The AC Podcast Denominations Series: Eastern Orthodoxy with David Goa
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Feb 13, 2026 David Goa, Eastern Orthodox theologian and lecturer, explores church as communion and the priestly vocation of believers. He connects Incarnation and the Spirit, explains liturgy as slow formation, and offers a spiritual antidote to modern ideology. He reflects on theosis, tradition, beauty, and how Scripture invites listening into living communion.
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Church As A Living Event
- David Goa describes the church as an event where communion breaks out, marked by heart-speaking-to-heart and acts of mercy.
- He argues ecclesia transcends denominations and is recognized when people show compassion and communion.
Incarnation Frames Human Transformation
- The Incarnation reveals what it means to be human and grounds scripture's two strands: idolatry and true relation to God.
- Goa frames salvation as moving from misunderstanding God to becoming whole in communion with the Logos.
Prioritize Presence Over Persuasion
- Offer hospitality and presence rather than aggressive conversion; be with people where they are and nurture them in liturgical life.
- Use liturgy to slowly form hearts toward communion, not to enforce ideological conformity.
