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 2013 CAMPAIGN KICKOFF....
RECEIVE A BEAUTIFUL HAND-PAINTED CHRISTMAS ICON ORNAMENT...
as a token of our appreciation when you set up payments or mail in your 2013 Share the Light Partner donations by December 31, 2012. We already have 15 partners for 2013! Let your friends and relatives know about Share the Light Partner program. Partners provide the financial backbone to our media outreach ministry with donations in the range of $1000 to $5000. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call Kathy Chapekis, our OCN Annual Giving Coordinator at 954-522-5567.
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 Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment. Click here to download our flyer.
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 Take your parish to the next level and launch your own Internet radio station. Promote your local community events through the power of Internet radio. The growth of smart phones has made internet streaming even more popular, so take advantage of the new technology to help spread the Gospel. Join communities in Florida, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C., by launching your own 24/7 customized radio affiliate today. Please visit MyOCN.net and click on Radio Solutions under Internet Radio, or call Joseph Olas at (954) 522-5567.
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A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN, Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos, and Rev. Dr. Steven Zorzos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 22-31, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808 or download the brochure or download the reservation form.
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 With just a few months left in 2012, there is still time to hold a Share the Light Sunday in your parish. Not only does a Share the Light Sunday help inform your parishioners about our ministry, it also allows your parish to start raising awareness and funds for your own Parish Affiliate Station. For materials and ideas on how to host a Share the Light Sunday, contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
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THIS WEEK FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN NETWORK
COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT - THE NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM OF ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY
Sharing with us on our monthly theme of "Bearing Witness" is Aleut priest Fr. Thomas Andrew of Holy Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church in Kenai, Alaska. But first, Christopher Hetrick of Patristic Nectar Publications is here to tell us about some of the amazing products this non-profit organization is producing to help make the timeless wisdom of the Orthodox Church accessible for the 21st century Christian! For more information on this organization, visit www.patristicnectar.org.
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COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT NOW IN GREEK
(Ft. Lauderdale, FL) The OCN (Orthodox Christian Network) is pleased to announce the launch of the Greek-language broadcast of "Come Receive the Light," coming to you from Athens, Greece. This new edition of our popular program is part of OCN's constant effort to speak the Gospel of Truth to all people of all languages throughout the world. Other language editions of this premier radio program, now on the air for over 16 years, will be announced shortly. Fr. Christopher Metropulos, the Executive Director of OCN, an agency of the Assembly of Canonical Bishops, stated, "We welcome to our staff a radio professional who has been actively involved in some of the most successful radio broadcasting known to the modern-day Orthodox Christian world. Dimitris Karavasilis is a believer with a passion for our faith and the sharing of it using modern-day technology."
Dimitris Karavasilis was born in Imvros. He finished his early studies in Turkish. Greek schools were closed at the time, and use of the Greek language was forbidden. He had to learn Greek from an old teacher, secretly. After immigrating to Greece, he graduated from High School and continued his studies at the University of Athens, in the School of Theology. He subsequently enrolled in the School of Philosophy at the University of Athens, where he attended Master Class seminars in Comparative Pedagogics. For twenty years, he has been a radio producer at the radio station of the Church of Piraeus, the first ecclesiastical radio station in Greece. He co-organized several conventions on the Orthodox faith, and he has published both literary and theological books, in addition to contributing articles to numerous magazines. He is currently teaching ethics at a private school in Athens.
To listen to radio broadcasts of "Come Receive the Light "Radio Program, now in the Greek Language, you can visit the high-traffic OCN website at www.myocn.net starting this weekend.
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THE SOUNDING SOUND OFF
Nicholas Papas shares a moment of insight he experienced while looking at the rug in the back of his church. See how it changes your perspective: “Martyr Rugs and Angelic Voices” (http://blog.myocn.com/art-literature/iconography/martyr-rugs-and-angelic-voices.html). Reflecting on the Entrance of the Theotokos to the Temple, Jan Bear puts her finger on one of the hardest aspects of parenting, in “The Courage of Bringing Children to the Temple” (http://blog.myocn.com/culture/entrance-theotokos.html). And as election fever passes in the United States, Theron Mathis offers some perspective to those who weren’t happy with the election results, in “How to Survive Political Disappointment” (http://blog.myocn.com/culture/how-to-survive-political-disappointment.html). Share your thoughts on these and other posts at http://blog.myocn.com and on The Sounding Orthodox Blog Facebook page.
