Becoming a Healing Presence: Recent Episodes
Dr. Albert Rossi and Ancient Faith Radio
Through Christ, We Learn to Bring Healing to Others - We are a healing presence to others when we give them strength and when we give them hope. On Becoming a Healing Presence, Dr. Albert Rossi explains how to do both in imitation of Christ, our complete healer, who desires nothing more than for us to be His humanity on earth - his healing presence to others.
What does it mean to call someone "walking prayer?" In this episode, Dr. Rossi offers a reflection on the people in our lives who might fit this description.
Doctor Rossi shares insights from some of Orthodoxy's most prominent public figures about the importance of leading a self-disciplined inner life.
Dr. Rossi shares some recent experiences that convicted him of the need to look for God's hand in the small, mundane things in life.
Doctor Rossi reflects on recognizing and giving thanks for the abundance of blessings we have in life, even in times of troubles.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the reality that Christ is with us at all times—even if no one else is present.
Dr Rossi illustrates "synergy" and our relationship to Christ with the help of a famous African folk tale.
Dr. Rossi encourages us to remember and cherish the gift of our free will and use it to please God and serve others.
Dr. Rossi interviews a long-time friend and physician about "The Balm of Gilead" and her ministry of physical and spiritual healing in the medical field.
Dr. Rossi and his wife reflect on the "Silent Night" of the incarnation of God and it's meaning for all mankind.
Late one evening, Dr. Rossi ruminates about his experience serving as a juror on a high-stakes court case, and what it took to bring unanimity among twelve people of very different backgrounds.
Dr. Rossi reflects on Fr. Hopko's often-repeated advice, "Stay close to Jesus," and also on what it means to say to someone, "Give me a word, please."
Dr. Rossi speaks with a colleague about an experience this colleague had at the Vigil for the Annunciation.
Dr. Rossi reflects on angels through sharing with us the music and wisdom of Arvo Pärt.
Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent health incident and relates it to the concept of imposter syndrome.
Dr. Rossi reflects on how we are not are sins or our virtues. What, then, is left? Can we love ourselves for who we are?
Dr. Rossi reflects on a recent experience and the role of that particular prayer, "Jesus, Thy Will Be Done," in his life.
Dr. Rossi reflects upon the wisdom of a term that young people are using. What is "secret sauce"?
Dr. Rossi interviews Nico Bezzerides, a student at Dartmouth who has taken the fall semester off to do missionary work in Gulu, Uganda, with Fr. Simon Menya.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the relationship between the Creed and the Jesus Prayer, and how central mercy is to our lives.
Dr. Rossi reflects on what Jesus means when he says that his yoke is easy and his burden is light.
In this rather lyrical episode, Dr. Albert Rossi presents us with a poetic image taken from Psalm 81.
Dr. Rossi shares a spiritual practice from his time as a Catholic monk, that still holds great meaning to him today.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Simon Menya, an Orthodox priest doing great things in Uganda.To support Fr. Simon's work, checks may be sent to:Lift Up Uganda 950 10th St. Berthoud, CO 80513Phone number: (970)391-2690You can also support him at frsimon@nussp.org.In the memo line of the donation, you can write either "NUSSP" or "Fr. Simon."
Dr. Rossi discusses the need for hobbies and leisure, as balanced with the need for uplifting pursuits.
Dr. Rossi explores the difference between abiding and striving in the spiritual life, and the necessity of reliance on God.
Dr. Rossi explores living in the present moment, with aid of the song, "Turn! Turn! Turn!"
Dr. Albert Rossi talks about the importance of doing the little things, and what a small gesture can mean to another person.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Michael Legaspi about the experience of his daughter becoming a monastic.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the opportunity to be in continual prayer with God throughout each moment of our days.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the way in which what we do in the present moment can change events in the past.
