OCF Campus Ministry Podcast

  1. Despondency2022/11/16
    In this episode Samuel Dutschmann, College Conference Midwest Student Leader, is joined by author, podcaster, and trauma coach, Nicole Roccas. They discuss despondency in the life of college students. Nicole shares insights from her work and how students might work through these restless moments of our lives.
  2. Words of Advice for the Class of 2022, with Dn. Michael Hyatt2022/05/27
    In her final episode as OCF’s Podcast Student Leader, Danielle was joined with Dn. Michael Hyatt. In their conversation about starting a new chapter, they discuss themes of work-life balance, boundaries, priorities, and authenticity. Congratulations to the Class of 2022!
  3. The Love and Power that Flows through Christ-Centered Relationships2022/04/20
    In this episode, Danielle and Jeanine dive into understanding Christ-centered relationships. They discuss where to find these relationships, their benefits, and why it’s helpful to maintain them with other young adults
  4. Reliving Real Break2022/04/03
    On this week's episode, Danielle learns more about the Real Break experiences of two members of the OCF Student Leadership Board, Evan Roussey and Elias Anderson. They recount where they went, the communities they both developed and were introduced to, as well as lessons that they took away from their trips
  5. CrossRoad Roundtable, Part 22022/03/27
    In this episode, Danielle continues her conversation from last week with six of her fellow CrossRoaders. From this 10 day institute, they discuss how CrossRoad opened up a new means of wrestling with deep questions and how this new skill has affected them in their lives post-CrossRoad.
  6. CrossRoad Roundtable, Part 12022/03/20
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  7. Beginning Lent: Sunday of Orthodoxy2022/03/13
    In the final episode of the six-week series, Danielle and Fr. Timothy examine the Triumph of Orthodoxy through iconography, and conclude the series with some Lenten advice for young adults.
  8. Preparing for Lent: Forgiveness Sunday2022/03/06
    In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the liberation found in humbly forgiving ourselves and others before Christ.
  9. Preparing for Lent: Judgement Sunday2022/02/27
    In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy explore how Judgement can bring us closer to Christ as we embark on journey towards Lent
  10. Preparing for Lent: The Prodigal Son2022/02/20
    In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy continue on the Pre-Lenten journey by drawing connections between our repentance and God’s compassion and love for mankind.
  11. Preparing for Lent: The Publican and The Pharisee2022/02/13
    In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy get deep into understanding humility and its importance for our Lenten journey.
  12. Preparing for Lent, with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki2022/02/06
    In today’s episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the stories of the Canaanite Women and Zacchaeus. They talk about great faith and begin to elaborate on a main theme of lent: humility.
  13. Reflective2022/01/31
    In this episode, Danielle talks about her intentions to carry out her "word of the year".
  14. Exploring the Relevance of St. Morwenna’s Journey to Our Lives with Laura Jansson2021/11/04
    In this episode, Danielle speaks about St. Morwenna with Laura Jansson, contributor to the book Seven Holy Women. They discuss the significance of prayer, vulnerability, and struggle within the faith, and how we can apply lessons from St. Morwenna's life to our own Orthodox journey.
  15. Be Loved: Living Like John the Evangelist & Theologian2021/10/08
    How can we see and share love on a college campus? Hear as OCF Student Leadership Board members share their thoughts about love. Danielle brings it all together with a discussion of "the disciple whom Jesus loved", the holy Apostle and Evangelist John.
  16. What About the Virgin Mary?2021/09/28
    In this episode, Danielle focuses on The Nativity of the Theotokos (Sept. 8th-21st). She tells the story of the Theotokos's birth, looks at some key text from the day's Orthros service, and even invites her dad to sing a little.
  17. Ecumenism2020/01/15
    Fr. Brendan Pelphrey and Kassiani discuss Ecumenism and what it means to Orthodox Christians.
  18. “My OCF Story” Featuring Caroline Retzios, the SLB Chairman2019/11/18
    Kassiani Mamalakis interviews Caroline Retzios on her OCF Story and journey as an Orthodox Christian.
  19. Introduction to the 2019 OCF Podcast2019/10/30
    OCF Podcast Student Leader Kassiani Mamalakis introduces the focus and themes of this year's collection of podcasts geared toward Orthodox Christian college students.
  20. Why Do we Fast?2019/03/28
    Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas use the lenten period to discuss the importance of fasting.
  21. Pentecostalism2019/02/11
    Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas discuss Pentecostalism and speaking in tongues.
  22. Metropolitans and Bishops2019/01/30
    Fr. Brendan and Caroline Mellekas discuss the hierarchical and diocesan distinctions of the Orthodox Church.
  23. Orthodoxy and Yoga2018/11/06
    Fr. Brendan and Andja Bjeletich discuss the Orthodox view of Yoga and meditation practices.
  24. What Happens to Babies When They Die?2018/10/18
    Join Andja and Fr. Brendan as they share their experiences with death and discuss what happens to unbaptized babies when they die.
  25. What is the Liturgy?2018/10/01
    Join Fr. Brendan Pelphrey and Andja Bjeletich as they discuss how to explain the liturgy to people with no prior experience of it—as well as what liturgy means.
  26. All Stars: When OCF Work is Discouraging—with Naim Mekdessi and Rachel Sierra2018/04/28
    Tasya interviews Rachel Sierra and Naim Mekdessi—two students who have been active throughout their college years in OCF's South Region. The three college seniors discuss dealing with chapter elections, what it means to be District Leaders and chapter presidents, how they handle discouragement in OCF work, and more.
  27. On the Waves: Science and Religion2018/02/28
    Nathan, Maria, and Andrew discuss the relationship between science and our Orthodox Christian faith.
  28. All-Stars: Taking a Leap of Faith—with Quinn Marquardt2018/02/22
    February's All-Stars feature is Quinn Marquardt, the OCF Mountain Student Leader. Tasya and Quinn discuss how taking a leap of faith and getting involved with OCF--both at the chapter level and by joining the Student Leadership Board--has transformed their college experience.
  29. Apologetics: What is belief?2018/01/19
    "As many as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ." What is belief? Tasya and Fr. Brendan discuss the fact that belief is more than recognizing the historical existence of Jesus Christ and His resurrection—the Church Fathers explain to us that it means that we try to be like Him.
  30. All-Stars: Ideas for Your Chapter with Kayla and Mercedes2018/01/11
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  31. On the Waves: Almsgiving2017/12/18
    Nathan, Maria, and Andrew discuss the topic of almsgiving and answer a listener question in the inaugural On the Waves mailbag segment. Listeners are asked to send in questions to podasststudent@ocf.net!
  32. Orthodox Apologetics: An Introduction to Orthodoxy and Protestantism2017/12/11
    Fr. Brendan Pelphrey returns for the second instalment of Orthodox Apologetics for the 2017-2018 school year. In this episode, Fr. Brendan gives an overview of the history of the Protestant churches. He also answers some questions that Protestants may ask Orthodox college students. If you have any questions for Fr. Brendan, please email Tasya at podcaststudent@ocf.net.
  33. Parish Life (Part 1): Embracing Your Parish—with Michelle Ibrahim2017/12/08
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  34. All Stars: Discussing Servant Leadership with Athena Vlamis2017/11/21
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  35. On the Waves: Engaging the World2017/11/10
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  36. A Different Kind of Spring Break2017/10/20
    Unsure what to do during your spring break this year? Tasya and OCF Real Break Student Leader Anna Sobchak discuss OCF's alternative spring break trips: Real Break. They consider the importance of these trips in a college student's career, and also discuss fundraising ideas and what's new for Real Break in 2018.
  37. Orthodox Apologetics: Explaining Orthodox and Catholic Differences2017/10/17
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  38. Looking Back2017/07/10
    For 2017-2018's final OCF podcast, outgoing Student Leadership Board members, Chairman Emma Solak and Media Student Leader Daniel Bein, reflect on their time in college, thinking about how to live as Orthodox Christians on college campuses and what it means to be alive in Jesus Christ.
  39. The Journey of Salvation with Fr. Ciprian Sas2017/07/04
    Fr. Cyprian Sas of All Saints (GOA) in Peoria, IL, leads College Conference Midwest's final session on the process of salvation, discussing how other faiths might view salvation and how we might speak to those faiths.
  40. Sacramental Living with Fr. Gabriel Bilas2017/05/05
    Fr. Gabriel, priest at St. Mary Magdalene (OCA) in Fenton, MI speaks at College Conference Midwest about how to practically live a sacramental life by dissecting the Church's sacraments and how we draw closer to Christ through them.
  41. Come and See the Orthodox Life with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos2017/05/03
    Father Panagiotis gives his second College Conference talk about living an Orthodox life and how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving help to form Christians.
  42. Come and See the Liturgy with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos2017/04/05
