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Orthodox Ethos
Author: Fr. Peter Heers
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Our mission is to present and support the Orthodox Christian Way, Truth, and Life, which is Christ Himself — guiding souls to communion in His Body, faithful to the teachings of the Holy Fathers.
We serve inquirers, catechumens, and the faithful through Orthodox catechesis, in lectures, Q & A sessions, videos, articles, books and conferences.
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In this special release episode of the Orthodox Ethos podcast, join Fr. Peter Heers in the keynote lecture of the St. Kosmas Conference on Orthodox Education, given in April of 2018 . In this talk, Fr. Peter explores homeschooling around the world as it is practiced today and the history of compulsory state education, while offering encouragement to Orthodox families struggling to preserve the Faith from within an environment hostile to Christ and to raise true children of God. Interested in...
In this Orthodox Ethos extended podcast, first aired in April of 2022, join Fr. Peter Heers as he examines the phenomenon of the modern "Ecumenical Movement": the goals of this movement, the methodology and implications of it, and the patristic response from the Saints and Elders of our day to what was described by St. Justin Popovic as an ecclesiological "pan-heresy" encompassing all others. Interested in learning more about Orthodoxy? See our Orthodoxy 101 videos: https://www.orthodoxetho...
Why does God allow war and conflict to arise? In this Orthodox Ethos extended podcast, first recorded in March of 2022, join Fr. Peter Heers in discussing the deeper spiritual origins of war and the mistaken geopolitical assumptions prevalent in the modern age, dispelling the false narratives by heeding the prophetic words of the Holy Fathers. Interested in learning more about Orthodoxy? See our Orthodoxy 101 videos: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/orthodoxy101 Join our LIVE Q&A with Fr....
In this special release podcast, join Fr. Peter Heers for a lecture given in the Spring of 2023 on the topic of Pentecost, the Feast of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the world, and the exalted Feast in which we celebrate our birth into the fullness of life in the one Holy, Apostolic, and Catholic Church. Blessed art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast shown forth the fishermen as supremely wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them didst draw the world into Thy net....
Join Fr. Peter Heers for this lecture given in February of 2022, as he cautions the faithful Orthodox Christians of our day to be watchful for the innovative and heretical ideas encouraged by our secularized and confused culture; from the shedding of the traditional cassock, to the introduction of women to the diaconate, the joining of Masonic and fraternal orders, and more. Interested in learning more about Orthodoxy? See our Orthodoxy 101 videos: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/orthodoxy101...
Most Christians are aware of the awe-inspiring events of the Old Testament in which God prepared the people of Israel for the coming of the Messiah, the Son of God, with prophecies and types. Few, however, know that the common Father of all also cultivated the fields of the nations that they may also receive the seed of His Word and bring forth fruit. In the first part of this lecture, given at Three Hierarchs Academy in the winter of 2018, Fr. Peter presents the signs, witnesses ...
Most Christians are aware of the awe-inspiring events of the Old Testament in which God prepared the people of Israel for the coming of the Messiah, the Son of God, with prophecies and types. Few, however, know that the common Father of all also cultivated the fields of the nations that they may also receive the seed of His Word and bring forth fruit. In the first part of this lecture, given at Three Hierarchs Academy in the winter of 2018, Fr. Peter presents the signs, witnesses ...
12,383 Reasons (to date) Why I will not be Inoculated. In this presentation I, an Orthodox Christian Priest and Professor of Theology, will be presenting the reasons why I will not be Inoculated with the Experimental Genetically manipulated solutions for a v-- which has a 99.7% survival rate - if you contract it... If you want to see all 12,383 reasons against inoculation you will need to remain until the end of the podcast. For months now people have written me and asked me to prod...
You are an Orthodox Christian and you are interested to learn how the Saints would guide us in voting and in general the public square. This is a podcast you will appreciate. --- OE is NOW ON PATREON, where you can also sign up for The Orthodox Survival Course: - Welcome VIDEO on New Patreon Page: https://youtu.be/9CGpyU0JdS4 - Link to New Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/frpeterheers - Link to Announcement on OE: https://orthodoxethos.com/survival-course-2020 - - - - - Ut...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Notice: We ask your forgiveness for the disruptions in audio quality throughout this episode of the podcast. Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introductio...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the The...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Th...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Th...
Introduction to Orthodoxy for the Catechumen and Newly-Illumined [and Inquirer] This lecture series, drawing from material found in the book The Truth of Our Faith by Elder Cleopa of Romania, first aired in the fall of 2020 and aims to provide an introduction to major points of the Orthodox Faith which are both foundational and challenged by heterodox critics. LESSON 1: Introduction, On the Church LESSON 2: On Holy Scripture LESSON 3: On Holy Tradition LESSON 4: On the Veneration of the Th...