Dr. Albert Rossi encourages us to avoid the savior complex and instead to be gentle with ourselves as we seek to grow in Christ.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares a metaphor for how we can put the name of Jesus on those we come in contact with.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares about his experience of having eye surgery and how it compares to our spiritual sight.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares with us the impact that seeking silence has had on his life and relationships.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the morning prayer of Philaret of Moscow:O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace, help me in all things to rely upon your holy will.In every hour of the day reveal your will to me.Bless my dealings with all who surround me.Teach me to treat all that comes to throughout the day with peace of soul and with firm conviction that your will governs all.In all my deeds and words, guide my thoughts and feelings.In unforeseen events, let me not forget that all are sent by you.Teach me to act firmly and wisely, without embittering and embarrassing others.Give me strength to bear the fatigue of the coming day with all that it shall bring.Direct my will, teach me to pray.And you, yourself, pray in me.Amen.
Dr. Albert Rossi interview Kyra Limberakis and Ella Powers about the newly established Orthodox Volunteer Corps. orthodoxvolunteercorps.org
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the call to accept reality without complaint, praying for the needs of each new day.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the unexpected turn of events that we often encounter in our lives and how we might respond to them.
Dr. Albert Rossi considers how to respond to the unforeseen events in life through Metropolitan Philaret of Moscow's morning prayer.
O Lord, grant that I may meet the coming day in peace. Help me in all things to rely upon Thy Holy Will. In every hour of the day, reveal Thy will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround me. Teach me to treat all that comes to me throughout the day with peace of soul, and with the firm conviction that Thy will governs all. In all my deeds and words, guide my thoughts and feelings. In unforeseen events, let me not forget that all are sent by Thee. Teach me to act firmly and wisely, without embittering and embarrassing others. Give me the strength to bear the fatigue of the coming day with all that it shall bring. Direct my will. Teach me to pray. Pray Thou Thyself in me. Amen.
Dr. Albert Rossi contemplates the depth of forgiveness and our difficulty in accepting it in repentance.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares a story about the power of resilience in some of the most challenging circumstances in life.
Dr. Albert Rossi follows up on his podcast, "Everyone Is Doing The Best They Can," by asking us to consider the importance of forgiveness of one's self as we engage in repentance towards joy.
Dr. Albert Rossi encourage us to assume the best of others, seeking to love all who come into our lives, while resisting a judgmental spirit.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the need to communicate with one another and to pray, from the heart, in deep silence.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects the impact that our distracted minds and hearts have on our lives and the lives of others.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the cultural understanding of joy in contrast with the Orthodox understanding of joy.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the impact and opportunity of failures in our lives for spiritual growth.
Dr. Albert Rossi continues his reflections on the profound statement by St. Silouan the Athonite, "Keep your mind in hell and despair not."
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the profound statement by St. Silouan the Athonite, "Keep your mind in hell and despair not."
Dr. Albert Rossi share some of his favorite Bible quotations for our encouragement, and he asks us to share our favorites passages from the Holy Scriptures with him.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his understanding of how to discover Christ's joy in both the small and great experiences of our daily lives.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses his understanding of the synergy of our cooperation with God in His work.
Dr. Albert Rossi considers the difference between suffering and pain, and how we can be set free from suffering even during the pain of life.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his thoughts on the statement, "Christ is everything, and the cross is a difficult privilege."
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the mystery of the relationship that the Orthodox Church has with the Theotokos through the poetic expressions that the Church uses to describe her.
Dr. Albert Rossi encourages us to be aware of the ways in which our thoughts are directing the course of our lives, both towards evil and good, and calls us to embrace those thoughts which align our lives with the thoughts of Christ.
Dr. Albert Rossi considers how the wounds that we experience in life can actually be gifts which offer us opportunities to draw closer to God.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the relationship between the inner conflict we experience and the discernment of the will of God.
Dr. Albert Rossi offers a method for conflict resolution as illustrated through his personal experience.
Dr. Albert Rossi offers a reflection on the question, "What Would Jesus Do?", and offers a more helpful variation on this popular question.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the statement, "We are what we eat," in a discussion about truth.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his thoughts on what it means to become like a child in order to inherit the Kingdom of God.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his reflections on faith as seen through the story of St. Thomas' encounter with the risen Jesus.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the Biblical imagery of our heart as a Garden in which God dwells.
Dr. Albert Rossi continues his musings about the real life experiences of the Theotokos.