    Father Panagiotis delivers his first keynote lecture about how the divine services can impact us and how the liturgy relates to our personal evangelism
  43. What does it mean to Come and See with Fr. Panagiotis Boznos2017/03/29
    Fr. Panagiotis begins College Conference Midwest's keynote lectures by asking what "Come and See" even means and the transformation that it asks of us.
  44. Taste and See the Living Church with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki2017/03/22
    Part 2 of Fr. Timothy's talk at College Conference East addresses what our life in Christ can look like when we participate in the Church and how we can begin the discussion of talking about the Christ and His Church.
  45. Come and See the Living Church with Fr. Timothy Hojnicki2017/03/07
    Before we begin to talk about the physical buildings, we must first address the living stones. In his keynote address at College Conference East, Fr. Timothy Hojnicki asks what visitors will actually see when they come to an Orthodox parish.
  46. Sacramental Living with Fr. Paul Abernathy2017/03/03
    Fr. Paul Abernathy of FOCUS speaks at OCF's College Conference East about what it actually means to lead a sacramental life. He asks what the word "sacrament" even means and shares personal stories from his ministry at FOCUS about the love and mercy of God.
  47. OCF All-Stars: Spiritual Advisors2017/03/01
    Fr. William George joins Dan as they talk about some of the unique challenges Father William encounters, as a spiritual advisor for the OCF chapter of County College of Morris--giving room for others to work, leading discussions, and maintaining the peace.
  48. Being Lay People for Christ - Jason Catanese2017/02/27
    How can we fully realize our Christian calling without being priests? Jason Catanese, a recent graduate and a schoolteacher in Phoenix, AZ, returns to College Conference East to reflect on how Christ’s light shines in his life.
  49. On the Waves: Be an Encourager!2017/02/20
    Part of being a good friend and a Christian person is encouraging others and helping them grow. But how do we do that? What if they don't want to grow? This week, Dan, Tim, and Lia address how to foster that encouraging spirit.
  50. The Art of Prayer - Fr. Antony Hughes2017/02/13
    There are so many talks about the importance of prayer, but how do we actually do it? Fr. Antony Hughes of St. Mary Orthodox Church in Cambridge, MA, leads a College Conference East workshop on truly living and dwelling in God.
  51. The Journey of Salvation: Fr. Nicholas Belcher2017/02/08
    Fr. Nicholas Belcher, Dean of Students at Hellenic College Holy Cross and assistant priest at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in West Roxbury, MA, leads a College Conference East workshop, discussing cultural conceptions of salvation and the beginning of the Orthodox perspective.
  52. Fr. Ninos Oshaana: Come and See2016/12/11
    Fr. Ninos Oshaana of Ascension Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Oakland leads a discussion at OCF's Southwest Regional Retreat around the theme of "Come and See," unpacking the assumptions we make when speaking about Jesus Christ and asking how we can enter into a deeper relationship.
  53. All Stars: Part 32016/11/28
    Dan interviews Theo Smith, a student at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, who belongs to what's called an "area chapter" of OCF.
  54. Orthodox Apologetics: Spiritual but Not Religious2016/11/21
    Dan and Fr. Brendan discuss exactly what people mean when they say they're "Spiritual but Not Religious," and how to address that without turning into a patronizing nuisance.
  55. On the Waves: Searching for a Career2016/11/14
    Dan and his guests discuss the process of preparing for life on the other side of the diploma.
  56. All Stars: Part 22016/11/01
    Dan interviews Andriana Malhi, the president of the OCF chapter at UC Davis, about how Christ's love saved her life.
  57. On the Waves2016/10/26
    In this series, Dan and his guests discuss how to practically create a presence on a new campus.
  58. All Stars2016/10/18
    Dan Bein begins a new series titled "All Stars," which features all of the great things that are happening with OCF nationally. Here he interviews Fr. Anthony Salzman, host of the podcast "Equipping the Saints" and the Southeast Regional Coordinator of OCF.
  59. Orthodox Apologetics: The Bible2016/10/10
    Do Orthodox Christians believe in the Bible? On the first episode of the new season of the OCF podcast, media student leader Dan Bein asks Fr. Brendan Pelphrey this question and more.
  60. Dr. Timothy Patitsas - East2016/03/31
    Dr. Timothy Patitsas speaks at College Conference East, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.
  61. Fr. Timothy Hojnicki2016/03/24
    Fr. Timothy Hojnicki speaks at College Conference East, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.
  62. Steven Christoforou2016/03/16
    Steven Christoforou speaks at College Conference East, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.
