Hearts and Minds

Fr. John Oliver, and Ancient Faith Ministries
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Personal Renewal and Cultural Change

  1. MAY 5

    Mavis and Her Strong Feelings

    Father John discusses ways in which we can practice discernment in our inner life, prayerfully separating the thoughts inspired by God from those planted by the demons.

  2. APR 27

    Jesus Saves, But How? The Wonder of Communicatio Idiomatum

    What does it really mean to say “Jesus saves”? In this episode, Fr. John reflects on the first four Ecumenical Councils and the controversy surrounding Nestorius, exploring the mystery of how Christ’s divine and human natures are united in one Person and what that means for receiving Communion, praying the Jesus Prayer, and understanding salvation.

  3. FEB 20

    ”Hell is Other People"? Not So Fast.

    Fr. John explores the differences between the Christian and secular outlooks on relationships.

  4. JAN 21

    Prepping for the Polycrisis

    Fr. John ponders the question, "What do The Ten Lepers, The Poseidon Adventure, and one minute of our life have in common?"

  5. JAN 15

    Show of Hands: Who Wants a Cold Universe?

    Fr. John reflects on losing faith, the Gospel of John, the presence of Christ, and perhaps finding faith once again through hope rather than intellect, reason and arguments.

  6. JAN 9

    Basketballs, Bells, and a Leather Belt

    Fr. John weaves together the punishment of an entire basketball team for one member's failed prank and the camel hide belts worn by the prophets to teach us about the consequences of the fall and the Incarnation for all of humanity.

  7. JAN 7

    Porphyrios Visits the Prostitutes: A Theophany Story

    Fr. John reflects on Theophany, how God regards humanity, and how His perspective differs from the gods of paganism. He shares a story from the life of St. Porphyrios as an example of how one can put God's perspective on humanity into practice in our daily interactions.

  8. JAN 5

    Christ Is the Question

    Fr. John reflects on a disastrous diplomatic miscommunication brought about by AI and God's communication through the incarnation of Christ.

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Personal Renewal and Cultural Change

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  • Creator
    Fr. John Oliver, and Ancient Faith Ministries
  • Years Active
    2007 - 2026
  • Episodes
    228
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ancient Faith Ministries
  • Show Website
    Hearts and Minds

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