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Meesha Turner (Six / Stranger Things) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Meesha discuss Reverberation (Bristol Old Vic) as well as the latest news about Titanique, Wicked merch, Max Harwood being cast in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical and lots more. Meesha is a 2020 graduate of The Royal Academy of Music. After touring in Soul Legends and The Magic of Motown, she made her West End debut as Catherine Parr in Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre). Meesha went on to play Mrs Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and is currently coming to the end of her run in the original cast of Stranger Things: The First Shadow (Phoenix Theatre). Later this month Meesha is starring in the concert of Matthew Harvey's new musical Unbound. Following its premiere at the Birmingham Hippodrome as part of BYMT's 20th anniversary season, Unbound is being staged at Hoxton Hall under the creative direction of Ryan Carter. You can see Unbound at Hoxton Hall on 27th October. Visit www.unboundmusical.com for info and tickets. Follow Meesha on Instagram: @turnermeeshaHosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.
In this video Max Harwood concludes the podcast for the time being and answers a number of questions from listeners.
Max Harwood offers an interpretation on Mark 8:22-10:52 which focuses on Christ's way of life and the need for Christ to heal people's spiritual perception so they can follow Christ on the way. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation on Mark 8:22-10:52 which focuses on Christ's way of life and the need for Christ to heal people's spiritual perception so they can follow Christ on the way. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood discusses the symbolism of Christ's feedings of the 5000 and 4000 in Mark's Gospel. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 6:6-30, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 5-6:6, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto). Icon by Kh Bonnie Gillis of Holy Nativity Orthodox in Langley, BC. For private lessons and requests for custom icons, see: https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/users/kh-bonnie-gillis
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 4:1-41, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 3:1-35, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 2:1-28, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 1:16-45, focusing on Christ's creation of a new community. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Dr Zachary Porcu discuss the definition of a sacrament and what it means to be a sacramental Christian. 1.) Dr Zachary Porcu's book on sacramentality: https://store.ancientfaith.com/journey-to-reality-sacramental-life-in-a-secular-age/ 2.) Have a Question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Zachary Porcu is a professor of history and theology at the University of St. Katherine in San Marcos, California, and a catechist at St. Andrew's parish in Riverside. He earned his PhD in church history from the Catholic University of America and holds degrees in philosophy, classics, and interdisciplinary humanities. You can follow his publications and talks at zacharyporcu.com Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Lawrence Farley discuss Farley's new trilogy on the Psalms. They consider what the Psalms are, how they are interpreted by Orthodox Christians, and how they are used in the Orthodox Church. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 1.) Farley's First Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/hwUpbbe 2.) Farley's Second Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/jgvhlsR 3.) Farley's Third Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/0BU9MRc Archpriest Lawrence Farley is the pastor of St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox Church (OCA) in Langley, B.C., Canada. He received his B.A. from Trinity College, Toronto, and his M.Div. from Wycliffe College, Toronto. A former Anglican priest, he converted to Orthodoxy in 1985 and studied for two years at St. Tikhon's Orthodox Seminary in Pennsylvania. In addition to the Orthodox Bible Companion Series, he has also published Let Us Attend, One Flesh, The Christian Old Testament, Following Egeria, and A Daily Calendar of Saints. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Lawrence Farley discuss Farley's new trilogy on the Psalms. They consider what the Psalms are, how they are interpreted by Orthodox Christians, and how they are used in the Orthodox Church. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 1.) Farley's First Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/hwUpbbe 2.) Farley's Second Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/jgvhlsR 3.) Farley's Third Commentary on the Psalter: https://a.co/d/0BU9MRc Archpriest Lawrence Farley is the pastor of St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox Church (OCA) in Langley, B.C., Canada. He received his B.A. from Trinity College, Toronto, and his M.Div. from Wycliffe College, Toronto. A former Anglican priest, he converted to Orthodoxy in 1985 and studied for two years at St. Tikhon's Orthodox Seminary in Pennsylvania. In addition to the Orthodox Bible Companion Series, he has also published Let Us Attend, One Flesh, The Christian Old Testament, Following Egeria, and A Daily Calendar of Saints. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Chris Vlahonasios talk about his upbringing in the Greek Orthodox Church in Australia. They also discuss Byzanfest, an international Orthodox film festival founded and directed by Vlahonasios. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Learn more about Byzanfest: https://www.byzanfest.com/ Chris Vlahonasios is the founder and director of Byzanfest International Orthodox Film Festival. Established in 2014, Byzanfest screens and streams the very best of Orthodox-inspired cinema. Chris' mission is to foster the growth of the global Orthodox movie industry and introduce diverse audiences to our unique visual story-telling. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Evy Klassen discuss her upbringing in the Mennonite Church and conversion to Orthodoxy. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Evy would say her top highlights were travelling with her family as a child and then with her husband and their kids as they were growing up. Other favourite times were when she trained to be a nurse in the 80s and when she studied recently for her master's in peacebuilding and collaborative development. Evy loves creative writing and has recently published a children's book called ghosts don't have bodies, which celebrates the privilege of having a body. She is very grateful for her husband, Steve, her kids and their partners, and her grandkids, who have so much to teach her about life. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Mikael Fälthammar discuss his upbringing in the Lutheran Church in Sweden and his conversion to Orthodoxy. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Fr Mikael's Parish: https://kristiuppstandelse.se/ Father Mikael Fälthammar is the priest at Holy Resurrection Antiochian Orthodox Church in Gothenburg, Sweden. Ever since the founding of the parish, he has been working with making the Orthodox Church more know to the "regular swede" in various ways. Listen to his story: how he became orthodox, and why he thinks modern secular man need orthodoxy too. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Yuri Hladio discuss what it means to embody the Orthodox tradition in a North American way. They consider the different kinds of music, saints, icons, and architectural styles that have been employed in Orthodoxy's history and what can be used today in the West. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) St Maria of Paris in Hailton: https://stmariahamilton.ca/ Fr. Yuri Hladio is a priest who, along with his wife Nikyla, serves the budding community at St. Maria of Paris Orthodox Mission in Hamilton, Ontario. Fr Yuri is an improviser, musician, and podcaster with a heart for hearing and telling stories. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood responds to a question about the "Anathemas" pronounced on the Sunday of Orthodoxy and whether or not this means Orthodox Christians are arrogant. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Dr Daniel Opperwall conclude their discussion on St John Cassian's eight principal vices: gluttony, fornication, greed, misguided anger, fixation on the past, disengagement, reputation obsession, and arrogance. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Dr Opperwall's book on applying Orthodox asceticism: https://svspress.com/a-layman-in-the-desert-monastic-wisdom-for-a-life-in-the-world/ Dr Daniel G Opperwall is an Orthodox Christian writer, creator, and academic based in Hamilton, Ontario. His work runs the gamut from academic essays, to spiritual non-fiction, to children's and young adult fiction and poetry. Along with Greg Wiebe, he is also the creator of the Men Among Demons podcast. Daniel teaches Orthodox theology and Church history in the Faculty of Divinity at Trinity College, University of Toronto. He and his wife and three children are founding member of St Maria of Paris Orthodox Mission in Hamilton. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood answers a question about head coverings and the language used in the liturgy. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Dr Daniel Opperwall begin their discussion on St John Cassian's eight principal vices: gluttony, fornication, greed, misguided anger, fixation on the past, disengagement, reputation obsession, and arrogance. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Dr Opperwall's book on applying Orthodox asceticism: https://svspress.com/a-layman-in-the-desert-monastic-wisdom-for-a-life-in-the-world/ Dr Daniel G Opperwall is an Orthodox Christian writer, creator, and academic based in Hamilton, Ontario. His work runs the gamut from academic essays, to spiritual non-fiction, to children's and young adult fiction and poetry. Along with Greg Wiebe, he is also the creator of the Men Among Demons podcast. Daniel teaches Orthodox theology and Church history in the Faculty of Divinity at Trinity College, University of Toronto. He and his wife and three children are founding member of St Maria of Paris Orthodox Mission in Hamilton. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Dr Paul Ladouceur discuss Orthodox Tradition: What is it? What are its parts? What is more foundational? What is less foundational? Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Dr Paul Ladouceur teaches at the Orthodox School of Theology at Trinity College (University of Toronto) and at the Montreal Institute of Orthodox Theology (affiliated with Université Laval). His most recent books are Modern Orthodox Theology (T&T Clark 2019), and, with Brandon Gallaher as co-editor, The Patristic Witness of Georges Florovsky: Essential Theological Writings (T&T Clark 2019). He has also written Living Orthodoxy, an introduction to the Orthodox Christian tradition. His major current research interests are modern Orthodox theology and spirituality, Sergius Bulgakov, the theology of religious diversity, and the theology of human rights. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood responds to a question about "Economia" and the Church's stance on sex outside of marriage. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Michael Elgamal discuss his upbringing in the Coptic Orthodox Church in Egypt, his re-conversion when he moved to Canada, and his work with Creative Orthodox. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Creative Orthodox: https://creativeorthodox.com/ Michael Elgamal is an Orthodox Christian artist. He started Creative Orthodox as a platform to entertain, inform, and inspire Orthodox Christians around the globe to pursue virtue in the lives of the saints through the power of storytelling. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood answers a question about becoming Catholic or Orthodox. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Richard René discuss what a mission is, why they are important, the challenges and logistics of starting a mission, and the vision of St Silas Mission in Mission, British Columbia, Canada. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Sign up for St Silas Mission email updates: https://mailchi.mp/1507861e3e82/st-silas-mission-and-sanctuary 3.) Contact Fr Richard directly: richard.p.rene@gmail.com Born in Seychelles and growing up in East and Southern Africa, Fr. Richard René is a convert to Orthodoxy and a priest of the Orthodox Church in America. He lives in Chilliwack, British Columbia, with his wife Jaime. He has three children. He has worked as a Chaplain in the federal correctional system and is currently overseeing Chaplaincy services in the Pacific region for Correctional Service Canada. He directs St. Silas Orthodox Prison Ministry Society (orthodoxprisonministry.ca), and is currently working on his doctoral dissertation at Regis-St. Michael's College, Toronto School of Theology. He is the author of three Young Adult fantasy novels, available on Amazon under the pseudonym 'Richard Garcia Morgan.' Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood responds to a question about how the Holy Spirit is understood in Protestantism vs. Orthodoxy. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Kat Butler of Kat du Jour speak about her journey from Pentecostalism, to the Emerging Church, to Orthodoxy. They also speak about wrestling with criticisms and doubts about Orthodoxy and prioritizing faithful action over mental certainty. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Kat du Jour: https://www.etsy.com/shop/katdujour Kat Butler lives in Ottawa, Ontario where she attends Annunciation Orthodox Cathedral. She's an artist, teacher, homeschooling mom, wife and homemaker, but not in that order. You can find her curated work on https://www.etsy.com/shop/katdujour and follow her creative journey at https://www.instagram.com/kat.du.jour . Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Mark 1:1-15, arguing that it is a summary of the entire Gospel; namely, Jesus Christ reveals Himself as God incarnate, the centre point of history, come to judge and save His people through death and resurrection, and create a new community of Jews and Gentiles. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto). Icon by Kh Bonnie Gillis of Holy Nativity Orthodox in Langley, BC. For private lessons and requests for custom icons, see: https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/users/kh-bonnie-gillis
Max Harwood offers an interpretation of Christ's apocalyptic sayings in Mark 13, claiming that the crucifixion is the main event of the apocalypse because it reveals Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto). Icon by Kh Bonnie Gillis of Holy Nativity Orthodox in Langley, BC. For private lessons and requests for custom icons, see: https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/users/kh-bonnie-gillis
