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| Helping Your Child Find Their Place in the Church With Father Michael Prevas | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:41:40 | |
Your son drapes a towel over his shoulders to bless the dog, and your daughter arranges her dolls on the bedroom floor for Sunday school. Are those just picture-worthy moments—or more? In this episode, we talk with Father Michael Prevas about cultivating our children’s God-given gifts. He explains what to do when gifts aren’t obvious, shares what brings them to the surface and walks us through helping a child find a place to serve in the Church. Download this week’s free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| When Your Child’s Story Doesn’t Turn Out the Way You Prayed With Pastor Will Browning | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:41:19 | |
Your son calls from his dorm and mentions casually that he hasn’t been to Liturgy for the last few weeks. What do you do when a call like that ends? In this episode, we talk with Pastor Will Browning about how to respond when a child walks away from the faith or makes choices we never expected. He names the shame that convinces parents they’re at fault, returns to the story of the prodigal son and offers ways to stay close without losing hope. Download this week’s free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Three Grown Kids Share What Made Their Orthodox Faith Stick With The Kinan Siblings | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:51:37 | |
The hardest part of raising kids in the Church is that you don’t find out whether it stuck for another 20 years. In Season 2, we talked with Paul and Karen Kinan about what they got right and what they’d do over—and now we’re sitting down with their three adult children to learn the other half of that story. They tell us about the traditions that lasted, the rules they didn’t appreciate at the time and what they’re repeating as parents themselves. Download this week’s free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| How To Get Your Kids To Listen Without Yelling With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:33:51 | |
Listening can be hard, even for adults. So how can we raise children who listen well—to us and to the other people around them? In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis returns to the podcast to share his best advice for modeling and teaching the art of listening. He explains why actions matter more than words and reminds us that our goal should be learning, not just compliance. Download this week’s free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| What To Do When Your Child Is Angry | Season 2 Favorites | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:12:45 | |
Have you ever yelled at your kid to stop yelling? Same. This week we're revisiting our conversation with Fr. Ted Pulcini about anger: the kind that shows up in our own kitchens and the kind we see in our culture. He traces anger back to a self-protective reflex we all share, explains why God never gets angry the way we do, and offers a question you can ask your child in the middle of a blowup. Episode Recap:
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| How Suffering Can Change the Way You Parent | Season 2 Favorites | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:16:01 | |
There are seasons when the most honest prayer you can manage is asking God to help you get through the next hour. This week we're revisiting highlights from our conversation with Dr. Rick and Dema Esper about the year that followed Rick's stroke. Rick tells us what got him out of bed on the mornings his body wouldn't cooperate, Dema describes how gratitude took the place of pride, and both explain why apologizing to your children teaches more than any lesson on forgiveness. Episode Recap:
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| What Your Kids Learn From the Way You Spend | Season 2 Favorites | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:14:08 | |
Your kid begs for a new toy, plays with it for a week, and then starts begging for the next one. Rachel Cruze, a bestselling author, financial expert, and mom of four, joins us to talk about how gratitude—not more rules—can break that cycle. She explains what contentment really means, shares how small everyday moments shape kids' money habits, and responds to a parent asking how to hold the line on a tight budget. Episode Recap:
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| How to Find Balance When Everything Feels Important | Season 2 Favorites | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:15:48 | |
One of you is strict, the other is more relaxed, and the kids are watching you sort it out in real time. In this episode, we revisit a favorite conversation with Cindy and Paul Karos about the Middle Way, the Orthodox practice of finding the path between two extremes. They explain how spouses who disagree can learn from each other, share a plan for scaling back an overloaded family calendar and offer practical advice on how to decide which shows are worth your kids' attention. Episode Recap:
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| When the House Is a Mess and You Feel Like You’re Failing | Season 2 Favorites | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:15:16 | |