Dr. Albert Rossi muses about the life of the Theotokos, the Virgin Mary, "the Great Example".
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his answers to the questions: How can I be disciplined and relaxed? What have I learned from past Lents? And, what is my current attitude towards this current Lent?
Dr. Albert Rossi challenges us to consider how we are relating to one another over the issue of wearing facial masks.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the spiritual lessons that can be learned from the famous Mona Lisa.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects further on the spiritual treasures to be found in suffering through the words St. Therese of Lisieux.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on a conversation he had following the Nativity divine services on how we can make Christianity really real in our lives.
Dr. Albert Rossi turns the well known phrase, "A Mile Wide and an Inch Deep," around in order to help us see our need to deeper into our true self in Christ.
Dr. Albert Rossi continues his discussion on the reframing of our thoughts based on his reading of the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives: The Life and Teachings of Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica. (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the topic of reframing our thinking based on his reading of the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives: The Life and Teachings of Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica. (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the topic of political correctness and shares his views on a better to be in relationship with one another.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the life of St. Silouan and the great value of little things.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares more about his view on the eternal nature of marriage and his relationship with his wife, of blessed memory.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the inevitability of surprises occurring in our lives and how our mindset directs the way in which we receive them.
Dr. Albert Rossi introduces his new book published by Ancient Faith Publishing titled All is Well.
Dr. Albert S. Rossi is a licensed clinical psychologist and Christian educator who has spoken and written widely on these topics. Dr. Rossi was a member of the SCOBA Commission on Contemporary Social and Moral Issues for six years. He is currently Director of Field Education and serves as the resident clinical psychologist at St. Vladimir’s Seminary. He is the author of Becoming a Healing Presence (Ancient Faith Publishing, 2014) and hosts the podcast of the same name on Ancient Faith Radio.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on how we can be a healing presence during these dark times in our world.
Dr. Albert Rossi continues his reflections on the state of the human race in our culture and the Orthodox Church.
Dr. Albert Rossi encourages us to consider what is in our own hearts in regards to prejudices in how we relate to other human beings.
Dr. Albert Rossi interview Dr. Alexis Vien, an Orthodox physician who has been working in a New York City hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. David Mezynski on the topic of Sobriety and the Desert Fathers. Fr. David is the former Dean of Students at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, and is currently working as a social worker in Rochester, New York.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the deep and important topic of self image as it relates to our life in Christ.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. Joshua Lollar on the influence of St. Maximos the Confessor for us today.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the importance of developing resilience in our lives by discussing the concept of object permanence.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses how we express our beliefs as Orthodox Christians with Dr. Peter Bouteneff, Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Younkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. David Mezynski on the dangerous and helpful understandings of guilt and shame. The Very Rev. Dr David Mezynski is the Assistant Professor of Orthodox Spirituality at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the Two Trinities - the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and Me, Myself and I.
Dr. Al Rossi interviews Dr. Daniel Hinshaw on the life and spiritual legacy of Fr. Roman Braga. Dr. Daniel Hinshaw is professor of palliative care at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, New York.
Dr. Albert Rossi has a conversation with Fr. Nikodhim, pastor of St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox Church in Queens, New York, on the topic of transparency and accountability in the development of trust of others in dangerous situations.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Chaplain Sarah Byrne-Martelli, co-host of the AFR podcast "A Wounded Healer," on the upcoming OCAMPR conference. OCAMPR stands for The Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology and Religion.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on one of his favorite saints, St. Silouan the Athonite. The book Dr. Rossi references, Saint Silouan the Athonite, is available through the Ancient Faith Store.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Rev. Dr. Anthony G. Roeber, Professor of Church History at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, on the topic of "Boundaries and Frontiers Within the Church."
Dr. Rossi address issues of the purity of the heart and mind in relation to sexual chastity.
Dr. Albert Rossi has a follow up interview with Fr. Sergius Halvorsen on the topic of "The Homily and the Hearer." Rev. Dr. J. Sergius Halvorsen is the Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Grant S. White, Assistant Professor of Liturgical Theology at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, on the topic of the Liturgy and a person's search for meaning in turbulent times.
