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Christ Our Hope

Christ Our Hope

by Fr. Bartimaeus Cook

Religion & Spirituality Christianity

Season 5

Is War Just?

Just War Doctrine in Orthodox Christianity War has scarred every age of human history, yet the Church has never ceased to proclaim Christ as the Prince of Peace. How, then, does Orthodoxy understand the tragic reality of war? What distinguishes the Eastern Christian approach from Western theories of “just war”? And how should modern Christians discern their moral responsibilities in a world marked by violence, nationalism, and global conflict? In this podcast, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teaching on warfare—its patristic foundations, canonical principles, pastoral applications, and the lived witness of saints who confronted the horrors of battle. Rather than offering simplistic answers, we enter the tension between peace and responsibility, repentance and protection, spiritual healing and the brokenness of the world. Listeners will encounter: The early Church’s witness on violence and military service St. Basil the Great’s canonical guidance on soldiers returning from war The difference between oikonomia and legalistic moral frameworks Why Orthodoxy avoids the term “Just War” yet recognizes tragic necessity How contemporary Orthodox thinkers approach modern warfare Pastoral insights for soldiers, chaplains, and families This series is produced in partnership with New Iona Abbey, a Celtic-Orthodox community dedicated to prayer, formation, and cultural renewal. Learn more about the Abbey’s mission, ministries, and resources at https://columbanfriars.org. Step into a conversation that is ancient, sobering, and urgently needed today.

Season 4

Sin -- An Orthodox Perspective

Today we delve into some very basic concepts of Sin in Orthodoxy and how we should understand our relationships within the communal context. This is not exhaustive, it is a very simple introduction to the Orthodox understanding of sin from the Homily this weekend.

Season 3

On Confession -- An Orthodox Perspective

Today Fr. Bartimaeus touches on the Sacrament of Confession as understood in the Western Orthodox Church. Please join us as we reflect on the beauty of this gift from the Father.

The Eucharist IS our Life!

What does it mean to believe that Jesus is truly present in the Breaking of the Bread, the Eucharist? Join us as we delve into this mystery. Note: This is intended to be a very basic introduction to some key terms and doctrines around the Eucharist. Interested in the Priesthood, or Diaconate? Join the Order of St. Columba, we are a religious community in the Celtic tradition dedicated to mission development, chaplaincy and cleric development in the Jurisdiction of the Holy Celtic Church in the Old Catholic Church. www.celticatl.com.

Season 2

Keep the Temple Clean

Live the life of Holiness in Christ, a central theme in Christian living we understand the necessity of living a life fully clothed in Christ through Theosis and the Divine Energies of the all Holy Trinity.

Where is your Wedding Garment?

Are you maintaining your wedding garment? The robe of incorruptibility? This week Antoni reflects on the wedding garment in the parable of the Wedding Feast, what it means, how we obtain one and what Christ is trying to tell us in this great parable.

Idols of our Day

This week we reflect on idolatry in our modern society and entering into self reflection to overcome these societal sins for the Glory of God.

Catechesis Night: Introduction and Letter | Christ Our Hope

This week we explore the Anaphora of St. Basil the Great and the Symbol of Faith, the Creed. Please join us as we begin our 40 week adventure into the Christ Our Pascha Catechism with your host Mr. Antoni Cook, O.P .

Inquiry Sessions: Holy Tradition | Christ Our Hope

This week we explore the Holy Tradition as the lived expression of the faith for the nearly 2000 years of Christianity and how it came about as it is today.

Season 1

Parable of the Wicked Tenants: Last Sunday of the Year | Christ Our Hope

This week we reflect on the Parable of the Wicked Tenants, Christ's pre-revelation of the way he would die and what it means for the vineyard to be given to others! Join us as we reflect! If you have not liked and subscribed do so by clicking the buttons above! If you would like to follow us further, please join us on Christourhope.locals.com

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