of The Becoming a Healing Presence podcast is Dr. Rossi's ability to reveal Christ as our great hope, nurturing teacher, and friend. Through his gentle and clear manner of speaking, he guides listeners on an inward journey where they can find solace and learn to enjoy life while glorifying God. His teachings are practical, grounded in Orthodox theology, and provide actionable steps for individuals to foster healing within themselves and others.
However, one potential drawback of this podcast is its focus on Orthodox Christianity. While this may not be an issue for devout Orthodox Christians or individuals interested in exploring the faith, it may limit the appeal for those from different religious backgrounds or non-religious listeners seeking spiritual insights on a broader scale. It would have been beneficial if Dr. Rossi occasionally incorporated perspectives from other religious traditions or explored universal themes of healing that could resonate with a wider audience.
In conclusion, The Becoming a Healing Presence podcast is undoubtedly a transformative experience for anyone who seeks spiritual growth and desires to become a source of healing in the world. Dr. Albert Rossi's profound teachings provide invaluable guidance on how to navigate life's challenges with grace and embrace our role as instruments of peace and love. Despite its narrow religious focus at times, this podcast remains an important force in the realm of Orthodox podcasting with its ability to inspire listeners towards personal transformation and deeper communion with God.

Dr. Rossi reflects on Fr. Hopko's often-repeated advice, "Stay close to Jesus," and also on what it means to say to someone, "Give me a word, please."

Dr. Rossi reflects on Fr. Hopko's often-repeated advice, "Stay close to Jesus," and also on what it means to say to someone, "Give me a word, please."

Dr. Rossi interviews a seminarian from Uganda.

Dr. Rossi interviews a seminarian from Uganda.

Dr. Rossi speaks with a colleague about an experience this colleague had at the Vigil for the Annunciation.

Dr. Rossi speaks with a colleague about an experience this colleague had at the Vigil for the Annunciation.

Dr. Rossi reflects on hidden saints and what it means to be a saint.

Dr. Rossi reflects on hidden saints and what it means to be a saint.

Dr. Rossi reflects on angels through sharing with us the music and wisdom of Arvo Pärt.

Dr. Rossi reflects on angels through sharing with us the music and wisdom of Arvo Pärt.

Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent health incident and relates it to the concept of imposter syndrome.

Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent health incident, and relates it to the concept of imposter syndrome.

Dr. Rossi reflects on love language -- and the proper use of silence in love.

Dr. Rossi reflects on love language -- and the proper use of silence in love.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on The Journal of Joy, by Nicolae Steinhardt.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on The Journal of Joy, by Nicolae Steinhardt.

Dr. Rossi extolls the virtues of silence and of not overthinking and overspeaking.

Dr. Rossi extolls the virtues of silence and of not overthinking and overspeaking.

Dr. Rossi ponders what we are by looking at another aspect of what we are not.

Dr. Rossi ponders what we are by looking at another aspect of what we are not.

Dr. Rossi reflects on how we are not are sins or our virtues. What, then, is left? Can we love ourselves for who we are?

Dr. Rossi reflects on how we are not are sins or our virtues. What, then, is left? Can we love ourselves for who we are?

Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent experience and the role of that particular prayer, "Jesus, Thy Will Be Done," in his life.

Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent experience and the role of that particular prayer, "Jesus, Thy Will Be Done," in his life.

Dr. Rossi reflects upon the wisdom of a term that young people are using. What is "secret sauce"?

Dr. Rossi reflects upon the wisdom of a term that young people are using. What is "secret sauce"?

Dr. Rossi interviews Nico Bezzerides, a student at Dartmouth who has taken the fall semester off to do missionary work in Gulu, Uganda, with Fr. Simon Menya.

Dr. Rossi interviews Nico Bezzerides, a student at Dartmouth who has taken the fall semester off to do missionary work in Gulu, Uganda, with Fr. Simon Menya.

Dr. Rossi reflects on the relationship between the Creed and the Jesus Prayer, and how central mercy is to our lives.

Dr. Rossi reflects on the relationship between the Creed and the Jesus Prayer, and how central mercy is to our lives.

Dr. Rossi visits the ocean and reflects on the mess in his mind.

Dr. Rossi visits the ocean and reflects on the mess in his mind.

Dr. Rossi reflects on what Jesus means when he says that his yoke is easy and his burden is light.