If you believe that being a Christian means a clean house, well-behaved kids and mostly happy feelings, this week's episode with Dr. Philip Mamalakis may come as a relief. We're counting down to the launch of season three by revisiting some of the most practical moments from our archives, and this conversation is one of our favorites. Dr. Mamalakis explains why peace isn't the absence of chaos, shares why our kids need a peaceful mother more than a spotless home and reminds us that naming our guilt out loud can loosen its grip. Episode Recap:
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| When Your Child’s Life Is in God’s Hands | Season 2 Favorites | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:18:11 | |
If you've ever sat across from a doctor and heard news you weren't prepared for, you know how quickly your world can come apart. This week we're revisiting some of the most meaningful moments from our conversation with Elias and Joy Hajjar, whose daughter needed her first heart surgery at a week old and a transplant years later. They tell the story of a priest who came to pray over her in the middle of the night, explain what it looks like to show up well for a family in crisis and offer encouragement to any parent sitting in a hospital room today. Episode Recap:
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| The Real Purpose of Your Child’s Education | Season 2 Favorites | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:07:36 | |
Ask most people what school is for, and they'll say it's about getting into a good college and landing a well-paying job. But Liz Caddow, founder and head of school at Trinity Classical Academy, says school is really about who our children are becoming. In these highlights from our full conversation with her, she shares the advice she now gives mothers of teenage sons, explains how education forms the whole child—heart, mind and soul—and reflects on what our children lose when we step in to rescue them. Episode Recap:
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| What Your Marriages Teaches Your Children | Season 2 Favorites | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:15:34 | |
If you've ever apologized to your spouse in front of your kids, you've taught them something about forgiveness no lecture ever could. This week's episode revisits some of the best parts of our full conversation with Paul and Karen Kinan, who joined us to talk about how a strong marriage helps kids learn to love God and each other. They explain why the love between a husband and wife outweighs a lot of parenting mistakes, share what they'd change about their Sundays if they could go back, and reflect on what happens in a home when kindness gets offered before it's felt. Episode Recap:
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| Why Perfectly Behaved Kids Aren’t the Goal | Season 2 Favorites | 30 Jul 2026 | 00:11:09 | |
If you've ever struggled to keep a wiggly four-year-old quiet during the Anaphora, you know how easily our sense of success as parents can get tangled up with how our kids behave. This week's episode revisits some of the best moments from our full conversation with Dr. Philip Mamalakis, who joined us to talk about what success really looks like for Orthodox Christian parents. He walks through how to handle a meltdown in church without losing your peace, why asking questions works better than lecturing, and how modeling our own mistakes as parents might be one of the best gifts we can give our kids. Episode Recap:
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| How to Repair the Moments You Get Wrong as a Parent | Season 2 Favorites | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:10:32 | |
If you've ever snapped at your child over nothing and then watched their face fall, you know how much damage one harsh word can do. This week's episode revisits some of the best moments from our full conversation with Father Stephen Muse, who joined us to talk about repentance. He tells a personal story about repairing a hard moment with his grandson, walks through how fear can quietly take over a household, and explains how our own children often help us heal the exiled parts of ourselves. Episode Recap:
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| Why Harvard Isn’t the Goal: An Orthodox Christian Approach to Choosing a College With Christopher Chiakulas | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:42:10 | |
If you've got a teenager, you know how quickly the college search can take over: the rankings, the essays, the pressure to get into the "right" school. But what if this season is really a chance to help your child discern who God is calling them to be? In this episode, we talk with Christopher Chiakulas, a high school counselor and the founder of Orthodox Christian College Counseling, about walking through the college search with faith at the center. He shares the framework he created to guide Orthodox families, offers practical ways to keep your child connected to a parish while away at school, and reminds us that the goal is never a brag-worthy acceptance letter—it’s raising a child who stays rooted in Christ. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.
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| What Should Orthodox Parents Let Their Kids Watch? With Paul and Cindy Karos | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:41:01 | |
Your kid asks to watch the show everyone else is watching, and you want to say yes. But should you? Paul and Cindy Karos understand the tension of that moment, and they're here to help. In this episode, they explore practical ways to guard your child's heart when the world walks through your front door without knocking. If you're tired of saying no, take heart. You don't need more rules—you just need a different approach. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.