Dr. Rossi continues his reflections on the book titled On the Invocation of the Name of Jesus by Lev Gillet.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the book titled On the Invocation of the Name of Jesus by Lev Gillet.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews the Very Rev. Dr. Alexander Rentel, the new Chancellor of the Orthodox Church in America. Fr. Alexander recently gave a homily in the chapel of St. Vladimir's Theological Seminary on the topic of the paschal light of Christ at work in risen Christians.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. John Behr (Director of the Master of Theology Program and the Father Georges Florovsky Distinguished Professorship of Patristics at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY) on a homily he gave on the Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. Alexis Trader, author of Ancient Christian Wisdom, on the topic of overcoming impulsivity and the desire to control the world around us.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the life of St. Mary of Egypt and the ways that she calls us to our own life of repentance.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews The Right Reverend Paul, Bishop of Chicago and the Midwest in the Orthodox Church in America, on the present condition of polarization within the Church and the United States.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the purpose and meaning of miracles in the mystery of God's plan, and calls us to become more aware of the miracles that we experience everyday.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Peter Bouteneff about the Sacred Arts Initiative at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. Information about the Sacred Arts Initiative can be found here.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Carla Thomas, M.D., Trustee of St. Vladimir's Seminary, on the topic of using music as a healing therapy. Dr. Thomas is a Family Practice physician, Board Member of Orthodox Prison Ministry, member of the Brotherhood of St. Moses the Black and parishioner at St. Luke Orthodox Church in Anniston, Alabama (OCA).
Dr. Albert Rossi shares a letter that he received from a former seminarian about the lessons that he learned and how he is sharing those insights through his ministry today.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews seminarian Dn. Simon Menya on his vision for ministry in his home country called "Project Uganda." Dn. Simon is a student at Saint Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on difference between reactive and proactive approaches to life.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. Sergius Halvorsen on the topic of "Apologetics and Evangelization: The Dangers of Profiteering." Rev. Dr. J. Sergius Halvorsen is the Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Gayle Woloschak on the topic of bioethics. Dr. Woloschak is a professor of Radiation Oncology at Northwestern University in Chicago and an adjunct professor of Religion and Science at Lutheran School of Theology Chicago, and at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, as well as Professor of Bioethics at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Philip Mamalakis on the 2018 Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology and Religion (OCAMPR) Conference titled "Compliance and Resistance: Discerning the Spirit". This year's conference will be held on November 8-10 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church Cultural Center in Somerset, New Jersey.
Dr. Albert Rossi shares his reflections on the book titled In the Heart of the Desert: The Spirituality of the Desert Fathers and Mothers by Fr. John Chryssavgis.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. David Mezynski, Associate Dean for Student Affairs at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, on the book titled Harlots of the Desert by Benedicta Ward.
Dr. Albert Rossi explains the narcissus myth and how the narcissistic tendency that is in all of us needs to be healed by the cross of Christ.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Gayle Woloschak about OCAMPR and her life and faith journey. Dr. Woloschak, professor of Radiation Oncology at Northwestern University in Chicago and an adjunct professor of Religion and Science at Lutheran School of Theology Chicago, and at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, as well as Professor of Bioethics at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews His Beatitude, Metropolitan Tikhon of All America and Canada about his encounter with a young girl with terminal cancer.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the topic of leisure and invites us to consider how to use our leisure time to restore our souls.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Peter Bouteneff about his new book titled, How to Become a Sinner, published by St. Vladimir's Press. Dr. Bouteneff is the Director of the Master of Arts Program and Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Albert Rossi explains how we can live in the awareness that "all is well" in the middle of a troubled world.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Spyridoula Fotinis about the gathering for young adults called Orthodoxy on Tap.
Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the role of "narrative" in the life of Orthodox Christians with Fr. John Shimchick. Fr. John is the rector of the Orthodox Church of the Holy Cross (OCA) in Medford, NJ. The video interview by Fr. John with Dr. Rossi that is reference in this podcast can be found here.
Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on some of his favorite Bible quotes and shares how they speak to him.
