Orthodox Christian Faith and Culture: How to use Discernment in the Modern World & Church Communities In America

Orthodox Christian Faith and Culture: How to use Discernment in the Modern World & Church Communities In America

Have you ever wondered how the Orthodox Christian church views culture? In the modern world, we are exposed to many cultural ideologies, technology, arts, media, and even lifestyles. However, culture in the Orthodox Christian Church has a greater influence. We can use our faith to help discern what it means to participate in these cultural moments in the modern world. Additionally, culture is preserved through our church communities and the traditions. Discover how culture has been preserved within the Orthodox Church for over 2000 years. In this episode, Katherine explains how culture and our faith are connected, and how ethnic culture influences our worship. Have a topic you want featured on a future episode? Write us at faithfulflourishpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @faithfulflourishpodcast so you never miss an update. This episode is 1 of 4 remaining episodes of 2025! Episodes will be released every other week going forward from 10/29/2025 to 12/10/2025, with no episodes being posted during the Christmas and New Year's holiday.

Faith and Business: How to Start a Business, Balance Work and Marriage and The Importance of Sharing Your Faith with Erin Thobias

Are you looking to start a business? As modern women, having a career can look different for everyone. But whatever we do, it is important to bring Christ into our work. This week, Katherine sits down with Erin Thobias of Orthodox Small Business Alliance. Erin not only connects other Orthodox Christian business owners, but also owns a successful freelance business where she specializes in advertizing, marketing and freelancing. Erin Thobias is a trusted brand strategist for high-capacity visionaries who refuse to live a life separate from Jesus Christ to run their business. After a successful career in corporate advertising, Erin launched her own consulting practice. Today, she applies big-brand marketing expertise to accelerate and amplify the voices of faith-driven founders. Erin empowers each client with a custom digital ecosystem that showcases their vision, creates wealth, and builds a brand positioned for lasting impact. From social media and websites to podcasts and membership hubs, every asset is intentionally crafted to capture their unique God-given voice and scale their influence. You can ask Erin anything at www.erinthobias.com/ama [http://www.erinthobias.com/ama] and connect with her on Instagram @erinthobias. Have a topic you want featured on a future episode? Write us at faithfulflourishpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @faithfulflourishpodcast to never miss an update.

Living Your Faith: Balancing Orthodox Christian Beliefs and Life In the Secular World

Have you ever wondered how your life in the secular world is aligned with living your Orthodox Christian faith? As modern Orthodox Christians, we are not expected to give up all of the innovations and modern media of the secular world and only fill our minds with Orthodox Christian media. However, as the world changes, so has the content that is available to us. Living in the secular world exposes us to anti-Christian messages, and it is up to us as to whether we want to follow these beliefs or stay true to our faith. In this episode, Katherine breaks down what it means to live your faith as an Orthodox Christian, and the importance of committing to it. Then, she highlights the issues with how the modern world can influence us, and what we can do to stay strong in our beliefs. Finally, she provides tips on how to enjoy the entertainment put forth in the secular world, but still stay true to your Orthodox faith. Have a topic you want featured on a future episode? Write us at faithfulflourishpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @faithfulflourishpodcast to never miss an update.

The Vice Of Envy: Why Jealousy is the Greatest Passion & How To Overcome It

Of all the passions, envy is considered to be the most destructive. It is the inner torment and harassment that you feel at the sight of another person’s happiness. It is soul-crushing to feel grief over anything good that happens in another person’s life. We are all envious from time to time. Whether we are jealous of something we see on social media, a purchase someone has made, a relationship someone is in, or someone's living situation, this can all induce envy. We can all probably think of a time when we were jealous of someone’s situation or what they had and thought ,“why not me?” In this episode, Katherine explores envy from an Orthodox Christian perspective. She reviews how it is dangerous to our souls and gives examples from the Bible. Finally, she offers strategies to overcome envy. Have a topic you want featured on a future episode? Write us at fatihfulflourishpodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram @faithfulflourishpodcast to never miss an update. Resources: The Vice Of Envy by Hieromonk Gregorios [https://newromepress.com/the-vice-of-envy?srsltid=AfmBOoq-WGH-O8h2H0N_KW8UyaXisYbPKM0pWb9gX8N383aOOqcok7kh]

How to Get Over Your Fear of Failure and Rejection

Failure and rejection are among the top fears that hold us back from achieving the life we dreamed for ourselves. However, being paralyzed by these fears does not allow you to honor the life that God has given you and instead make you lose opportunities that you could have otherwise benefited from or learned a valuable lesson. In this episode, Katherine offers her insights into how to overcome the fear of failure and rejection. She also provides examples of scenarios where we may feel like we are failing and what we can do instead. Disclaimer: The fear of rejection and failure can stem from childhood traumas. Katherine is not a trained medical professional, and all content in this episode is based on personal opinions and experiences. Seek professional help if necessary. Have a topic you want featured on the next episode? Write us at faithfulflourishpodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram @faithfulflourishpodcast to never miss an update. Resources: Check out the past episode about Creativity Embracing Creativity: Unlock Curiosity and Overcome Fear with Alexa Phillips [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FYXDGGxvu52pvysxoA4jS?si=5e4127ed0f394c96]