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Come Receive the Light
The Sacrament of Holy Ordination
The Original Sin
When Hearts Become Flame
Healing after an affair
The Fallen Self
The Home as a Little Church
Meaning of Pentecost for Today's World
Dating and Marriage
Gospel of John
Gospel of Luke & Emotional Affairs
Gospel of Matthew
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Why do we need sermons in addition to our services? Fr. Alexander Goussetis offers his argument about the role of the sermon in the Church, both historically and in modern times. Click 
We all know the story of Adam, Eve and the apple. But what meaning does that fateful bite have for each of us today? Fr. Steven Ritter from St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church in Roswell, Georgia, contrasts our Orthodox beliefs to those held by other Christians. Click 
Sacraments are not ways we encounter God, but rather a means of living out “The Way” says Rev. Dr. Peter Galadza of the Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern Christian Studies at Saint Paul University and a priest at the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. We’ll also hear from Dr. Steven Muse about his new book entitled When Hearts Become Flame, which explores the intersection of modern counselling and ancient Orthodox teachings. Click 
Most of our listeners would probably identify themselves as Orthodox Christians, but what does that really mean? Fr. Brendan Pelphrey, head priest of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Shreveport, Louisiana, weighs in on what some of the qualifying characteristics should be. But first, infidelity is an increasing reality in our world. Dr. Albert Rossi shares some practical advice for everyone on healing the relationship, rebuilding trust and emerging closer than you’d ever imagined.
A lot of people pick and choose religious ideas, accepting only the ones that "feel right" to them. Frederica Mathewes-Green is back on the program to talk about the pitfalls of limiting God by what we think is right. Plus, can a person be saved even after they have passed away? Fr. Tim Chrapko lays out both sides of the argument on this divisive and provocative topic. He recommends Metropolitan Kallistos Ware's book called The Inner Kingdom for further study. Click 
What advice could a single man, orphaned at a young age have about how to run a household? You may be surprised to hear some of the touching and practical suggestions from our beloved St. John Chrysostom. Dr. David Ford will offer six tips from this Saint on how to bring your whole household closer to Christ. Plus, we’ll hear from author - Fr. John McGuckin on one of his latest publications, The Prayer Book of the Ancient Church. You can preorder your own copy of Fr. McGuckin's new book from Amazon. Click 
Why is the person who can walk to your church not a member of it? Fr. Barnabas Powell looks at the meaning of Pentecost in our Church today. But first, there’s a video on YouTube that’s gotten lots of attention in the Orthodox World. We’ll talk with the producer of the “Jesus is Risen Song” about what inspired this amazing piece. Plus, we’ll hear from author - Demetrious Glimidakis on his first book, The Crimson Knight.
This week on CRTL, we tackle dating and marriage. Join Thomas Ruthford, author of Heaven Help the Single Christian, for tips on what to do and what to avoid! Plus, the phrase "til death do us part" isn't anywhere in the Orthodox marriage ceremony. Does that mean we're married to our spouse in heaven? Canon Law specialist Fr. Patrick Viscuso shares with us what the Holy Fathers have to say. To study more on this subject read: 
Horoscopes, Tarot cards and talking to the dead are often thought of as “New Age” ideas, but none of it is very new! Fr. Brendan Pelphrey is here to talk about our human obsession with the paranormal, desire to control our own lives and how it all fits in with our Orthodox faith. And we’ll conclude our series with Dr. George Parsenios on Christ in the 4 Gospels. We end with the Gospel of John, which differs greatly from the other Gospels in several aspects. If you have enjoyed Dr. Parsenios series on the 4 Gospels, you might check out his book, Departure and Consolation: The Johannine Farewell Discourses in Light of Greco-Roman. This book is available from Amazon - visit 
What counts as an affair? What are emotional affairs? Dr. Rossi is back with a frank discussion on the sanctity of relationships blessed by God, the temptations that face all couples and the remedies to thwart these snares. We’ll also continue our walk through the Gospels with Dr. George Parsenios, this time looking at the Gospel of Luke - the only one that includes the parables of the Prodigal Son and the Good Samaritan.
Continuing our journey in the Gospels this week, Dr. George Parsenios is back to talk about the book of Matthew, which focuses largely on issues of Jewish law. But first, when should we start teaching our kids about the Bible? Fr. John Peck gives practical examples on making scriptural learning fun for the whole family.