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Fr. Joshua Trant, parish priest of St. Matthew the Apostle Mission in Baton Rouge, LA.
Dr. Albert Rossi continues his discussion on consciousness by helping us understand that consciousness consists of more than thought to include the total person. (Part 3 of 3)
Dr. Albert Rossi interviews John Maddex, Co-Founder and President of Ancient Faith Ministries, about his coming into the Orthodox Church, the founding of AFM and what he has learned along the way.
Dr. Rossi shares some ideas for how to counteract our dark thoughts and regain freedom in our minds. (Part 2 of 3)
Dr. Rossi discusses our ability to have control over our thought processes, so that we have freedom over our minds. (Part 1 of 3)
Dr. Rossi interviews Matushka Robin Freeman, Director of Music at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the message of Psalm 23, and shares a beautiful recording of the psalm set to music.
Dr. Rossi, interviews Fr. Raymond Browne, Rector of St. Mark's Orthodox Church (OCA) in Wrightstown, PA, on the topic of identity.
Dr. Rossi reflects upon the Gospel account of the temptation of Jesus in light of his trip to the Mount of Temptation Monastery in the Holy Land.
Dr. Rossi speaks to the current outbreak of public political violence, and our own temptations to violence in various forms and ways.
Dr. Rossi interviews a recent graduate of St Tikhon's on his insightful thesis, Jesus and Adam.
Dr. Rossi shares remembrances of Fr. Thomas Hopko from his friends and family along with some of Fr. Tom's maxims. This podcast is part 2 of 2.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the life and ministry of Fr. Thomas Hopko. This podcast is Part 1 of 2.
Dr. Rossi reflects on the reality of what is unseen, seeing Christ through the eyes of the heart even in death.
Dr. Rossi once again interviews Fr. Sean Levine, a graduate of St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary and now chaplain in the United States Army, regarding Family Systems Theory and how it applies to our healing the growth.
Dr. Rossi reflects upon the meaning and significance of Psalm 6 in the light of his dear wife's suffering and death from bone cancer.
Dr. Rossi addresses the question, "What is Sanity?" He interviews Alexis, an Orthodox Christian living with schizophrenia.
Dr. Rossi shares his travels to the Holy Land by describing the Lake (Sea) of Galilee and the surrounding area where Jesus did much of his ministry.
Dr. Rossi interviews the Very Rev. Alexander Rentel on the topic of Canon Law. Fr. Rentel is the Director of the Master of Divinity Program, Ecclesiarch, Assistant Professor of Canon Law and Byzantine Studies and The John and Paraskeva Skvir Lecturer in Practical Theology at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonker, NY.
Dr. Rossi reflects upon the power of a sense of wonder in how we approach life and God.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Sergius Halvorsen on the place of the homily in the life of the average parishioner. The Rev. Dr. J. Sergius Halvorsen is the Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program, Assistant Professor of Homiletics and Rhetoric at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Rossi shares his thoughts on the meaning and purpose of the trees in the Garden of Eden for us today.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Nicholas Solak, parish priest of Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Stroudsburg, PA, on the topic of Clergy Peer Learning Groups in the life of a priest.
Dr. Rossi addresses the often controversial subject of politics. He encourages us, through the teaching of St. John Chrysostom, to always keep an eschatological view of this world and our engagement in the political arena.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Sean Levine, a graduate of St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary and now chaplain in the United States Army, about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Dr. Rossi shares a brief summary of his presentation titled "On Pain and Suffering" at the Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology and Religion (OCAMPR) conference held at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, MA.
Dr. Rossi interview Simon Menya, a Ugandan student at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, on the topic of grieving.
Dr. Rossi speaks to us about the role of detachment in our life in Christ. He shares from his own experience of learning to let go of the success of his labor, even as he strives to be faithful in all that he does.
Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Paul Meyendorff on the topic of Baptism. Dr. Meyendorff was the Alexander Schmemann Professor of Liturgical Theology at Saint Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Rossi discusses the temptation towards sexual lust and the power of Christ that helps us to overcome these temptations to sin.
