The Orthodox Christian Podcast

Max Harwood and Constantine Kotantoulas discuss his experience growing up in the Orthodox Church and the integration of faith and science.  1.) Theosis Woodwork: https://www.etsy.com/shop/theosiswoodwork/ 2.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Constantine Kotantoulas is the owner of Theosis Woodwork and creates handmade wall crosses. He is married with one child and runs a home renovation company.  Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood discusses the Orthodox belief that the bread and wine of communion is also the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood speaks with Marian Adams & Caroline Gann of Draw Near Designs. They discuss Marian's experience growing up in the Orthodox Church, Caroline's conversion, and products and process behind Draw Near Designs. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Marian Adams loves watercolor painting, detailed line drawings, and creating digital drawings. Her illustrations appear in the Orthodox Children’s Calendar, coloring books, advent and Lenten calendars, and other products from Draw Near Designs. She also illustrated the children’s book, “A Visit to the Monastery.” Caroline Gann is a graphic designer and content creator. She has a passion for engaging children in recipes and crafts that connect them with the fullness of our faith, as well as the culture of those who have so diligently preserved it. She seamlessly designs the Orthodox Children’s Calendar, coloring books, and other products for Draw Near Designs. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood discusses the theme of creation in the Old Testament-- specifically the original creation, the flood, and the exodus--and connects it with the baptism of Christ. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood answers a question about the connection between Israel and the Orthodox Church Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood answers questions regarding a non-Orthodox spouse and starting an Orthodox mission. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Orthodox Prayer Resource: https://dcs.goarch.org/goa/dcs/dcs.html Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood answers a question about salvation in Orthodoxy and whether or not Catholics and Protestants are saved. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood responds to questions about Oriental Orthodoxy vs. Eastern Orthodoxy and Anglicanism's connection with ancient Christianity. 1. Agreed Statements Between Oriental and Eastern Orthodox Churches: https://www.trinityorthodox.ca/documents/Agreed%20Statements-Orthodox-Oriental%20Orthodox%20Dialogue-1989-1990.pdf 2. The Inner Kingdom by Kallistos Ware: https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Kingdom-Collected-Works/dp/0881412090 Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood and Presbytera Kathryn Tussing discuss her conversion to Orthodoxy at 14 years old and the importance of striving for excellence in everything we do as a testimony to Christian faith. 1.) See Kathryn's work: https://www.kathryntussing.com/ 2.) Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Kathryn Tussing has a BA in studio arts and is a freelance artist, illustrator, and video creator. She is married to an Orthodox priest, has four kids, and likes to take long walks with the family dog. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).

Max Harwood and Fr Ryan Bishop discuss his upbringing in the Evangelical Church, departure from being a Protestant pastor, and conversion to Orthodoxy. They also discuss the continuity of the Orthodox Church with ancient Christianity, and the ways “internet Orthodoxy” goes off the rails. Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/RNvnj8G4ALctqWhb6 Fr Ryan is the second priest at St Herman of Alaska Orthodox Church in Edmonton, Alberta. At the time of recording, he is planning to launch a new Orthodox mission on the south side of Edmonton. He is married and has three children. He loves to read and write poetry. Max Harwood attends Holy Nativity Orthodox Church in Langley, BC, Canada. He has an Undergrad in Biblical Studies (Columbia Bible College) and a Masters in Theology (Orthodox School of Theology, University of Toronto).