  63. Mother Melania2016/03/16
    Mother Melania speaks at College Conference West, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at St. Nicholas Ranch in Dunlap, California.
  64. Orthodox Apologetics: The Problem of Evil2016/03/02
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Problem of Evil.
  65. Orthodox Apologetics: The Eucharist2016/02/24
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Eucharist.
  66. Orthodox Apologetics: The Priesthood2016/02/17
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Priesthood.
  67. Orthodox Apologetics: Mary2016/01/27
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Theotokos.
  68. Orthodox Apologetics: Are You Saved?2016/01/20
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about the Orthodox view of salvation.
  69. Orthodox Apologetics: Icons2016/01/13
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain iconography.
  70. Orthodox Apologetics: Fasting2015/12/09
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain fasting.
  71. Orthodox Apologetics: Baptism2015/11/11
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain Orthodox baptism.
  72. Orthodox Apologetics: What Is Orthodoxy?2015/10/29
    Mathew Monos once again interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey—this time about how to explain what Eastern Orthodox Christianity is.
  73. Bearing God: St. Ignatius and Us2015/10/21
    Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick speaks at the OCF Mid-Atlantic Retreat.
  74. Orthodox Apologetics2015/10/07
    In the introduction to a new series, host Mathew Monos interviews Fr. Brendan Pelphrey about the proper way to share the Orthodox faith on college campuses.
  75. Steven Christoforou2015/03/10
    Steven Christoforou, host of the video podcast "Be the Bee," speaks at the 2014 College Conference.
  76. Mother Gabriella2015/02/26
    Mother Gabriella, Abbess of Holy Dormition Monastery in Rives Junction, Michigan, speaks at the 2014 College Conference.
  77. Orthodoxy and Technology2014/12/04
    How do we use technology to bring glory to God?
  78. Loving Our Enemies2014/10/08
    Host Matthew Monos discusses what it means to love our enemies.
  79. Royal Priesthood2014/09/16
    Host Matthew Monos interviews the OCF Student Leadership Board Chairman about OCF's "Day of Light," "Breaking Bread," and "Day of Prayer" programs.
  80. College Conference East Keynote Address2014/01/31
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  81. Orthodox Awareness Month Closeout2013/11/06
    Eddie Ryan discusses what happened with Orthodox Awareness Month with two SAB members.
  82. Introduction to Orthodox Awareness Month2013/10/21
    Eddie Ryan, the Social Media Student Leader of Orthodox Christian Fellowship, interviews two SAB members about Orthodox Awareness month.
  83. Dorm Fasting2013/04/02
    Tim explains how to fast while in college and shares a number of easy fasting recipes. See the PDF below for the recipes discussed in today's show.
  84. Jonathan Jackson2012/12/20
    Tim interviews Emmy Award-winning actor Jonathan Jackson, who will be speaking at this year's West Coast College Conference.
  85. Fr. Michael Ellis2012/11/08
    Timothy interviews Fr. Michael Ellis, the new North American chaplain of OCF.
  86. College Student Sunday2012/09/10
    Timothy interviews Jonny Braun, the OCF Southwest Representative, about College Student Sunday, which will take place this coming September 16th.
  87. Real Break2012/08/08
    Timothy interviews students who have attended Real Break, the alternative spring break program offered every year to Orthodox college students.
  88. College Conference2012/08/07
    Timothy talks with College Conference coordinators from the Student Advisory Board.
  89. Student Advisory Board2012/08/06
    This year's podcaster, Timothy Markatos, introduces the 2012 Student Advisory Board.
  90. College Conference 2011: Raise Me Above This World’s Confusion2012/02/27
    Speakers from College Conference 2011 at Antiochian Village offer their reflections.
  91. College Conference 20102010/12/22
    In this show we speak with the keynote speakers from three of the four college conference locations. The interviews are with Dr. Gayle Woloschak (College Conference East), Fr. John Parker (College Conference South), and Abbot Meletios Webber (College Conference West).
  92. Lenten Podcast 3 - Prayer and Silence2010/03/29
    Today, we conclude our Lenten programming with a discussion on prayer and silence.
  93. Lenten Podcast 2 - Dorm Fasting2010/03/16
    Today, we continue our Lenten programming with tips on how to survive the Fast if you live on campus.
  94. Lenten Podcast 12010/03/04
    Today, we present a conversation on almsgiving and forgiveness, the first of several shorter segments for the season of Great Lent.
  95. Let Us Love One Another2010/02/03
    On today's show we recap March for Life, talk about OCF communities with Dn. Robert Miclean, and talk with friends about College Conference.