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| Surrounding Your Son With Holy Men With Father Jacob Saylor | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:50:33 | |
Can one parent—or even two—raise a faithful son alone? Father Jacob Saylor says no family was ever meant to. In this episode, he explains why boys need faithful men beyond their own father to show them Christ's version of masculinity, and how priests, godfathers, uncles and parish friends can help form the next generation. He also offers real encouragement to moms doing this without a father present in the home. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| How to Stay Peaceful When Life Feels Chaotic With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:39:38 | |
Some days the sacred feels impossibly far away—buried under the laundry, the backpacks, the dishes in the sink. In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis returns to the podcast with practical wisdom for parents worn thin by the chaos of daily life. He reminds us that a peaceful parent is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children, and offers a way to leave guilt and shame behind for good. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Loving a Child Through a Medical Crisis Part 2 With Elias & Joy Hajjar | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:28:00 | |
When their daughter needed a heart transplant, Elias and Joy Hajjar learned what it looks like for an Orthodox Church community to truly show up. In part two of this conversation, they share the next chapter of their journey including the remarkable relationship they built with the donor's family. They also speak directly to parents caring for a sick child and to the communities trying to love them well. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Loving a Child Through a Medical Crisis Part 1 With Elias & Joy Hajjar | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:47:09 | |
As parents, we all have a plan for how our lives will unfold. But how do we hold onto faith when those plans shatter? In this episode, Elias and Joy Hajjar share their story of raising a child with a heart defect and navigating surgeries, hospital stays and eventually a transplant. They explain how their Church community held them up during the most difficult moments and discuss the steps they’ve taken to keep their marriage strong in times of chaos and calm. Make sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss part 2 of this conversation, and download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| How to Raise Children Who Can Share Their Faith With Confidence and Joy With Fr. Constantine Nasr | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:39:51 | |
How do we raise children who love the Faith and aren't afraid to talk about it? Fr. Constantine Nasr, a ninth-generation priest, shares why we don't need to turn our children into little evangelists. Instead, he says, we need to live the Faith with enough joy, humility and love for them to see something worth embracing. He also reveals three questions his father passed down to him that are simple enough for children to remember but deep enough for all of us to live by. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| What Your Marriage Is Teaching Your Kids With Paul & Karen Kinan | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:06:11 | |
One of the greatest gifts you can give your children is a healthy marriage. In this episode, Paul and Karen Kinan join the podcast to explain how investing in their marriage has helped them raise a family who loves God and each other. As parents of adult children—and now grandparents—Paul and Karen also reflect on what worked well when they were raising their kids as well as what they would do differently if they could go back in time. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Why Orthodox Church Camp Changes Kids for Life With Father Andrew Andrews | 26 May 2026 | 00:44:55 | |
Church camp offers an incredible opportunity to give your children a break from the noise of the world and surround them with a community of believers. In this episode, Father Andrew Andrews explains how camp can transform lives and form a faith that lasts beyond the weeks of summer. He also shares practical guidance for parents about who camp is for and how to overcome common fears around sending your kids to camp. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| How Perfectionism Hurts Parents and Their Kids With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 19 May 2026 | 00:34:48 | |
It's easy to get caught up in perfectionism in a world that gives us so much to worry about and so many "perfect" families to measure ourselves against. The question is what to do about it—and the Church, it turns out, has a lot to say. In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis is back to share his advice for overcoming perfectionism, building life-giving relationships with other parents, and finding the freedom to stop caring what everyone else thinks. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Who Your Children Are Becoming Matters More Than Grades With Liz Caddow | 12 May 2026 | 00:57:02 | |
Whatever schooling option your family has chosen, you are your children’s primary educator! In this episode, Liz Caddow joins the podcast to talk about her work as the founder and head of school at Trinity Classical Academy. She explains why education is ultimately about a child’s formation, shares advice for parents on understanding their school’s curriculum and offers guidance on supplementing schoolwork with the Church’s wisdom. She also reminds us that education is not just about what our children are learning but also who they are becoming. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.
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| What Time With Grandparents Does to a Child's Faith With Dr. Josh Mulvihill | 05 May 2026 | 00:42:05 | |
We were never meant to raise our children alone, and one of our most valuable resources is one we often take for granted: grandparents! In this episode, Dr. Josh Mulvihill joins the podcast to break down the biblical role of grandparents and explain why the grandparent-child relationship is so vital. He also answers some of your most pressing questions about navigating the sometimes complicated but always important relationships between parents, grandparents and the children we’re called to disciple. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| What the Middle Way Means for Orthodox Christian Parents With Paul and Cindy Karos | 28 Apr 2026 | 01:04:07 | |
Paul and Cindy Karos are back—and this time they're talking about one of the most quietly liberating teachings in the Orthodox tradition: the Middle Way. What does it actually mean to avoid the extremes of overzealousness and apathy? And what does that look like in the middle of an ordinary day with kids to feed and a thousand things pulling at your attention? Paul and Cindy bring the theology down to earth with practical, real-life examples that make the Middle Way feel not just possible but genuinely inviting. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Orthodox Wisdom on Anger in a Culture of Rage With Father Ted Pulcini | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:42:14 | |
We all feel anger, but what does the Church say about what we should do when those feelings arise? In this episode, Father Ted Pulcini joins the podcast for a conversation about what anger is, why it's so prevalent in our world today and how we can manage it in our own lives as well as the lives of our kids. He shares practical advice and ancient wisdom about developing a secure identity in Christ and responding in love—even to the people who don't agree with us. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.
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| When Life Falls Apart: Faith, Suffering and Raising Kids Through It With Dr. Rick and Dema Esper | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:50:58 | |
What do we do when the bottom drops out from under us? And how can moments of suffering become pathways to transformation, both in our own lives and the lives of our children? In this episode, Dr. Rick and Dema Esper join the podcast to share their powerful testimony of finding strength in Christ after a stroke changed everything for their family. They reflect on how their struggles brought them closer to Christ and offer practical advice on how to show up for your kids in the midst of suffering. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| Raising Content Kids in an “I Want More” Culture With Rachel Cruze | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:44:59 | |
In a culture that’s always telling us we don’t have enough, how can we develop contentment in ourselves and our kids? In this episode, author, speaker and financial expert Rachel Cruze joins the podcast to share her best strategies for learning and teaching contentment. Whether you’re starting the conversation early with a young child, parenting teenagers, or examining your own relationship with money, this conversation will give you practical tools to use today. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.
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| Helping Your Kids Experience Holy Week With Father Jim and Presvytera Donna Pappas | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:32:20 | |
For parents, Holy Week brings packed schedules, big emotions and the challenge of keeping children engaged through it all. But this sacred time is also an incredible opportunity to help our children encounter Christ in new and meaningful ways. In this episode, Father Jim and Presvytera Donna Pappas join the podcast to explain why Holy Week is so important and to share their best advice for making the experience tangible for children of all ages. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| How Repentance Transforms the Way We Parent With Father Stephen Muse | 24 Mar 2026 | 01:01:33 | |
Your parenting is not just about what you say and do; it’s a reflection of your inner life. In this episode, Father Stephen Muse joins the podcast to explain why repentance is one of the most important things we can cultivate as parents as we pursue eternity and seek to raise children who know and love God. He also encourages us to slow down, create room for exhale and accept that we won’t always have all the answers. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here. Episode Recap:
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| What Changes When You See Your Children As Icons of Christ With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:32:56 | |
What does it mean when we say that children are icons of Christ? And how should that awareness impact the way we relate to our kids? In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis returns to the show to answer these questions and more about raising children to love Christ and parenting in the midst of chaos. He shares practical advice for parents (and grandparents) of young kids and teenagers alike—including warning signs that signal we’re drifting off track. Episode Recap:
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| The Primary Goal of Orthodox Parenting With Paul and Cindy Karos | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:36:05 | |
As Orthodox Christian parents, we have one primary job and one goal: to help our children pursue a life of holiness. In this episode, Paul and Cindy Karos return to the podcast to discuss how we can help our children become Christlike—from actively participating in the life of the Church to making thoughtful choices in areas like extracurricular activities.They also explain the analogy of the path and the summit and share what it can teach us about living our daily lives in pursuit of holiness and union with God. Episode Recap:
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| Raising Emotionally Resilient Kids With Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:35:25 | |
We can’t (and shouldn’t) shield our kids from all adversity, but we can help them become strong, resilient people who know how to walk through challenges. In this episode, we talk with Father Nick and Dr. Roxanne Louh about what it means to raise resilient kids. They share their unique perspectives on parenting together as a priest and psychologist and answer listener questions about teaching sacrificial love, letting our kids experience obstacles and more. Follow the podcast for more content like this as we kick off Season 2! Episode Recap:
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| Real Answers to Your Biggest Parenting Questions With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:33:29 | |
There are few things we love more on this podcast than getting to connect with listeners and answer real questions that matter. In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis returns to the podcast to tackle some of your top parenting questions about correcting bad behaviors, navigating relationships with friends and romantic partners, teaching discernment and much more. Whether you’re a young parent, a parent of adult children, or even a grandparent, this episode is full of practical insights and encouragement!