Dr. Rossi interviews Wes Pulley, a recent graduate from St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY, on the topic of hospitality in the local parish.
Dr. Rossi reflects upon an interaction that he had with his granddaughter and Jesus' call to become like a little child.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Paul Lazor, the former Dean of Students at Saint Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Rossi describes the power of holy places, like Meteora in Greece, to deepen our faith.
Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Paul Meyendorff about the topic of healing and the Sacrament of Unction.
Dr. Rossi interviews Christopher and Jennifer Moore, who spent eight months as missionaries in Mongolia. Christopher is a first year student at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Rossi interviews Simon Menya, a Ugandan student at St. Vladimir's Orthodoxy Theological Seminary in Yonkers, NY.
Dr. Rossi addresses some of the difficult issues that youth today face, and how we can be a healing presence in their lives.
Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Paul Meyendorff, the Father Alexander Schmemann Professor of Liturgical Theology and Director of Continuing Education at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary about the importance of attending and participating in the Divine Liturgy.
What role do bells play in the Orthodox Church? Dr. Rossi tells us and gives a brief history of their use.
Dr. Rossi welcomes guest Dr. Peter Bouteneff, Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary to discuss a retreat he recently led about finding the proper view of self as a person created in the image of God.
Today we have the special treat of hearing several recordings obtained by Dr. Rossi of people singing the Jesus Prayer.
Dr. Rossi interviews a young seminarian at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary about the Indian Orthodox Church. We also hear some examples of Indian Orthodox chant.
Dr. Rossi discusses therapy in the Orthodox tradition as well as some advice on choosing a therapist.
Listen to this beautiful interview with Alexis, an Orthodox Christian living with schizophrenia and someone who has a relationship with Christ which is a powerful witness to the love of God.
Dr. Rossi selects some of his favorite sayings from the beloved Desert Father, Abba Poemen.
Dr. Rossi talks with graduate student and old friend Danielle Xanthos about the ministry and martyrdom of Mother Maria of Paris.
Today Dr. Rossi reflects on the town of Nazareth in the New Testament and specifically on the life of Christ in that town.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. David Mezynski about a course he taught at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary about the Desert Mothers of the Church.
After coming home from a visit with Matushka Juliana Schmemann, Dr. Rossi reflects on aging and the preparation for the next life.
What is our relationship with those who have gone to heaven? Dr. Rossi reflects on this as well as his remembrance of Fr. Thomas Hopko.
Today, Dr. Rossi talks about thankfulness for all things—good or bad. It's an attitude we all need to cultivate.
Dr. Rossi talks with Fr. Joseph Purpura, Chairman of the Department of Youth and Parish Ministry for the Antiochian Archdiocese. Learn about how to best communicate with and serve our teens and young people.
Today Dr. Rossi reflects on a sermon given by a student priest at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. The topic was the action taken to get the paralytic in front of Jesus.
Today Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Jane (Carnahan) Hinshaw, a Clinical Instructor of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health Care System. She is also an Orthodox Christian. They discuss mental health, medicine, and therapies designed to help those struggling.
Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Dan Hinshaw, a surgeon who wrote the book Suffering and the Nature of Healing, published by SVS Press.
Dr. Rossi takes us to Taylor, PA, and share his experience with the myrrh-gushing icon at St. George Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church. He interviews a college student and plays a clip of the singing of the faithful gathered there.
Dr. Rossi reflects on his visit to the gravesite of his wife on New Years Eve and the significance of life, death, and the incarnation.
Today, Dr. Rossi reflects on Met. Kallistos Ware's book, The Orthodox Way, and tells about the journey of living the Orthodox life in Christ.
Dr. Rossi gave a retreat in Lancaster, PA, which is the heart of the Amish and Mennonite community. He interviews Fr. Alex Goussetis from Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church about how he is relating to them.
Dr. Rossi interviews Dr. Bruce Beck, Assistant Professor of New Testament and Director of the Pappas Patristic Institute at Holy Cross Seminary. They talk about the importance of the homily in the Divine Liturgy and how we should prepare ourselves to hear it.
Dr. Rossi talks about the pre-marital communications period and how important it is to understand your future spouse.