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  96. College Conference 2009 - Part 42010/01/12
    Metropolitan Jonah with part 3 of his talk at the fourth main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December 2009.
  97. College Conference 2009 - Part 32010/01/10
    Metropolitan Jonah with part 2 of his talk at the third main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.
  98. College Conference 2009 - Part 22010/01/08
    Metropolitan Jonah speaks at the second main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.
  99. College Conference 2009 - Part 12010/01/07
    Fr. Tom Hopko speaks at the first main session of the 2009 OCF College Conference held in December.
  100. Thanksgiving2009/11/29
    On today's show we discuss Thanksgiving with Fr. John Hopko and hear what you're thankful for.

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  101. Minisode: SAVE COLLEGE CONFERENCE SOUTH!!!2009/11/12
    While our show on Community is delayed for technical reasons, we have an important message to share about the fate of this year's southern College Conference. Please listen and help OCF out if you can.
  102. Transitions and New Beginnings2009/09/23
    On today's show we discuss the transition to college and how to make a proper new beginning.

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  103. Another Look at Finding Peace in College2009/04/28
    Today we're revisiting last year's interview with Dr. Al Rossi on how to find peace in the chaotic college world. We also give details on how you can enter to win a free t-shirt from fullnessofthefaith.com.

    Theme song, "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot, used by permission. Also heard: "Nathanial Miles" by Fr. Justin Mathews, used by permission.
  104. A Campus Reflection During Lent2009/03/30
    OCF podcast host Jonathan Bush takes a brief detour from his planned posting in light of a damaging storm affecting St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church in Murfreesboro, TN where he was visiting. In place of what was planned, he is presenting a Lenten reflection on the Annunciation by OCFer Andrew Boyd.

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  105. An Orthodox Lifeview2009/03/10
    Today, Fr. James shows us how to look at life through the lens of the Orthodox faith.

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  106. We Get To Carry Each Other2009/02/23
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  107. The Revolution of Love2009/02/16
    Today Fr. Kevin Scherer shares with us about the revolution of love we're all called to be a part of. Taken from the 2008 OCF College Conference at Antiochian Village.

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  108. OCF Extra: 2009 SAB and the Natl Tour2009/02/15
    In today's special extra episode, we hear from some Student Advisory Board Members about changes to the SAB and details about the National Tour to be held this summer.

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  109. Metropolitan Jonah Loves OCF2009/02/05
    Today, Metropolitan JONAH (OCA) shares his thoughts on OCF, spirituality during college, and monastic vocations.

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  110. The Invisible Children2008/07/09
    Today we're excited to be sharing a recent interview with the roadies from Invisible Children, a non-profit organization that is changing the world. Listen to find out how you can find your place in the world of activism and social justice.

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  111. Heaven Ain’t Up Hell Ain’t Down - part 32008/06/14
  112. Heaven Ain’t Up Hell Ain’t Down - part 22008/05/30
  113. Heaven Ain’t Up Hell Ain’t Down - part 12008/05/16
  114. Finding Peace During Finals2008/05/01
  115. Ancient Faith In The Modern World - Part 32008/04/16
  116. Ancient Faith In The Modern World - Part 22008/04/09
  117. Ancient Faith in a Modern World - 12008/04/02
  118. Surviving College - Part 22008/03/26
  119. Surviving College - Part 12008/03/11
  120. 2007 College Conference Workshop: John Stonestreet2008/01/12
  121. The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Interview with Dn. Nicholas Belcher2008/01/07
  122. The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Keynote 32008/01/07
  123. The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Panel Discussion2008/01/07
  124. The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Keynote 22008/01/07
  125. Student Advisory Board2008/01/07
  126. The 2007 College Conference at Antiochian Village - Session 12008/01/07
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Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF) is the official collegiate campus ministry program under the North American Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops.