
Reintroduction Podcast
Many people struggle in life due to false ideas about God, one another and the church. The truth of the nature of God, who we are and what our role in the world is, has been preserved in the life and teachings of the Orthodox Church. Unfortunately, due false ideologies and miscommunications about the nature of these subject matters, many struggle with coming to a knowledge of the truth. These ideas cause many to reject God and live in pain. Our hosts will discuss varying subject matters about the nature of God in hope to reintroduce God, man and Christianity from an Orthodox Christian perspective.
Episodes
37 episodes
The Mystical Church
Join Father Elijah and Mina in this enlightening episode as they delve into the concept of mysticism within Christianity. Our special guest, Father Kyrillos Ibrahim from St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church in Irvine, California, shares his...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:18:55

Church, Culture And The New Series “Abouna"
In this episode, Andrew Ishak shared his journey in creating "Abouna," the lessons he learned, the challenges faced during filming, and the audience reactions he received. This conversation is packed with insights on integrating cultural perspe...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:22:56

Fasting Done Right
Uncover the ancient ascetic practice that has been utilized to overcome the human passions as we explore how fasting isn’t just about abstaining from certain foods—it’s a journey to rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. Join us as Sandra Matho...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:17:26

Discovering Authentic Community
Join us as we embark on an insightful journey alongside the wonderful Dr. Kathy Tadrous. With a blend of medical insights and real-life experiences, we'll uncover the remarkable influence of the church on building communities that truly matter....
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:16:47

Being An Authentic Christian
Authenticity lies at the heart of Christianity, for it calls us to embrace our true selves and connect with God on a profound level. In a world often filled with pretense and artificiality, Fr. Joseph Dawoud and Fr. Kyrollos Murad will share th...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:27:11

The Modern Christian- Navigating Spirituality in the 21st Century
Does spirituality evolve? Or take different appearances over time? Tune in as we discuss how Christians can still live out an ancient faith in the 21st century while overcoming misconceptions about what it means to be a Christian. With our gues...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:09:06

A Reintroduction To Our Host And Season 3
We are so excited to be back! In this episode, we discuss with Fr Elijah, formerly Chris, about his call to priesthood and how that impacts the podcast. We also discuss the plans we have for season 3 and the theme- What it means to be Christian...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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48:34

Season 2 Recap- What Does It Mean To Be Human?!
Tune in as we debrief the highlights of the season and things that we learned from all the amazing guests who joined us!
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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33:10

Hey Man, Are You Content?!
We all know a thing or two about contentment. Some of us have felt it in a moment in time, seen it in a grandparent, or heard that it’s more fulfilling than happiness; yet it remains easy to miss. Join us in this episode as we learn more about ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:09:48

Hey Man, What Is Your Role In Creation?!
Do you prefer cats or dogs? Beaches or mountains? We tend to gravitate towards God’s creation because It makes us feel a certain way, but is that the only reason the rest of creation exists? What is its impact on us and what is our responsibili...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:02:28

Hey Man, Can You Spare Some Change?!
Have you passed by a homeless person lately that you did not want to help, but still could not look them in the eye? We tend to make decisions on the basis that both, poverty and affluence are relative to us. This makes it easy for us to choose...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:07:44

Hey Man, You've Been Cancelled!
Is it ever ok to “cancel” someone, and Is there anything good about “cancel” culture? We live in a time where public and private opinion can turn against someone in an instant. Some argue that it is a force for good, while others warn of how it...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:04:13

Hey Man, Why Can't You Stop Fighting?!
Why do we fight wars? And how have we spoiled peaceful and harmonious relationships to the point of annihilation throughout history? Is there something in common between our personal conflicts and world crises? Tune in this week as we discuss h...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:09:55

Hey Man, Let's Talk About Marriage!
Marriage is nearly the most celebrated institution across all cultures. It is loved, feared and joked about all at once. There are those who have unlocked its God-given potential, and others who are left wondering why they did it in the first p...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:26:08

Hey Man, Let's Talk About Being Single!
Many people wonder about the purpose of their time single. Is a time of waiting to meet your life partner? Is it a time for one to focus on personal improvement or possibly draw near to God? Should we refer to it as a season that hopefully will...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:08:49

Hey Man, Did You Bring God To Work Today?!
Do you feel like sometimes it’s hard to be Christ-like in the workplace? Do you feel like sometimes your job feels detached from your relationship with God? Do you feel like the difficult personalities at work make it near impossible to have pe...
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1:02:59

Hey Man, Why Do You Need To Work?!
Why did God give us work and what is it supposed to do for us as humans? Is it supposed to unlock something in our humanity that we wouldn’t reach otherwise? Tune in as we focus on the purpose of work and how should that shape the pursuit of ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:07:38

Man, Where Do You Place Your Identity?!
“Where are you from?” and “what do you do for a living?” are two of the most common questions at any social function. Are we identified by these questions, or do they limit our understanding of ourselves and others? Join us this week as we disc...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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53:18

Man, Where Is Your Dignity?!
From human rights issues to our daily dealings with others, one thing they all have in common is that they deal directly with dignity. What is it? Is it impacted by our subjective experiences? Join us this week as we discuss how God intended fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:05:09

Hey Man, Where Is Your Brother?!
When God created man, He gave him a partner and a family and even strangers for a purpose. But how exactly did God intend for that relationship between humans to look like? What happened to that purpose today of human relationships and why shou...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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50:31

Man, Why Do You Play The Fool?!
What happened in Paradise? Is it a fairy tale? How does it affect you and I today? Join us as we discuss this important topic in our first episode back for season 2! Introducing what it means to BE human! With Fr Joseph Dawoud
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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58:12

Season Recap and Sneak Peek
In today's episode, we wrap up and recap the things we have learned from Season 1 of the podcast. We also give a sneak peek of what we have in store for season 2! Thank you for tuning in!
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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34:43

God, What Is Your Role In The Details Of My Life?!
Have you asked the question of what is God’s role in the details of my life? We know this is one question that will often come up when we face challenges or tough decisions. This week’s episode is one that many of us often wonder about. W...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:15:03

God, Are You Playing Hard To Get?!
Why can’t God just appear to all people at the same time, to settle this God debate once and for all?” You’ve probably had that thought if you believe in God or you do not. The idea that God hasn’t shown Himself undoubtedly clear to humanity ha...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:09:41

God, Have You Changed?!
Have you ever secretly said to yourself “ I wish we only had the God of the New Testament?” Is it hard “defending” the God of the Old Testament, and has God really changed? Does He change His mind, or have regrets? Has He dealt with humans diff...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:15:25