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OCN PODCASTS
On Special Moments in Orthodoxy, we’ll hear a CRTL episode from the OCN vault, in which Fr. Michael Kaizer discusses prayer in Orthodoxy. On Harmony of Thunder, Fr. David tells the story of two Christians who have stood up in the public sphere for what they believed - one in the courts and one in the media. Would St. Basil the Great have done the same thing? Would he approve of Christians demanding respect in the public sphere? By all means! Listen to Harmony of Thunder to hear how similar our struggles today are with those of Christians in the fourth century.
Join Roger Hunt for Daily Readings and Remembrances. Each day we will read the Holy Scriptures and the lives of the Saints. This week will feature readings from St. Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians, Corinthians and Romans; featured Saints include Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist, Gregory the Wonderworker and Bishop of Neo-Caesarea, Holy Martyr Romanus, and others. Please join us on The Orthodox Christian Network, www.myocn.net.
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RECEIVE A BEAUTIFUL HAND-PAINTED CHRISTMAS ICON ORNAMENT... when you set up payments or mail in your 2013 Share the Light Partner donations by December 31, 2012. For 2012, we are on the home stretch with only 12 more partners to go to meet our 2012 goal of 100 partners. We can do it! But...only with your help! Let your friends and relatives know about Share the Light Partner program. Partners provide the financial backbone of our media outreach ministry with donations in the range of $1000 to $5000. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call Kathy Chapekis, our OCN Annual Giving Coordinator at 954-522-5567.
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NEW AFFILIATES
Welcome to our new affiliates in Atlanta, GA and Redondo Beach, CA. The Cathedral of the Annunciation, and the parish of St. Katherine have both joined the OCN family in offering local parish radio ministry to their faithful. In addition to OCN programming they will be creating and offering their own content. Look for these parish affiliate stations to be “On the Air” in the next few weeks. If you would like to join these parishes in expanding your ministry please contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
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or call 954-522-5567.
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NEW INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE WITH OCN
OCN is currently looking for the following internship positions: Radio Stations Part-time Team Leader; Radio Theater Production (team of 3 to 4 preferred) and two Assignment Desk Interns. Visit the Jobs section on the www.myocn.net home page to learn more about each position.
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COMING SOON TO OCN……
Watch for breaking news in the next few weeks as OCN broadens its offerings in new and exciting ways, drawing on incredible talent in the ranks of the clergy and laity from multiple Orthodox Christian jurisdictions. New programming is on the horizon! Tell your friends.
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OCN AROUND THE COUNTRY
Visitations by OCN Staff around the country continue. Watch here for a schedule of presentations being made regularly around the country. You may also want to invite a member of our staff to speak at your church. Feel free to call our office at 954-522-5567.
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WEBCAST
“We Are Witnesses for Christ” is the topic of this month’s Adult Study Class airing on Sundays at 10:00AM EST on our website at www.myocn.net. Tune in every Sunday to see the class via video from St. Demetrios in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Each week, we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest to Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. Visit the Orthodox Study Classes section under Orthodox Video on www.myocn.net to see upcoming class topics and view archived classes.
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TRAVEL WITH OCN
CRUISE WITH OCN - Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN, Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos, and Rev. Dr. Steven Zorzos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 20-29, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808.
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OCN WANTS TO KNOW WHO YOUR HEROES ARE…
If you are an Orthodox Christian over the age of 18, please go to OCN's website and nominate an Orthodox Christian layperson who, in your opinion, has distinguished him or herself in Christian love and service to others in some exemplary way. We kindly ask that you please visit myocn.net/hero to nominate your hero today.
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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER- Thank you to all of the thousands of you who visit and follow us daily on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Orthodox-Christian-Network/84325040329) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/myocn). Look soon to find out more information about new events being planned. It is also a great way to interact with our Executive Director, Fr. Christopher Metropulos, and ask your questions about life and our faith. Check out the “YouTube” buttons on the OCN Facebook Page and The Sounding Facebook Page. Watch the OCN YouTube Channel right from Facebook.
