“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)

Orthodox Christianity is perhaps the best-kept secret in America. Why? And how can we help share the Good News?

We'll change the way we think about evangelism and learn two principles that should shape the way we introduce other people to Jesus Christ.

Because there’s a close connection between being the Lord’s witnesses and being close to the Lord. 

“Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16)

Adults fear that young people will grow up and stop being Christians. But no one ever fears that a kid will stop rooting for their favorite sports team. Why?

We'll look at how the life of a sports fan can challenge the way we share the Faith with others. Because our goal isn't simply to make people loyal to our religion: it's to give them a taste of holiness and inspire them to be saints.

If we're going to raise people to be faithful Orthodox Christians, we need to start here.

After 100 episodes, it's time to ask: what comes next? As great as it is to talk about God, and learn about Him, the next step is to put it all into practice. Repentance is a change in our lives, a movement back to God. Join the movement and live Orthodoxy!

Some say Orthodox Christianity is one of the world's best kept secrets. So let's talk about what Orthodoxy is. At it's core, Orthodoxy is about the Gospel, the Good News of our new life in Christ. And there's a lot more to say, so we're going to spend a few weeks answering some of the basic questions people have about the Faith.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit and Rev. Dr. Mark Sietsema.

Discussion Questions:

1. What parts of the Bible focus on living an ethical life? 
2. Are we rewarded if we live a Christ-centered life?
3. Will God judge us? If God loves everyone, why will He judge us? Is there a heaven and hell?
4. How can I live a holy life when I'm dealing with worldly cares -- supporting my spouse and family, paying bills, and just struggling to get through some days? 
5. Why do people blame God when bad things happen in the world? 
6. Doesn't God just want me to be a "good" person?
7. Can we make bad choices and still be Christian?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis and Dr. James C. Skedros.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is Patristics? What period of Church history is covered by this subject?
2. Who are the Fathers of the Church and how did they earn that title? 
3. Have some Fathers influenced the Church more than others? 
4. Are there "Mothers of the Church," namely women who have done what all their male counterparts have done?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh.

Discussion Questions:

1. Does contemporary media and culture -- such as movies, literature, television, and music -- have any connection to and influence on people of faith?
2. What types of spiritual and religious messages are promoted through media and culture? 
3. How can we, as Orthodox Christians, urge moviemakers to offer positive messages? Is it all about profit? 
4. From an Orthodox perspective, should we restrict what we watch?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh and Theo Nicolakis.

Discussion Questions:

1. Discuss how the new media has helped or hurt the faith.
2. Is the Church using all media available? Are we using all media available? 
3. How can we protect our children from the dangers of new media?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features V. Rev. Dr. Nathanael Symeonides.

Discussion Questions:

1. In some cultures, the elderly are valued for their wisdom. Do we as Orthodox Christians have a similar appreciation of the elderly?
2. What are the Church's positions on living wills, euthanasia, and do-not-resuscitate orders? 
3. Younger generations are now parenting their aging parents, while at the same time caring for their own children. How can the Church assist them?
4. What can we all learn from the seniors in our community?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Fr. Constantine L. Sitaras and Presbytera Kerry Pappas.

Discussion Questions:

1. What are the challenges confronting Orthodox families in our age?
2. What type of programs does the Church offer to prepare people for marriage? 
3. Discuss the challenges of parenting and how the Church can guide people to become better parents. 
4. What are the challenges for clergy families today?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis and Dr. James C. Skedros.

Discussion Questions:

1. In simple terms, can you describe what is a saint? What is a martyr? What are their similarities and differences?
2. How does someone become a saint? What is the process for being recognized a saint in the Orthodox Church?
3. Who are the modern saints? 
4. What is the road to sainthood?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit and V. Rev. Dr. Nathanael Symeonides.

Discussion Questions:

1. Why should the church be involved in the societal debates on social and moral issues?
2. What is the Orthodox Christian Church's position on the issues affecting all of us, such as abortion, same sex marriage, etc? Is there room for debate on some of these issues?
3. How can our Orthodox faith play a role in the personal choices that we make?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit and Rev. Fr. John Vlahos.

Discussion Questions:

1. From your knowledge of Church history, has the Church always been involved in service to society and to the vulnerable in our world?
2. Where do the Gospels say that we should help our fellow human beings? Do other Church thinkers discuss this issue? 
3. Discuss the National Ladies Philoptochos Society, their work and how it displays faith in action. 
4. We see a number of agencies involved with service (such as IOCC, OCMC, FOCUS, YES and more); what are they and what do they do? How can an individual or parish become involved with them?
5. How can a parish or an individual become involved in service to the community, both inside and outside the parish?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston and Rev. Dr. Demetrios Tonias.

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America.

Discussion Questions:

1. Why is it important for Orthodox Christians to understand the history and role of the Orthodox Church worldwide?
2. Discuss the location of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and how it relates to the past and future of Orthodox Christianity. 
3. What is our relationship to the Ecumenical Patriarchate and what is our responsibility toward it?
4. Discuss the work of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as a peacemaker and as a "Green Patriarch."

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Fr. Mark Arey and Dr. Anton C. Vrame.

Discussion Questions:

1. How did the Church in America begin?
2. Discuss the many different Orthodox communities in the United States, such as Greek, Arab, Serbian, Slavic, etc.? How do they differ? How are they similar?
3. What are the purpose and value of the Assembly of Orthodox Bishops in North and Central America?
4. What do you feel is the most important event in the history of Orthodox Christianity in America? Why is this event so important?
5. Is the Orthodox Church overly focused on its past? What about its present? What about its future?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

Featuring Dr. Demetrios S. Katos and Dr. James C. Skedros, this video discusses the Early Church from the beginning through the Ecumenical Councils.

Discussion Questions:

1. How was Jesus looked upon during His time? How did people receive Him?
2. Some people call the Orthodox Church "the ancient Church". What does that mean?
3. How was Christianity influenced by its connection and relationship to the Roman Empire or the wider culture of the time?
4. What is an Ecumenical Council and what is its purpose?
5. How do the events of the first millennium still influence the Orthodox Church today?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Archdeacon Panteleimon Papadopoulos, Dr. Vicki Pappas, and Dr. Grammenos Karanos.

Discussion Questions:

1. What are the distinctive qualities of Byzantine chant and music?
2. How does the music of the Orthodox Church fit into the life of the Church?
3. What are the different tones in Byzantine chant? 
4. Do the hymns and responses constitute prayers or are they simply responses to the priest or officiating bishop?
5. Should the faithful simply listen or join in with the cantor or choir? 
6. Is the music of the Church today the same as it was centuries ago or has it evolved?
7. How can I learn to participate if I don't know Byzantine music? 
8. What is the National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Dr. Helen C. Evans and Dr. Anton C. Vrame.

Discussion Questions:

1. Orthodox Church architecture is distinct. What are its basic features? 
2. Discuss the various parts of an Orthodox church and their meaning -- such as the narthex, altar, nave, dome, and Platytera? 
3. When a church is constructed, what are the "rules" that an architect must follow?
4. Discuss the vestments that priests and bishops wear as well as their significance and history?
5. Discuss the Church's unique and ornate religious items. Why are articles, such as the Bible, censor, and chalice so beautifully adorned? 
6. The term "House of God" is used very often. What is our responsibility toward it?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Dr. Helen C. Evans and Dr. Anton C. Vrame.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is an icon? Are there different kinds of icons? 
2. What is the significance of icons in the Orthodox Church?
3. What is the difference between worshipping an idol and venerating an icon?
4. What are the guidelines for placing icons inside the church?
5. Is iconography a form of art?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. Philip Zymaris and Rev. Fr. John Vlahos.

Discussion Questions:

1. The Orthodox Church has a rich liturgical life. How did it come to exist?
2. What is worship and how is it expressed?
3. How important is it for Orthodox Christians to attend church worship?
4. What do we mean when we say Liturgical Year? 
5. How do we fast as the Church wants us to fast?
6. How does the Liturgical Year take us annually through the life of Christ? 

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. Alkiviadis Calivas and Rev. Dr. Philip Zymaris.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is a sacrament?
2. Discuss each sacrament and its meaning in our lives as Orthodox Christians. 
3. What other events in our life can be seen as "sacraments"? 
4. Describe how the sacraments shape a person's life?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. Harry Pappas.

Discussion Questions:

1. How did the Old Testament come into existence?
2. As a Christian, how important is it to understand the Old Testament?
3. Some of the stories in the Old Testament defy reality. Are these events in the Old Testament verifiable?
4. How is the Old Testament used in the Orthodox Church services?
5. Can one be fully Orthodox without a clear grasp of the Old Testament?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. Eugen Pentiuc and Dr. Bruce Beck.

Discussion Questions:

1. How did the New Testament come to exist?
2. How do the Old Testament and New Testament relate to each other? 
3. How did the Church decide on what was to be included in the New Testament? 
4. Do the Gospels present a consistent vision of Christ? 
5. How is the New Testament used in the Orthodox Church?
6. How can I make the New Testament relevant in my life?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.

This video features Rev. Dr. Thomas Fitzgerald and Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis.

Discussion Questions:

1. What am I when I proclaim that I am an Orthodox Christian?
2. How does my ethnic background affect and influence my Orthodox Faith?
3. When asked what faith I am, how can I give a comprehensible, concise answer?
4. Can an ancient faith be relevant in today's world; and if so, how?
5. How does the Church change over the centuries without sacrificing its core beliefs?
6. What role should Orthodox Christians play in their church/society?

Discovering Orthodox Christianity is a series of talks, shows, and presentations designed to introduce and explain the basic teaching of Orthodox Christianity. Sponsored by the Leadership 100 Endowment Fund the series covers a wide range of topics with the goal of educating the viewer in simple, easy to understand terms.