Max Harwood and Dr Daniel Opperwall discuss asceticism, virtue, vice, and how to apply Orthodox monastic spirituality to non-monastic life. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Dr Opperwall's book on applying Orthodox asceticism: https://www.amazon.com/Layman-Desert-Monastic-Opperwall-2015-08-01/dp/B01FKSM8TC Dr Daniel G Opperwall is an Orthodox Christian writer, creator, and academic based in Hamilton, Ontario. His work runs the gamut from academic essays, to spiritual non-fiction, to children's and young adult fiction and poetry. Along with Greg Wiebe, he is also the creator of the Men Among Demons podcast. Daniel teaches Orthodox theology and Church history in the Faculty of Divinity at Trinity College, University of Toronto. He and his wife and three children are founding member of St Maria of Paris Orthodox Mission in Hamilton. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Herman Fields explore the definition of “spirituality” and “spirit,” discussing how these words can be used and misused. They also discuss how to evaluate the different suggestions or “spirits” that draw us in different directions. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Fr. Herman Fields was born in Indiana, USA, but spent most of his adult life in Sweden with his wife, Khouria Anna, and their two children. He earned his M. Div at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary between 2016-2019 and currently serves at St Vincent's Orthodox Church in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood responds to a question about the state of the human soul after death and the nature of suffering experienced at Christ's judgement. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Herman Fields discuss liturgical theology, which is the study of the words and actions that occur in Orthodox Christian worship. They discuss the definition of sacrifice as joy rather than hardship, the notion that time is Christ-centric, and the difference between plain vision and spiritual vision. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Fr. Herman Fields was born in Indiana, USA, but spent most of his adult life in Sweden with his wife, Khouria Anna, and their two children. He earned his M. Div at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary between 2016-2019 and currently serves at St Vincent's Orthodox Church in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Fr Herman Fields discuss the meaning of Jesus Christ's death. They explore the Hebrew and Greek words used to speak about the atonement, the theme of judgement in Christ's death, and the notion that all things are gathered together in Christ. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Fr. Herman Fields was born in Indiana, USA, but spent most of his adult life in Sweden with his wife, Khouria Anna, and their two children. He earned his M. Div at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary between 2016-2019 and currently serves at St Vincent's Orthodox Church in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Dr Jeannie Constaninou discuss her upbringing in the Orthodox Church. They also discuss how to read scripture as an Orthodox Christian. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Dr Constaninou's Books and Website: https://www.drjeannie.com/books Dr Eugenia Constantinou is an acclaimed author and scholar who has earned six degrees in various disciplines, including a Masters in Theology from Harvard Divinity School, where she specialized in New Testament, a doctorate in law from Pepperdine University, a doctorate from the Universite Laval in Quebec, a Master of Theology from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Massachusetts, where she specialized in Orthodox Theology and Patristics, and a Master of Arts from the University of San Diego. Dr Constaninou has for two decades taught Biblical Studies and Early Christianity at the University of San Diego, where she lives with her husband Father Kostas, a Greek Orthodox priest. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Deacon Gregory Wiebe discuss his journey from the Mennonite Brethren Church, to Anglicanism, to Orthodox Christianity. They also discuss St Augustine's demonology. 1.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 2.) Men Among Demons Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-among-demons/id1596541117 3.) Dcn. Gregory's Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Fallen-Angels-Theology-St-Augustine/dp/0192846035 Deacon Gregory Wiebe was ordained to the Holy Diaconate at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Narol, MB, on June 3, 2023. Prior to that he had served as the principal choir director for the parish since 2017. He also runs the parish bible study, which meets every other week. Deacon Gregory also holds a PhD in Religious Studies, having written on the place of demons in the theological writings of St Augustine of Hippo. He and his wife, Diakonissa Amanda, raise their three children, Kaylah, William, and Hannah, in Winnipeg. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Treydon Lunot discuss his journey from atheism, to politics, to philosophy, to Orthodox Christianity. They also discuss the problem of solipsism and ways out of it. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Treydon Lunot runs the YouTube channel “telosbound,” which focuses on philosophical and theological subjects. He attends St Herman's of Alaska in Langley, BC. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Natalia and Maria discuss their journey to the Orthodox Church and their business, Parousia Press. 1.) Parousia Press: www.parousiapress.com 2.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Natalia and Maria are adult converts to the Orthodox Church. They are homeschooling moms and understand the daily struggle to find time for spiritual activities amid the demands of housework, schoolwork, and the rest. They strive to live in sync with the church calendar but it is difficult to juggle information from Scripture, the Synaxarion, prayer books, and the liturgical calendar. To solve this problem they created Parousia Press, which creates organizing tools and homeschooling resources that keep Christ, Scripture, saints, feasts, and fasting before us every day. Their aim is to create tools that unite our spiritual lives with our daily lives. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood discusses accessibility vs. accuracy in different translations of Scripture, and the Greek Old Testament vs. the Hebrew Old Testament. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Constantine Kotantoulas discuss his experience growing up in the Orthodox Church and the integration of faith and science. 1.) Theosis Woodwork: https://www.etsy.com/shop/theosiswoodwork/ 2.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Constantine Kotantoulas is the owner of Theosis Woodwork and creates handmade wall crosses. He is married with one child and runs a home renovation company. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood discusses the Orthodox belief that the bread and wine of communion is also the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood responds to questions about Oriental Orthodoxy vs. Eastern Orthodoxy and Anglicanism's connection with ancient Christianity. 1. Agreed Statements Between Oriental and Eastern Orthodox Churches: https://www.trinityorthodox.ca/documents/Agreed%20Statements-Orthodox-Oriental%20Orthodox%20Dialogue-1989-1990.pdf 2. The Inner Kingdom by Kallistos Ware: https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Kingdom-Collected-Works/dp/0881412090 Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood speaks with Marian Adams & Caroline Gann of Draw Near Designs. They discuss Marian's experience growing up in the Orthodox Church, Caroline's conversion, and products and process behind Draw Near Designs. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Marian Adams loves watercolor painting, detailed line drawings, and creating digital drawings. Her illustrations appear in the Orthodox Children's Calendar, coloring books, advent and Lenten calendars, and other products from Draw Near Designs. She also illustrated the children's book, “A Visit to the Monastery.” Caroline Gann is a graphic designer and content creator. She has a passion for engaging children in recipes and crafts that connect them with the fullness of our faith, as well as the culture of those who have so diligently preserved it. She seamlessly designs the Orthodox Children's Calendar, coloring books, and other products for Draw Near Designs. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood discusses the theme of creation in the Old Testament-- specifically the original creation, the flood, and the exodus--and connects it with the baptism of Christ. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood answers a question about the connection between Israel and the Orthodox Church Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood answers questions regarding a non-Orthodox spouse and starting an Orthodox mission. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Orthodox Prayer Resource: https://dcs.goarch.org/goa/dcs/dcs.html Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood answers a question about salvation in Orthodoxy and whether or not Catholics and Protestants are saved. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).
Max Harwood and Presbytera Kathryn Tussing discuss her conversion to Orthodoxy at 14 years old and the importance of striving for excellence in everything we do as a testimony to Christian faith. 1.) See Kathryn's work: https://www.kathryntussing.com/ 2.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Kathryn Tussing has a BA in studio arts and is a freelance artist, illustrator, and video creator. She is married to an Orthodox priest, has four kids, and likes to take long walks with the family dog. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).