OCMC missionary Nathan Hoppe calls with an update on the work he and his wife are involved in. Melinda Johnson, CEO of Ancient Faith Ministries calls in to congratulate Fr. Evan on his elevation to Protopresbyter. Previous listener calls in to give an update on his experience within the Church. Fr. Evan takes a few minutes to answer email questions.

What is the Orthodox Church view on the Free Mason Lodge vs Christianity? Hans from Germany has a question regarding a particular prayer. A listener from Australia asks Fr. Evan to recommend reading material on the lives of the saints.

Once we have repented, where do we turn toward after? Fr. Evan offers his advice on how best to involve our children in our church services. What are toll-houses ? Who is the Prophet Jonah? Why is someone who is not baptized not allowed to practice communion.

Fr. Evan answers listener live call-in questions and YouTube channel questions

Is God male in His essence? Why does the Orthodox Church pray for the departed ? What is the Orthodox's Church stand on the state of Israel.

Tonight Fr. Evan answers a question regrading divorce within the church. Is it true the Orthodox Church is is banned in Ukraine? How do we cultivate humility. Fr. Evan is asked to answer a questions regarding the prayers of consecration of the eucharist

Fr. Evan answers a variety of questions tonight including giving an explanation on the account of Gabriel's announcement to Mary that she would bear the Son of God and her response. Is organ donation after death approved by the church and, so much more !

Fr. Evan responds to Canadian listener email regarding a woman who suffered the loss of her husband asking advice on where to seek therapy ( ocampr.org ) Fr. Evan is asked his response to resurgence of covid restrictions and the impact this may have on the functioning of church services. How does the teaching of the church respond to those in the military who have perhaps had to take a life or women who have experienced abortion.

Fr. Evan is asked to comment about saints and them praying for us. How to we help our children who identify as gay and transgender within the context of the church. Is it acceptable to pray in non-orthodox places of worship? Fr. Evan explains the concept of theosis and how it differs from sanctification and, why do Orthodox churches struggle in missionary work, having Orthodox schools, hospitals, orphanages etc.

Fr. Evan is asked to give his thoughts on nihilism. An Anglican Dominican lay sister asks what is the Orthodox theology of Salvation? Does God chastise us through tribulations for not attending church?After confession, what is the responsibility of the priest, especially if the person revealed an egregious sin? Is it wrong for us to euthanize our sick pets? Is marriage a sacrament that extends into eternity ?