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ADVERTISING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor a program or feature your company on the high-traffic MyOCN.net website during this holiday season. Visit our special website for advertising opportunities at www.myocn.com. Call 954-522-5567 today.
All programs are available on Internet Radio, Podcast, and On Demand at www.myocn.net.
The Orthodox Christian Network has been an official agency of SCOBA since 2003 and is now working within the Assembly of Bishops. Originally commissioned by SCOBA to create a national, sustainable and effective media witness for Orthodox Christianity throughout North America, OCN produces the only nationally syndicated Orthodox Christian radio broadcast, as well as several other outreach programs, including DVDs and internet-based media, in direct collaboration with sister assembly agencies (e.g., IOCC, OCMC, OCF, OCPM), as well as with various Orthodox Christian jurisdictions and pan-Orthodox, para-church organizations. Our goal is to engage the broader culture of North America with Orthodox Christianity’s rich theological, spiritual, and moral heritage, and to thereby strengthen the Orthodox Church’s witness and contribution to the culture in which we live.
THIS WEEK FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN NETWORK
COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT - THE NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM OF ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY
Prof. Stamatis Vokos from Seattle Pacific University's Department of Physics is back on the show to give his perspective on this month's theme - Bearing Witness. Also Fr. Chris talks with Dan Christopulos to get an up-to-date report on the recovery and cleanup work being coordinated by the IOCC in the aftermath of hurricane Sandy. You'll also hear how you can get involved and play an important role. For more, visit at www.iocc.org.
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THIS MONTH ON COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT
"How can my life bear witness to Christ?" That is the question we'll focus on this month, talking with a range of Orthodox Christians about how they serve Christ, their fellow human beings, and the Church. We'll hear from IOCC and FOCUS North America founder Charles Ajalat, Aleut priest Fr. Thomas Andrew, physics professor Stamatis Vokos, and more! Tune in to hear how they share their faith using the unique gifts God has given them. Also be sure to watch our promotional video for November -www.youtube.com/watch?v=x10jpIqOVTQ
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THE SOUNDING SOUND OFF
As the United States passes through its presidential election, Grace Brooks offers a humorous but thought-provoking look at why democracy is still worth the effort, in "Video Round-Up: Five Problems with Kings" (http://blog.myocn.com/culture/pop-culture/election-day-special-4-movies-arguing-against-monarchy.html). Hollie Benton offers a music teacher's perspective on the most helpful way you can praise a child, in "Building or Puffing?" (http://blog.myocn.com/education/ego-inflation.html).
We're looking forward to hearing from you at http://blog.myocn.com and on The Sounding Orthodox Blog Facebook page.
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OCN PODCASTS
On Special Moments in Orthodoxy, we'll hear a CRTL episode from the OCN vault, in which Fr. Thomas Hopko speaks about the Creed. On Theology Thinking, Fr. Thomas Hopko describes how Revelations depicts the Orthodox Church. He focuses on the physical church as well as what takes place during liturgy.
Join Roger Hunt for Daily Readings and Remembrances. Each day we will read the Holy Scriptures and the lives of the Saints. This week will feature readings from the gospels of Sts. Luke and Matthew; featured Saints include Menas of Egypt, John the Merciful, the Patriarch of Alexandria, John Chrysostom, the Archbishop of Constantinople, and others.
Please join us on The Orthodox Christian Network, www.myocn.net.
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RECEIVE A BEAUTIFUL HAND-PAINTED CHRISTMAS ICON ORNAMENT...
when you set up payments or mail in your 2013 Share the Light Partner donations by December 31, 2012. For 2012, we are on the home stretch with only 12 more partners to go to meet our 2012 goal of 100 partners. We can do it! But...only with your help! Let your friends and relatives know about Share the Light Partner program. Partners provide the financial backbone of our media outreach ministry with donations in the range of $1000 to $5000. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call Kathy Chapekis, our OCN Annual Giving Coordinator at 954-522-5567.
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PARISH OUTREACH
With just a few months left in 2012, there is still time to hold a Share the Light Sunday in your parish. Not only does a Share the Light Sunday help inform your parishioners about our ministry, it also allows your parish to start raising awareness and funds for your own Parish Affiliate Station. For materials and ideas on how to host a Share the Light Sunday, contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or call 954-522-5567.
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NEW INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE WITH OCN
OCN is currently looking for the following internship positions: Radio Stations Part-time Team Leader; Radio Theater Production (team of 3 to 4 preferred) and two Assignment Desk Interns. Visit the Jobs section on the www.myocn.net home page to learn more about each position.
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COMING SOON TO OCN......
Watch for breaking news in the next few weeks as OCN broadens its offerings in new and exciting ways, drawing on incredible talent in the ranks of the clergy and laity from multiple Orthodox Christian jurisdictions. New programming is on the horizon! Tell your friends.
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OCN AROUND THE COUNTRY
Visitations by OCN Staff around the country continue. Watch here for a schedule of presentations being made regularly around the country. You may also want to invite a member of our staff to speak at your church. Feel free to call our office at 954-522-5567.
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WEBCAST
"We Are Witnesses for Christ" is the topic of this month's Adult Study Class beginning this Sunday at 10:00AM EST on our website at www.myocn.net. Tune in every Sunday to see the class via video from St. Demetrios in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Each week, we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest to Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. Visit the Orthodox Study Classes section under Orthodox Video on www.myocn.net to see upcoming class topics and view archived classes.
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TRAVEL WITH OCN
CRUISE WITH OCN - Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN, Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos, and Rev. Dr. Steven Zorzos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 20-29, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808.
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OCN WANTS TO KNOW WHO YOUR HEROES ARE...
If you are an Orthodox Christian over the age of 18, please go to OCN's website and nominate an Orthodox Christian layperson who, in your opinion, has distinguished him or herself in Christian love and service to others in some exemplary way. We kindly ask that you please visit myocn.net/hero to nominate your hero today.
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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER- Thank you to all of the thousands of you who visit and follow us daily on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Orthodox-Christian-Network/84325040329) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/myocn). Look soon to find out more information about new events being planned. It is also a great way to interact with our Executive Director, Fr. Christopher Metropulos, and ask your questions about life and our faith. Check out the "YouTube" buttons on the OCN Facebook Page and The Sounding Facebook Page. Watch the OCN YouTube Channel right from Facebook.
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ADVERTISING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor a program or feature your company on the high-traffic MyOCN.net website during this coming holiday season. Visit our special website for advertising opportunities at www.myocn.com. Call 954-522-5567 today.
All programs are available on Internet Radio, Podcast, and On Demand at www.myocn.net.
The Orthodox Christian Network has been an official agency of SCOBA since 2003 and is now working within the Assembly of Bishops. Originally commissioned by SCOBA to create a national, sustainable and effective media witness for Orthodox Christianity throughout North America, OCN produces the only nationally syndicated Orthodox Christian radio broadcast, as well as several other outreach programs, including DVDs and internet-based media, in direct collaboration with sister assembly agencies (e.g., IOCC, OCMC, OCF, OCPM), as well as with various Orthodox Christian jurisdictions and pan-Orthodox, para-church organizations. Our goal is to engage the broader culture of North America with Orthodox Christianity's rich theological, spiritual, and moral heritage, and to thereby strengthen the Orthodox Church's witness and contribution to the culture in which we live.
THIS WEEK FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN NETWORK
COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT - THE NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM OF ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY
Charles Ajalat joins Fr. Chris to discuss how he has attempted to bear witness to Christ throughout his life using philanthropy as a gift from God. But first we'll hear from IOCC's Mark Ohanian about the agency's latest efforts in Syria.
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THIS MONTH ON COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT
"How can my life bear witness to Christ?" That is the question we'll focus on this month, talking with a range of Orthodox Christians about how they serve Christ, their fellow human beings, and the Church. We'll hear from IOCC and FOCUS North America founder Charles Ajalat, Aleut priest Fr. Thomas Andrew, physics professor Stamatis Vokos, and more! Tune in to hear how they share their faith using the unique gifts God has given them. Also be sure to watch our promotional video for November -www.youtube.com/watch?v=x10jpIqOVTQ
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THE SOUNDING SOUND OFF
The hottest item on our blog currently is a post by Jennifer Hock entitled "7 Things PKs Want You to Know" (http://blog.myocn.com/home-and-family/6-things-pks-want-you-to-know.html). If you have ever been or known a PK (priest's kid), this is a must-read. Jennifer knows what she's talking about: her father is a priest. As we approach the presidential election in the United States, Fr. Frank Marangos reflects on what constitutes a real and useful debate, and what doesn't, in "Wrestling with Big Bird" (http://blog.myocn.com/current-topics/wrestling-with-big-bird.html). And for the curious and the sincerely interested, James Hargrave offers the second part of his series on how you actually become a missionary. Learn about the second major step in "How to Go, Part Two: Meeting the Mission Center" (http://blog.myocn.com/missions/how-to-go-part-two-meeting-the-mission-center.html).
We're looking forward to hearing from you at http://blog.myocn.com and on The Sounding Orthodox Blog Facebook page.
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OCN PODCASTS
On Special Moments in Orthodoxy, we'll hear a CRTL episode from the OCN vault, in which Aristotle Papanikolaou talks with us about truth-telling and how it influences our understanding of ourselves, sin, and God. Aristotle Papanikolaou is Professor of Theology and the co-founding Director of the Orthodox Christian Studies Center at Fordham University (www.fordham.edu/orthodoxy). He has written numerous published articles and is the author of Being with God: Trinity, Apophaticism, and Divine-Human Communion and co-editor of Thinking through Faith: New Perspectives from Orthodox Christian Scholars and Orthodox Readings of Augustine. On Get Wisdom, Jason Barker discusses the importance of Assisting People of Faith.
Join Roger Hunt for Daily Readings and Remembrances. Each day we will read the Holy Scriptures and the lives of the Saints. This week will feature readings from St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians, his letter to the Colossians, and the Gospel of John; featured Saints include Cosmas and Damian the Holy Unmercenaries of Asia, The Holy Martyrs Acindynus, Pegasius, Aphthonius, and others. Please join us on The Orthodox Christian Network, www.myocn.net.
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SHARE THE LIGHT PARTNERS
ONLY 12 MORE PARTNERS TO GO!
We are on the home stretch with only 12 more partners to go to meet our 2012 goal of 100 partners. We can do it! But...only with your help!! Let your friends and relatives know about our outreach media ministry. Ask them to support OCN with a donation in the range of $1000 to $5000. As a token of our appreciation, all new and renewing partners who mail in payments or pay in full by December 31, 2012 will be sent a beautiful angel icon Christmas ornament. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call Kathy Chapekis, our OCN Annual Giving Coordinator at 954-522-5567.
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PARISH OUTREACH
With just a few months left in 2012, there is still time to hold a Share the Light Sunday in your parish. Not only does a Share the Light Sunday help inform your parishioners about our ministry, it also allows your parish to start raising awareness and funds for your own Parish Affiliate Station. For materials and ideas on how to host a Share the Light Sunday, contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or call 954-522-5567.
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COMING SOON TO OCN......
Watch for breaking news in the next few weeks as OCN broadens its offerings in new and exciting ways, drawing on incredible talent in the ranks of the clergy and laity from multiple Orthodox Christian jurisdictions. New programming is on the horizon! Tell your friends. ******************
OCN AROUND THE COUNTRY
Visitations by OCN Staff around the country continue. Watch here for a schedule of presentations being made regularly around the country. You may also want to invite a member of our staff to speak at your church. Feel free to call our office at 954-522-5567.
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WEBCAST
"We Are Witnesses for Christ" is the topic of this month's Adult Study Class beginning this Sunday at 10:00AM EST on our website at www.myocn.net. Tune in every Sunday to see the class via video from St. Demetrios in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Each week, we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest to Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. Visit the Orthodox Study Classes section under Orthodox Video on www.myocn.net to see upcoming class topics and view archived classes.
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TRAVEL WITH OCN
CRUISE WITH OCN - Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN, Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos, and Rev. Dr. Steven Zorzos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 20-29, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808.
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OCN WANTS TO KNOW WHO YOUR HEROES ARE...
If you are an Orthodox Christian over the age of 18, please go to OCN's website and nominate an Orthodox Christian layperson who, in your opinion, has distinguished him or herself in Christian love and service to others in some exemplary way. We kindly ask that you please visit myocn.net/hero to nominate your hero today.
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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER- Thank you to all of the thousands of you who visit and follow us daily on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Orthodox-Christian-Network/84325040329) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/myocn). Look soon to find out more information about new events being planned. It is also a great way to interact with our Executive Director, Fr. Christopher Metropulos, and ask your questions about life and our faith. Check out the "YouTube" buttons on the OCN Facebook Page and The Sounding Facebook Page. Watch the OCN YouTube Channel right from Facebook.
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ADVERTISING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor a program or feature your company on the high-traffic MyOCN.net website during this coming holiday season. Visit our special website for advertising opportunities at www.myocn.com. Call 954-522-5567 today.
All programs are available on Internet Radio, Podcast, and On Demand at www.myocn.net.
The Orthodox Christian Network has been an official agency of SCOBA since 2003 and is now working within the Assembly of Bishops. Originally commissioned by SCOBA to create a national, sustainable and effective media witness for Orthodox Christianity throughout North America, OCN produces the only nationally syndicated Orthodox Christian radio broadcast, as well as several other outreach programs, including DVDs and internet-based media, in direct collaboration with sister assembly agencies (e.g., IOCC, OCMC, OCF, OCPM), as well as with various Orthodox Christian jurisdictions and pan-Orthodox, para-church organizations. Our goal is to engage the broader culture of North America with Orthodox Christianity's rich theological, spiritual, and moral heritage, and to thereby strengthen the Orthodox Church's witness and contribution to the culture in which we live.
THIS WEEK FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN NETWORK
COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT - THE NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM OF ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY
One of the show's youngest guests, 13-year-old Jessie Beddoe, joins Fr. Chris to talk about the stories she writes for publication. We'll also hear from Fr. Demetrios Tonias about St. Demetrios, whose memory we celebrate on the 26th of October.
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THE SOUNDING SOUND OFF
Bev Cooke started a rousing discussion on atheism in "I'm Tired of Being a Zoo Exhibit" (http://blog.myocn.com/culture/im-tired-of-being-a-zoo-exhibit.html). Rada Tierney brings us some news on IOCC's work with refugees in "Easing the Trauma of Displaced Syrian Families" (http://blog.myocn.com/ministries/easing-the-trauma-of-displaced-syrian-families.html). And Hollie Benton raises some questions about an age-old problem in the church, in "The PK Quandary" (http://blog.myocn.com/home-and-family/the-pk-quandry.html). Come add your voice to the conversations on these and other topics. We're looking forward to seeing you at http://blog.myocn.com and on The Sounding Orthodox Blog Facebook page.
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OCN PODCASTS
On Special Moments in Orthodoxy, we'll hear a CRTL episode from the OCN vault, in which Fr. Nick Triandafilou discusses giving and stewardship. The world is full of people who need your help. Find out what the Bible has to say about charitable giving and remaining strong in the faith in this week's episode of Get Wisdom, which wraps up our study of 1 Corinthians.
Join Roger Hunt for Daily Readings and Remembrances. Each day, we will read the Holy Scriptures and the lives of the Saints. This week will feature readings from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians, his letter to the Hebrews, and the Second Letter to Timothy; featured Saints include The Holy Great Martyr Demetrius the Myrrh-Streamer, Nestor the Martyr of Thessaloniki, Anastasia the Martyr of Rome, and others. Please join us on The Orthodox Christian Network, www.myocn.net.
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SHARE THE LIGHT PARTNERS
ONLY 12 MORE PARTNERS TO GO!
It's not too late to make it count for 2012! With 88 partners, 88% of our goal has been met. Let's make it 100%! Of these, 84 have already fulfilled or are current with their pledge. Partners pledge an annual amount to OCN in the range of $1,000 to $5,000. They provide the financial backbone for our outreach ministry. Don't forget to invite your friends and relatives to become part of this sacred group. Have them contact Annual Giving Coordinator Kathy Chapekis at 954-522-5567 to become a partner today!
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PARISH OUTREACH
With just a few months left in 2012, there is still time to hold a Share the Light Sunday in your parish. Not only does a Share the Light Sunday help inform your parishioners about our ministry, it also allows your parish to start raising awareness and funds for your own Parish Affiliate Station. For materials and ideas on how to host a Share the Light Sunday, contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or call 954-522-5567.
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WEBCAST
"Living Our Lives Purposefully as Orthodox Christians" is the topic of this month's Adult Study Class beginning this Sunday at 10:00AM EST on our website at www.myocn.net. Tune in every Sunday to see the class via video from St. Demetrios in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Each week, we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest to Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. Visit the Orthodox Study Classes section under Orthodox Video on www.myocn.net to see upcoming class topics and view archived classes.
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TRAVEL WITH OCN
CRUISE WITH OCN - Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN and Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 20-29, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808.
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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER- Thank you to all of the thousands of you who visit and follow us daily on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Orthodox-Christian-Network/84325040329) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/myocn). Look soon to find out more information about new events being planned. It is also a great way to interact with our Executive Director, Fr. Christopher Metropulos, and ask your questions about life and our faith. Check out the "YouTube" buttons on the OCN Facebook Page and The Sounding Facebook Page. Watch the OCN YouTube Channel right from Facebook.
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ADVERTISING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor a program or feature your company on the high-traffic MyOCN.net website during this coming holiday season. Visit our special website for advertising opportunities at www.myocn.com. Call 954-522-5567 today.
All programs are available on Internet Radio, Podcast, and On Demand at www.myocn.net.
The Orthodox Christian Network has been an official agency of SCOBA since 2003 and is now working within the Assembly of Bishops. Originally commissioned by SCOBA to create a national, sustainable and effective media witness for Orthodox Christianity throughout North America, OCN produces the only nationally syndicated Orthodox Christian radio broadcast, as well as several other outreach programs, including DVDs and internet-based media, in direct collaboration with sister assembly agencies (e.g., IOCC, OCMC, OCF, OCPM), as well as with various Orthodox Christian jurisdictions and pan-Orthodox, para-church organizations. Our goal is to engage the broader culture of North America with Orthodox Christianity's rich theological, spiritual, and moral heritage, and to thereby strengthen the Orthodox Church's witness and contribution to the culture in which we live.
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THIS WEEK FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN NETWORK
COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT - THE NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM OF ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY
Allison Backous Troy joins Fr. Chris to talk about her conversion to Orthodoxy, experience of her wedding sacrament, and her understanding of the purpose of life. But first, we'll hear from Mark Powell, the Executive Director of Cappella Romana, about the new CD they have just released of their recent tour in Greece.
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ILLUMINATION LEARNING- REGISTER FOR THE NEXT WEBINAR
A webinar will be held on October 20, 2012. The topic of the webinar is "Living Our Lives Purposefully as Orthodox Christians." Excellent speakers have been gathered for this unique gathering on line. Registration for the webinar is available starting October 13, 2012 at www.orthodoxconference.com. Also, take a look at our promotional video for this event - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-lO8PuJrJA
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THE SOUNDING SOUND OFF
Do Christians still need the Old Testament? What for? It's not even really our book, is it? Jeff Holton offers one answer to this question in "The Old Testament is Our Story" (http://blog.myocn.com/orthodoxy-basics/bible/the-old-testament-is-our-story.html). Kelly Lardin brings us her next Orthodox craft video (with the help of her adorable assistant) in "New Beginnings, Part 2: Decoupage Icon Memento Box" (http://blog.myocn.com/education/new-beginnings-part-2-decoupage-icon-memento-box.html). And blog chief Melinda Johnson shares her experience of some unexpected "Side Effects of Adult Baptism" (http://blog.myocn.com/orthodoxy-basics/side-effects-of-adult-baptism.html). Visit us and share your perspective at http://blog.myocn.com and on The Sounding Orthodox Blog Facebook page.
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OCN PODCASTS
On Theologically Thinking, Fr. Thomas Hopko discusses "Knowing God." On Special Moments in Orthodoxy, we'll hear a CRTL episode from the OCN vault, Dr. Albert Rossi discussing "Living Life on God's Terms."