Today Dr. Rossi talks with Fr. Nick Solak, parish priest and faculty member at St. Vladimir's Seminary about prison ministry and training seminarians for work in prisons.
In November of 2013, Dr. Rossi interviewed Sarah Najjar who was suffering from cancer. Sarah fell asleep in the Lord in August of this year and Dr. Rossi has returned to the microphone to reflect on illness.
Dr. Rossi interviews His Grace Bishop Gregory of Nyssa of the American Carpatho-Russian Archdiocese and the liaison between OCF and the Assembly of Bishops. They discuss discerning God's calling on your life.
On the last episode, Dr. Rossi welcomed Fr. John Jillions who gave some reflections on the Psalms. Today Dr. Rossi shares some thoughts about some of his own favorite Psalms.
Dr. Rossi welcomes Fr. John Jillions, Chancellor of the Orthodox Church in America, to talk about the healing nature of the Psalms.
Dr. Rossi talks about a recent book by Dr. Eugen Pentiuc entitled The Old Testament in Eastern Orthodox Tradition.
Dr. Rossi interviews the parish priest at St. Justin Martyr Orthodox Church in Jacksonville about parish life, outreach, and evangelism.
Today Dr. Rossi shares some of the material he uses in marriage enrichment seminars around the country.
Dr. Rossi has just returned from attending a wedding and his cup is overflowing with the intense significance and joy of the ceremony.
Many of you heard and appreciated part 1 of Dr. Rossi's interview with Fr. Alexander Atty recorded shortly before his falling asleep in the Lord. But there was also a part 2 and we present that today as a very touching tribute to Fr. Alexander. May his memory be eternal.
Today Dr. Rossi interviews Bishop John (Abdalah) of the Antiochian Archdiocese on the subject of purity.
Today Dr. Rossi reflects on the importance of beauty and in particular of creating beauty in our lives.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Michael Nasser, past Director of Antiochian Village Camp and Project Mexico. Fr. Michael is now priest of Holy Apostles Orthodox Mission in Bowling Green, KY.
In his last episode, Dr. Rossi reflected on the character Fr. Zosima from the Fyodor Dostoyevsky novel The Brothers Karamazov. Today he talks about the brothers themselves and the correlation with our own lives.
Dr. Rossi takes some pages out of Brothers Karamazov and Dostoyevsky's character Fr. Zosima to help us learn how to live and love.
Dr. Rossi interviews St. Vladimir's Seminary graduate Tracy Gustilo about the way the Fathers weave together the Garden of Eden and the Garden of Gethsemane.
Dr. Rossi uses the analogy of his GPS to bring home a point about how the Lord guides our way.
Today, Dr. Rossi interviews a wife and mother of two small children who is fighting cancer and has gone through several surgeries, treatments, and procedures. What can be learned from such an experience and where does God come into the picture?
Dr. Rossi visits with Fr. Alexander Atty at Antiochian Village and discusses Fr. Alexander's cancer diagnosis and how he has dealt with it.
Part two of the interview.
Dr. Rossi conducts an interview with the Dean of Students at St Vladimir's Orthodox Seminary who gave a talk on this topic to a parish recently.
Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. James Parnell, a veteran who is a student at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary preparing to become a chaplain. They discuss the reintegration and healing of combat veterans and their families.
Dr. Rossi is in Cape Cod by the surf as he reflects on Elder Porphryrios' book Wounded by Love.
Dr. Rossi's guest is Rev. Dr. Sarah Fogg, Director of Pastoral Care at St. John's Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Fogg has long been an instructor in pastoral care for the seminary students at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. She also gave the commencement address at St. Vladimir's.
Dr. Rossi recorded an adaptation of his talk that he gives to youth on sex, lust, and marriage. His talk usually lasts a couple of hours but he has condensed it here to 45 minutes. Its well worth listening to!
In an often harsh world, a gentle spirit is a reflection of the life of Christ within us.
Dr. Rossi talks with iconographer Khouria Erin Kimmett about the icon most associated with the resurrection.
Dr. Rossi uses the song "Had I a Golden Thread" as sung by his wife of blessed memory to illustrate the opportunity we all have to be a healing presence.
In this episode, Dr. Rossi interviews St. Vladimir's student Tracy Gustilo about St. Irenaeus.
What comes to mind when you hear the term "cognitive dissonance"? Today Dr. Rossi shows how this reality is active in our lives as Orthodox Christians.
Dr. Rossi uses a quote from St. Irenaeus to illustrate the need for balance in our lives.
In an earlier podcast, Dr. Rossi dealt with our need to embrace ambiguity as a way to become a healing presence. After receiving an email from a listener, he continues with this theme today.
Today Dr. Rossi reflects on this well-known hymn from both a personal standpoint as well as its place in Orthodox theology.
Today, Dr. Rossi reflects on icons and the very different perspective of the Orthodox Christian when viewing them.
Dr. Rossi reviews the new movie, Les Miserables, and points out the messages that are consistent with the Orthodox faith.
In his special Christmas episode, Dr. Rossi explores the "night" in both the Nativity story as well as Christ's Passion.
What is the difference between a career and a vocation? Dr. Rossi tells a personal story from his days as a Monk.
We hear so much about "living in the present moment" but what does that mean and how do we do it?
Books and seminars abound on the topic of time management but Dr. Rossi says as Christians we need to look at time management in a different way.
Dr. Rossi continues his comments on suicide and talks in particular about the Pastoral Paper on Suicide that was adopted by SCOBA in May of 2007.
In the first of a two-part series, Dr. Rossi helps us be a healing presence for those who are tempted with suicide.
None of us can avoid death. So as Orthodox Christians, how should we look at death and grief in a healing manner?
In the third installment on the general topic of asceticism, Dr. Rossi addresses the subtle temptation to slip into secularism.
Why is there suffering in the world? Is God trying to punish us? Dr. Rossi addresses this important topic and helps us understand that there is purpose in suffering.
Continuing his series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism", Dr. Rossi talks about "Dark Asceticism" and its dangers.
Dr. Rossi begins a short series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism" with today's episode titled "Sane Asceticism."
Continuing the theme of the last episode which dealt with Orthodoxy as Paradoxy, Dr. Rossi talks about the need to embrace ambiguity.
Dr. Rossi talks about the many paradoxes in Orthodoxy that defy explanation but at the same time define our faith.
What are we free and not free to do as believers in Christ? Dr. Rossi gives some practical examples of freedom used where freedom was not appropriate.
In this episode Dr. Rossi talks about pursuing a personal policy of honesty in all things.
How should we consider our memories? As simple camcorders, recording each event and recalling them the same way each time or something more complex?
Today, Dr. Rossi distinguishes between despondency and depression and helps us recognize and deal with it so we can be a healing presence to others.
Dr. Rossi talks about the jungle of wicked thoughts in our minds and the need to not judge others.
Part of becoming a healing presence is to share our lives with others without the expectation of reward or acknowledgement. Dr. Rossi shares the story of Johnny Appleseed as an example.
Anger - express it or repress it? Dr. Al Rossi gives us guidance and helps us understand the healthy and Christ-like alternatives.
In part 2, Dr. Rossi gives some practical advice to those who are struggling with internet pornography or those who provide counseling.
Dr. Rossi identifies the the alarming statistics and the alluring dangers of Internet Pornography.
What does it mean to be constantly in the presence of God? Dr. Rossi explores the practical implications in today's episode.
When we are intentional in our listening and silence, we are in the best position to commune with Christ.
When we are silently aware of the presence of Christ, the whisper of His name will bring healing to us and spill out to others.
Metropolitan Kallistos says "Solitude is a state of soul, not a matter of geographical location. The real desert lies within the heart." In this episode, Dr. Rossi explores the healing nature of silence.
Dr. Rossi explores how the fire of God's healing presence can flow right through us to others.
In this inaugural program, Dr. Rossi helps us define what "a Healing Presence" is and how we can begin that journey together. Included is a touching musical recording of Dr. Rossi's dear wife who fell asleep in the Lord several years ago, but who is still his life's companion.