Reintroduction Podcast

Uncover the ancient ascetic practice that has been utilized to overcome the human passions as we explore how fasting isn't just about abstaining from certain foods—it's a journey to rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. Join us as Sandra Mathoslah Sayegh shares her insights on transforming our approach to food and fasting, revealing the secrets to a balanced, nutritious lifestyle that honors both faith and well-being. Whether you're curious about Orthodox practices or seeking inspiration for a healthier life, this episode is a feast for the soul. Tune in and let Sandra guide you through the nourishing path of fasting!

Join us as we embark on an insightful journey alongside the wonderful Dr. Kathy Tadrous. With a blend of medical insights and real-life experiences, we'll uncover the remarkable influence of the church on building communities that truly matter. Get ready for candid conversations about vulnerability, and the profound impact of authentic connections.

Authenticity lies at the heart of Christianity, for it calls us to embrace our true selves and connect with God on a profound level. In a world often filled with pretense and artificiality, Fr. Joseph Dawoud and Fr. Kyrollos Murad will share their insights, drawing from their spiritual journeys and experiences within the Orthodox Christian faith. 

Does spirituality evolve? Or take different appearances over time? Tune in as we discuss how Christians can still live out an ancient faith in the 21st century while overcoming misconceptions about what it means to be a Christian. With our guest Father Antony Paul!

We are so excited to be back! In this episode, we discuss with Fr Elijah, formerly Chris, about his call to priesthood and how that impacts the podcast. We also discuss the plans we have for season 3 and the theme- What it means to be Christian!

Tune in as we debrief the highlights of the season and things that we learned from all the amazing guests who joined us! 

We all know a thing or two about contentment. Some of us have felt it in a moment in time, seen it in a grandparent, or heard that it's more fulfilling than happiness; yet it remains easy to miss. Join us in this episode as we learn more about Godly contentment with our dear friend, Mariam Kaldas! 

Do you prefer cats or dogs? Beaches or mountains? We tend to gravitate towards God's creation because It makes us feel a certain way, but is that the only reason the rest of creation exists? What is its impact on us and what is our responsibility towards restoring it to the paradise it ought to be? Join us this week as we discuss God's intention behind the co-dependence of humanity and nature on each other, with John Saad!

Have you passed by a homeless person lately that you did not want to help, but still could not look them in the eye? We tend to make decisions on the basis that both, poverty and affluence are relative to us. This makes it easy for us to choose who to help and who to ignore, but is it the best way?  Is the answer always “giving?” Is there such a thing as the spirituality of dealing with money when it comes to planning, giving and receiving? How do we deal with having disposable income while the local and international communities still struggle with poverty? What about our own poverty? Tune in as we discuss all these great questions with our awesome guests, Fr Abraham and Dalia Fam!

Is it ever ok to “cancel” someone, and Is there anything good about “cancel” culture? We live in a time where public and private opinion can turn against someone in an instant. Some argue that it is a force for good, while others warn of how it can be rooted in judgment and lack of forgiveness. Where do we draw the line? Join us this week with Fr Nathanael Guirguis Guirguis priest of St. Mark American Coptic Orthodox Church as we discover and walk the line between responsibility, mercy and forgiveness as Jesus taught us!

Why do we fight wars? And how have we spoiled peaceful and harmonious relationships to the point of annihilation throughout history? Is there something in common between our personal conflicts and world crises? Tune in this week as we discuss how God restores human relationships through beautiful humans- in conflicts of all shapes and sizes. Tune in to this episode as we have Aida Samir and Maria Andrawis on to discuss this topic from their vast experiences in war-stricken countries.

Marriage is nearly the most celebrated institution across all cultures. It is loved, feared and joked about all at once. There are those who have unlocked its God-given potential, and others who are left wondering why they did it in the first place.  Join us as we learn about why God gave it to us, when is it successful, and how to prepare for it from a professional and a spiritual point of view with Dr Maggie Ateia and Fr Shiryl Mathai!

Many people wonder about the purpose of their time single. Is a time of waiting to meet your life partner? Is it a time for one to focus on personal improvement or possibly draw near to God? Should we refer to it as a season that hopefully will pass? Tune in to this topic with our awesome guest, Deena Guirguis, to see how God intends to be with us in our time single!

Do you feel like sometimes it's hard to be Christ-like in the workplace? Do you feel like sometimes your job feels detached from your relationship with God? Do you feel like the difficult personalities at work make it near impossible to have peace let alone bring light to the setting? Tune in to this episode as we discuss these challenging questions and continue our theme of what it means to be human. Guest: Peter Meshreky 

Why did God give us work and what is it supposed to do for us as humans? Is it supposed to unlock something in our humanity that we wouldn't reach otherwise? Tune in as we focus on the purpose of work and how should that shape the pursuit of our careers. We are super excited about special guests Fr Daniel Meleka and Maggie Meleka.

“Where are you from?” and “what do you do for a living?” are two of the most common questions at any social function. Are we identified by these questions, or do they limit our understanding of ourselves and others? Join us this week as we discuss how we can discover our identity and how it is meant to integrate with our roles, gifts and responsibilities- with our very own, Heba Estafanous!

