Speaking the Truth in Love

By Fr. Thomas Hopko, and Ancient Faith MinistriesReligion & Spirituality Christianity

Speaking the Truth in Love episodes

February 21, 2015 Re-Marriage in the Orthodox Church
In light of the debate in the Roman Catholic Church about divorce and re-marriage, Fr. Tom offers the Orthodox view of this topic as well as an explanation of the fundamental difference in how marriage is viewed in Orthodoxy. We are so happy to have Fr.Tom back recording podcasts. Please continue to pray for him.
33 min
February 05, 2015 Bishops - Part 57: Anton Chekhov
Today Fr. Tom speaks about the famous author Anton Chekhov from 19th-century Russia.
42 min
January 13, 2015 Bishops - Part 56: St. Philaret of Moscow
One of the most influential and revered figures of 19th-century Orthodox Russia was St. Philaret of Moscow. Fr. Tom also speaks about Leo Tolstoy.
32 min
December 16, 2014 Bishops - Part 55: 19th Century Clergy in Russia
In his continuing series on bishops and Church organization, Fr. Thomas speaks about various clergy figures from that time. He references the book My Life's Journey: The Memories of Metropolitan Evlogy.
37 min
December 03, 2014 Relax, God is in Control - Final Thoughts
Fr. Thomas Hopko takes one last look at the phrase "Relax, God is in Control" and provides information on additional material he has written and spoke about regarding this general topic. Here is the list:
Abba: The Tradition of Orthodoxy in the West by Met. Kallistos Ware
And from his Speaking the Truth in Love series:
Pain and Suffering
The Wrath of God
The Wrath of God - Part 2
Anger and Wrath in Human Life
On Sadness and Grief in Christian Life
Theological Reflections on Calamity
Does God Play Favorites?
Predestination, Providence, and Prayer
Understanding Evil - 9/11 Remembered
God and the World
Sandy Hook
God and Death
36 min
October 29, 2014 Bishops - Part 54: 19th Century Russia
For the next few podcasts, Fr. Tom will be looking at the important 19th century in Russian Orthodox history. He recommended several books but in particular these three.
The Heart of Russia by Scott M. Kenworthy
The Making of Holy Russia by Fr. John Strickland
Russian Orthodoxy on the Eve of Revolution by Vera Shevzov
42 min
October 23, 2014 God Is In Control - Revisited
Fr. Tom returns to the subject of his recent episode "God Is In Control. Yes or No?" He responds to the listener feedback and clarifies his thoughts on the subject.
41 min
October 16, 2014 Bishops - Part 53: The Impact of the 19th Century on Clergy and Laity
Last time, Fr. Tom talked about the Ottoman Empire and its demise. Today he reflects on the impact of Turkish rule on Orthodox clergy and laity.
36 min
October 06, 2014 God Is In Control - Yes or No?
We hear the phrase "God is in control" and may even use it from time to time when trying to make sense of a difficult situation. Fr. Thomas Hopko evaluates that phrase and challenges us to rethink it.
38 min
September 24, 2014 Bishops - Part 52: The Fall of the Ottoman Empire
Fr. Tom takes up his series on the bishops and structure of the Church and moves to the 19th Century fall of the Ottoman Empire.
42 min