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| Helping Children Stay Rooted in Christ With Bishop Anthony | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:27:36 | |
In a culture that’s pulling us in a thousand other directions, how do we raise our kids to love and stay close to the Church? In this episode, we’re joined by His Grace Bishop Anthony Michaels for a conversation that’s full of wisdom and encouragement for Orthodox parents everywhere. He shares about the importance of fostering real connections and relationships, explains how his parents raised him to love the Church from a young age, and reminds us that we’re probably doing better than we think. You don’t want to miss this one! Episode Recap:
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| Understanding Anxiety in Your Kids and How to Support Them With George Papageorge | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:57:48 | |
Anxiety is more common than ever today, but as Christians, we don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode, our friend George Papageorge returns to the podcast to talk about all things anxiety — from the worries we feel as parents to the anxieties our children might face to the ways we can adjust our schedules, tech usage and perspectives in response. He also reminds us that anxiety is normal (and sometimes even healthy), but we don’t have to let it control us or our children. Episode Recap:
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| Gratitude & Overcoming Materialism With Paul and Cindy Karos | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:35:29 | |
How can we teach our children gratitude in a world that’s constantly telling them (and us) that we should always want more? In this episode, Paul and Cindy Karos return to the podcast to share practical tips and encouraging words for parents who are looking for healthy alternatives to materialism. They talk about their own experience with raising their children to value gratitude, give generously and live simply. They also answer a few listener questions and discuss how you can take a balanced approach to the coming Christmas season.| Episode Recap:
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| How Love at Home Shapes Faith That Lasts With Joe Ayoub | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:32:04 | |
Ever wonder if your kids are really noticing your faith or if anything you’re doing is sinking in? In this episode, Michelle sits down with musician Joe Ayoub to talk about the quiet, powerful ways parents shape their children’s spiritual lives without even realizing it. Joe reflects on how the lessons his parents modeled decades ago still shape his life today, and why love will always reach further than guilt or fear. If you’ve ever questioned whether your example matters, this episode will remind you that your kids are watching, and God is working—even when you can’t see it yet. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Our Foundations of Faith cards offer an engaging and easy way to teach the essentials of Orthodoxy, providing a beautifully designed introduction to help new members feel at home. Learn More at https://www.faithtree.org/cards The Lionheart Sessions offer a transformative four-week curriculum designed to integrate men into the life of the Church. Learn More at https://www.faithtree.org Episode Recap:
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| What Success Looks Like for Orthodox Parents With Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:42:08 | |
We all want to feel like we’re doing a good job raising our kids. But what does success actually mean for Orthodox Christian parents? In this episode, Dr. Philip Mamalakis returns to the podcast to share his perspective on the long-term goals parents should focus on when raising children who know God and love the Church. He also offers some practical tips for prioritizing hard work over accolades, creating a safe space for our kids to make mistakes, and helping them find their vocation. Episode Recap:
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| Why You Should Connect Before You Correct With George Papageorge | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:44:19 | |
It’s normal to feel afraid for our children and worry about their futures. But when we let those feelings take control, it often leads to a style of parenting that doesn’t consider our children's emotional lives. In this episode, George Papageorge explains how we can embrace peace and prioritize heart-to-heart communication that makes our children feel known and loved. He also reminds us to develop our own healthy emotional lives, so we can better serve God and love our children. Finally, he shares some advice and encouragement for parents who worry about their children leaving the church when they grow older. George is a marriage and family therapist with more than 35 years of experience working with families, so you won’t want to miss out on his expert perspective! Episode Recap:
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| Guiding Our Kids to Use Tech with Wisdom With Dr. Felicia Wu Song | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:41:29 | |
The culture around us can make it seem like technology use is just inevitable. But as a parent, you have the power to choose what role you want technology to play in the life of your family. In this episode, Dr. Felicia Wu Song joins the podcast to share some of her best advice and encouragement for parenting in the digital age. She explains why intentionality is so important when it comes to technology and shares some practical examples of what it can look like to set healthy boundaries. She also reminds us that every family and every child is different and encourages parents to get creative and stay open to experimentation.
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| Raising Kids Who Love the Faith With Paul & Cindy Karos | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:43:15 | |
We all want to raise our kids to love God and love the Church, but what are the practical strategies that can help us do that? In this episode, Paul and Cindy Karos reflect on the biggest lessons they learned from parenting three children who have stayed deeply rooted in the Church into adulthood. They share some of the tactics that worked well for them, like surrounding their family with friends who share the faith and teaching their kids about the saints, along with a few things they wish they’d done differently. They also offer encouragement to any parent who feels like they’re running on empty. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, this episode is full of relatable, useful information! Episode Recap:
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| What Sets Orthodox Parenting Apart with Dr. Philip Mamalakis | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:38:21 | |
Orthodox Christian parenting is about forming our children’s hearts and minds in light of eternity. For our very first episode of the podcast, we’re thrilled to share this conversation with Dr. Philip Mamalakis, author of “Parenting Toward the Kingdom.” Philip explains why theosis, or union with God, is the ultimate goal of parenting, and he shares some practical examples of how this attitude informs his approach to raising children. He also shares why he doesn’t think parents are called to eradicate their children’s sin and discusses the difference between being directive and providing choices.
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| Welcome to Orthodox Christian Parenting | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:01:24 | |
Parenting in today’s world isn’t easy — but you don’t have to walk it alone. Orthodox Christian Parenting, hosted by Faithtree Resources Executive Director (and mom of four!) Michelle Moujaes, is a weekly podcast for parents and grandparents navigating the holy struggle of raising kids in the Holy Orthodox Faith. Each episode offers honesty, encouragement, and practical wisdom from the Church — creating space to exhale, freedom from the pressure to be perfect, and openness to grow as you raise children who are growing in their knowledge and love of Christ. Visit faithtree.org to learn more. | |||