From human rights issues to our daily dealings with others, one thing they all have in common is that they deal directly with dignity. What is it? Is it impacted by our subjective experiences? Join us this week as we discuss how God intended for us to reveal the dignity of our brother. With Avram Ibrahim!

When God created man, He gave him a partner and a family and even strangers for a purpose. But how exactly did God intend for that relationship between humans to look like? What happened to that purpose today of human relationships and why should we even bother restoring it?! With guest, Sherry Fam!

What happened in Paradise? Is it a fairy tale? How does it affect you and I today? Join us as we discuss this important topic in our first episode back for season 2! Introducing what it means to BE human! With Fr Joseph Dawoud

In today's episode, we wrap up and recap the things we have learned from Season 1 of the podcast. We also give a sneak peek of what we have in store for season 2! Thank you for tuning in!

Have you asked the question of what is God’s role in the details of my life? We know this is one question that will often come up when we face challenges or tough decisions. This week’s episode is one that many of us often wonder about. We brought on two special guests, Fr Paul Girguis and Sherry Girguis! We think this episode will shed some light on this topic that causes a ton of confusion for many of us!

Why can’t God just appear to all people at the same time, to settle this God debate once and for all?” You’ve probably had that thought if you believe in God or you do not. The idea that God hasn’t shown Himself undoubtedly clear to humanity has left some denying His existence, and others feeling that they need to defend it. Join us this week as we have this awesome discussion with Dr Samuel Kaldas all the way from Sydney Australia!

Have you ever secretly said to yourself “ I wish we only had the God of the New Testament?” Is it hard “defending” the God of the Old Testament, and has God really changed? Does He change His mind, or have regrets? Has He dealt with humans differently, depending on the time or place, or even how He was feeling at the moment? We are super excited for this week’s episode to have this awesome discussion with two incredible theologians and faculty at Agora University Dr Michal Wingert & Dr Emmanuel Gergis, around the topic of understanding scripture and God through language and beyond!

Living in a world full of pain, we run to the church for healing. But what happens if the pain sometimes comes from with in the church? Are we tempted to be “done” with Her? Tune in to this episode as we discuss who the real Church is- what she owes us and what we owe her, in order to make a real difference in this world of pain. With fantastic guests, Sarah Selim Milad JD, and George Tadros, MD.*Sarah has also offered her expertise as a resource- you can connect with her at sarahmilad@gmail.com

In this episode our hosts and special guest Randa Wassef discuss why God desires for us to worship Him. Is He lacking something? Is He self-centered and self-obsessed and needs humans to make Him feel better about himself? Tune in to this week's episode as we talk about what real worship means and how it benefits us!

In this episode we discuss what life is like in the inner city and how to serve in communities in which poverty is a day-to-day reality. Special guests, Dr Maryann Salib and Fr John Boutros from St Moses in Saint Catherine Coptic Orthodox Church share with us insights from their experiences. This episode is eye-opening to those of us who have not had much interaction with the inner city community. It challenges the status quo

What are we going to do about racism as individuals, as a church and as a community? Join us in this conversation with special guests, Francella Brown and Father Anthony Mourad as we have this transparent and practical conversation, reflecting on our personal and collective responsibility towards forming a better society!

In light of the recent events with the death of GeorgeFloyd, many people have misconceptions about God and His view of race. Where does God stand on the issue of race? How are we as Christians supposed to bring healing to the world around us? Tune in to this week's episode as the guys tackle this topic with two awesome guests, Brad Smith and Samuel Beshara!

Is Christianity really inclusive? What did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the way?” Why should anyone consider Jesus to be more than just a good teacher? Join us this week as we get right to the heart of the topic and discuss if Jesus is Lord, liar or a lunatic!

Do you sometimes feel like you’re not good enough? Ever feel like God is judging you? Have you ever asked the question, how can a good God send people to hell? Our hosts this week clarify the meaning of God‘s judgment and try to shed light on this very challenging topic that many people struggle with.

Ever feel like God is trying to control you? Do you feel like sometimes God is a joy kill? Have others tried to control you in the name of God? Check out this episode as we discuss what a relationship with God ought to look like and how God is not about controlling you, but giving you freedom!

Ever wonder why it seems that the bad always succeed? Why does God seem to bless some and not others? Join us on this week's episode as we discuss who are the bad, who are the good and where you and I can find ourselves on the spectrum!

Why do we die? How can God die? Did Jesus really resurrect, and what does it all mean for me? Join us in this week's episode as we discuss these awesome questions and reflect on the real gems of Easter and Resurrection, besides the Easter eggs!

Is Corona/COVID-19 a punishment from God? How can a loving God sit and watch humanity suffer and do nothing? Join us as we discuss how the character of God can be seen, even during some of the toughest times that we are going through as a society!

We have often let our experiences of God shape our idea of who He is, rather than letting Him tell us about Himself. In this episode we jump into our own misconceptions of God and how we can change them.