Join Roger Hunt for Daily Readings and Remembrances. Each day, we will read the Holy Scriptures and the lives of the Saints. This week will feature readings from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians, his letter to the Philippians, and the Gospel of St. John; featured Saints include Luke the Evangelist, St. Varys the Martyr, Artemius the Great Martyr of Antioch, and others. Please join us on The Orthodox Christian Network, www.myocn.net.
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iPHONE WINNER
We are pleased to announce that Ruben Santiago is the winner of the iPhone Contest Drawing! Hundreds of individuals participated in this offering on the OCN website last month and Ruben was the lucky winner! Congratulations Ruben and may God continue to bless you!
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SHARE THE LIGHT PARTNERS
ONLY 14 MORE PARTNERS TO GO!
It's not too late to make it count for 2012! With 86 partners, 86% of our goal has been met. Let's make it 100%! Of these, 83 have already fulfilled or are current with their pledge. Partners pledge an annual amount to OCN in the range of $1,000 to $5,000. They provide the financial backbone for our outreach ministry. Don't forget to invite your friends and relatives to become part of this sacred group. Have them contact Annual Giving Coordinator Kathy Chapekis at 954-522-5567 to become a partner today!
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PARISH OUTREACH
With just a few months left in 2012, there is still time to hold a Share the Light Sunday in your parish. Not only does a Share the Light Sunday help inform your parishioners about our ministry, it also allows your parish to start raising awareness and funds for your own Parish Affiliate Station. For materials and ideas on how to host a Share the Light Sunday, contact our Coordinator of Radio Outreach, Joseph Olas. You can email him at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or call 954-522-5567.
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WEBCAST
"Living Our Lives Purposefully as Orthodox Christians" is the topic of this month's Adult Study Class beginning this Sunday at 10:00AM EST on our website at www.myocn.net. Tune in every Sunday to see the class via video from St. Demetrios in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Each week, we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest to Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. Visit the Orthodox Study Classes section under Orthodox Video on www.myocn.net to see upcoming class topics and view archived classes.
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TRAVEL WITH OCN
CRUISE WITH OCN - Join fellow listeners of OCN on a 7-night cruise through the Western Caribbean. Plan to sail with us February 16-23, 2013 on the MSC Poesia. More details will be posted on www.myocn.net including an exciting list of inspiring speakers and special cultural entertainment.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH - PILGRIMAGE TO TURKEY - OCN and Rev. Dr. Christopher Metropulos are hosting a pilgrimage to Turkey: Constantinople-Cappadocia-Smyrni May 20-29, 2013! For 9 days and 7 nights, visit the 17th century Ecumenical Patriarchate, where you will bear witness to its solemn existence, spiritual strength, and religious devotion. Look for more details coming on www.myocn.net, and also watch for a travel blog during the pilgrimage. Call Cloud Tours for trip details – 718-721-3808.
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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER- Thank you to all of the thousands of you who visit and follow us daily on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Orthodox-Christian-Network/84325040329) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/myocn). Look soon to find out more information about new events being planned. It is also a great way to interact with our Executive Director, Fr. Christopher Metropulos, and ask your questions about life and our faith. Check out the "YouTube" buttons on the OCN Facebook Page and The Sounding Facebook Page. Watch the OCN YouTube Channel right from Facebook.
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ADVERTISING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor a program or feature your company on the high-traffic MyOCN.net website during this coming holiday season. Visit our special website for advertising opportunities at www.myocn.com. Call 954-522-5567 today.
All programs are available on Internet Radio, Podcast, and On Demand at www.myocn.net.
The Orthodox Christian Network has been an official agency of SCOBA since 2003 and is now working within the Assembly of Bishops. Originally commissioned by SCOBA to create a national, sustainable and effective media witness for Orthodox Christianity throughout North America, OCN produces the only nationally syndicated Orthodox Christian radio broadcast, as well as several other outreach programs, including DVDs and internet-based media, in direct collaboration with sister assembly agencies (e.g., IOCC, OCMC, OCF, OCPM), as well as with various Orthodox Christian jurisdictions and pan-Orthodox, para-church organizations. Our goal is to engage the broader culture of North America with Orthodox Christianity's rich theological, spiritual, and moral heritage, and to thereby strengthen the Orthodox Church's witness and contribution to the culture in which we live.
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