Coming out of Chaos

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss how having endurance can help us all to become saints. They also talk about how St. Nektarios of Aegina and St. John Maximovich were great examples of men who lived lives of Godly endurance. Register for the AMEN Conference & Retreat at https://domse.org/event/amen-conference-retreat/

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss the importance of embracing vigilance in our lives.  They also talk about what we can learn about vigilance from the lives of St. George the Trophy Bearer and St. Paisios the Athonite.

In this Episode, Michael and Bryce discuss the lives of St. Raphael of Brooklyn and St. Joseph the Betrothed. In their discussion, they talk about how each saint exemplified the virtue of obedience throughout their lives and what we as men can learn from their examples.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce start a new series focusing on saints who exemplified each of the AMEN core values in their lives. St. Alfred the Great and St. John the Baptist are discussed in this episode, each showing us what true leadership is all about.

In this Episode, Michael and Bryce make a BIG announcement and share some great news regarding a major event that is being planned for Orthodox Christian men!  Be sure to listen to the announcement in this podcast and then register for the event using this link: https://store.ancientfaith.com/2023-afm-amen/

In this special episode, Michael and Bryce are joined by a live audience at the 2022 DOMSE Fall Retreat at St. Ignatius Church in Franklin, TN.  They discuss the importance of brotherhood and especially for men who are in a state of internal “lock down.”

In this episode, Michael & Bryce talk about what the battle plan should be as we engage in spiritual warfare. They discuss the concept of the nous, how the devil attacks us through thoughts and temptations, and what we must keep in mind when we are under spiritual attack.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce begin to discuss the topic of spiritual warfare.  This is an introduction to what will be a multi part series on the topic, and it will focus on how we should approach spiritual warfare as men.

Being a Christian is not a virtual experience, it means living in reality.  In this episode, Michael and Bryce talk about what it means to live in reality and how we can and should bring reality back in a world that is becoming more and more virtual with each passing day.

Michael and Bryce are joined by AMEN Spiritual Advisor Fr. Hans Jacobse for a deep and meaningful conversation on many of the issues that men are struggling with today. This episode was recorded while at the 2022 DOMSE Parish Life Conference in Memphis, TN!

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss what happens when demons attack us and how we can and should fight back. This conversation dives deep into what spiritual warfare is and how we can win our battles against the forces of evil in our day-to-day lives.

Michael and Bryce sit down with Fr. Paul Fuller, the pastor at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Springdale AR, for a compelling interview on finding the right balance in parish life, in ministry, and in living the Orthodox Christian faith.

Michael and Bryce are joined by 2 very special guests, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick and Fr. Stephen De Young, for a podcast crossover episode with The Lord of Spirits.  Fr. Andrew and Fr. Stephen discuss many important topics with Michael and Bryce that are particularly relevant to men in this episode!

In this episode, Michael and Bryce talk about five key areas of focus for Great Lent that help us all in our journey to the empty tomb of Christ.  They provide many practical examples from their experience of how we can be best equipped for the journey and how we can grow spiritually from it.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss what is necessary for men to recover their own manhood while helping others to recover their manhood as well in our chaotic age.  They also talk about the importance of being positive examples to younger and less experienced men who need strong men as role models.

Michael and Bryce sit down for a conversation with Fr. Timothy Baclig, pastor of St. Michael Antiochian Orthodox Church in Van Nuys, CA.  In this episode, Fr. Timothy reflects on his last 39 years as an Orthodox priest, talks about his background, and shares some great wisdom based on his experience.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce sit down for a conversation with His Grace, Bishop NICHOLAS, bishop of the Diocese of Miami and the Southeast (DOMSE).  Bishop NICHOLAS talks about The Antiochian Men, the many recent initiatives and events in DOMSE, and some words of encouragement to everyone who has been struggling through the Pandemic.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss what our true calling is as men.  They talk about the concept of self-censoring and the importance of avoiding this tendency within ourselves while we speak the truth in love.  They also discuss how we find God and we find ourselves in service to our neighbor.

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins join Michael and Bryce for a very special podcast crossover episode, merging “Coming Out of Chaos” with “On the Battlefield.”  This episode includes a very deep conversation on authentic manhood, brotherhood, Jordan Peterson, and spiritual warfare. You won’t want to miss this deep and compelling episode!

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss what is needed for the return of authentic masculinity in our culture today.  They discuss the importance of “the pursuit of holiness” and the proper understanding of vulnerability as requiring manly courage in our authentic relationships with others.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss the roots of the crisis that men are facing in the dominant culture today, and what our proper response should be as Orthodox Christian Men.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce shift their attention to the crisis that young men are facing in the dominant culture today. They also discuss the problem of addiction to pornography and how it can be overcome.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce talk about the proper understanding of power and authority as taught by the Orthodox Church.  They also discuss the myth of “toxic masculinity” and expose the agenda behind the use of this term in society today.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce talk more about who the authentic Jesus Christ is and how we can be conformed to His image according to Orthodox Christianity. They also discuss the importance of continuity, church history, and tradition.

In this episode, Michael Baclig and Bryce Kirk discuss how men prefer no sentimentality in worship. They also describe how their experiences in the Orthodox Church are consistent with this mentality.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce continue to go through the article “Why Orthodox Men Love Church” and discuss how the Orthodox Church helps men with having clear disciplines and a well-defined goal.

In this episode, Michael and Bryce begin to go through an article by Frederica Mathewes-Green titled “Why Orthodox Men Love Church.” They explore the theme of Orthodoxy being “challenging” to men, and discuss how it is “active and not passive.”

In this first episode, Michael and Bryce introduce themselves and talk about The Antiochian Men, the reason the title of this podcast was chosen, what the problem is that they see with podcasts in general, Jordan Peterson’s impact on young men, and the goals of this new podcast for men!