Best Fr Alexander Schmemann Podcasts (2024)

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IX 1:01:35

2+ y ago1:01:35

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The discussion concerning temple imagery continues, and Fr Alexander also explores the nature of sacrifice and how it relates to Mary.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VIII 53:12

2+ y ago53:12

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Father Alexander explores the theme of the temple—one of the key symbols of Christian faith and doctrine, and discusses what the Church means by associating Mary so strongly with temple imagery.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VII 41:09

2+ y ago41:09

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In this episode, Fr Alexander discusses Mary as the new Eve, Eve as fundamental to mankind becoming fully itself, and woman as the climax of the world given to us. He also explains why the creation and relationship of man and woman is so critical to Christian theology.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VI 46:51

3y ago46:51

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As he explores the Feast of Nativity, Fr Alexander defines the "double mystery" of Mary's virginity and points to Old Testament prophecies. He also explains why it is important that Mary is NOT an "exception" within the human race, in contrast with Western theology.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part V 59:38

3y ago59:38

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Fr Alexander speaks about the liturgical poetry of the Feast of Nativity, and he stresses the importance of properly understanding the virginity of Mary—that it is not about absence, but fullness.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IV 24:34

3y ago24:34

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Father Alexander discusses the miracle of the virgin birth, first addressing what is a miracle and what is not.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part III 50:04

3y ago50:04

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Father Alexander turns to a fundamental question in his discussion of the explosion of Mariology in the early Church: Who is Christ?By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part II 59:20

3y ago59:20

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There was a "substantial difference" between early Christian worship and the liturgy of the Church after Constantine with regard to Mary. What happened? To address this, Fr Alexander points to the eschatological experience of the early Church as he continues his historical study of the veneration of Mary.…

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part I 47:52

3y ago47:52

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How do we explain the "silence" regarding Mary in the early Church, before the "Mariological explosion" in Christianity during the first millennium? Fr Alexander begins a brief historical study of the veneration of Mary with this critical question in mind, as he addresses those who would criticize devotion to the Theotokos as merely an "addition" t…

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret' (Introduction) 1:00:53

3y ago1:00:53

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Fr Alexander says he speaks about Mary with "fear and trembling," not only because of the difficulty of the subject, but "I really feel that to speak about Mary is a tremendous test, first for theology itself..." To speak about her is indeed a profound challenge. Apart from the term "Theotokos," we lack adequate theological terms to express the mys…

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The Virgin Mary 1:01:04

3+ y ago1:01:04

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“In thee rejoices the whole creation, O full of grace!” But why? Father Alexander explains why understanding these words regarding Mary, the Mother of God, is essential to our understanding of the world and the challenges we face. He speaks of Mary as “mother” and as “virgin” in this latest episode of Schmemann Speaks.…

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The Precious Cross 53:37

3+ y ago53:37

53:37

Some try to “look” holy, but they are missing something. As the Church moves beyond Mid-Lent toward Holy Week, Schmemann explains why there is no Christianity without the Precious and Life-Giving Cross.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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The Problem of Religion 57:26

3+ y ago57:26

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“Religion itself, because of secularism...is also the victim of a tremendous confusion.” Father Alexander Schmemann discusses "religion," "secularism," and reasons one should not come to the Church.By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Discern the Spirits 55:45

3+ y ago55:45

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“No one can today doubt that we are in a deep crisis—not only political, not only economic, but first of all a spiritual crisis.” But the battle is not between structures and systems. So, Fr Alexander says, we must “discern the spirits.”By St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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Faith as Conversion, Part II 44:15

3+ y ago44:15

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In this second part of Fr Alexander's discussion on "Faith as Conversion," he transitions from the question, “What is conversion in terms of our faith?” to “What is our conversion in terms of our Christian life?” Discussing the essential role the Church must play in this life, Schmemann also reminds us that we have not chosen God, but He chose us.…

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Faith as Conversion, Part I 44:54

3+ y ago44:54

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"Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand!" Father Alexander Schmemann says these words from the gospel begin the call to all people to convert—even if you are already Christian. And conversion—not simply a one-time event or change—is much more "radical" and demanding than we might realize.By Sarah

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His Beatitude, Metropolitan Jonah - Concluding Episcopal Remarks 7:37

15+ y ago7:37

7:37

Concluding Episcopal RemarksHis Beatitude, Metropolitan Jonah, Archbishop of Washington and New York and Metropolitan of All America and Canada, Orthodox Church in America (OCA).By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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The Cost of Understanding Schmemann in the West 1:16:07

15+ y ago1:16:07

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Dr. David Fagerberg, Associate Professor in the Department of Theology, University of Notre Dame.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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Father Alexander Schmemann and Monasticism 1:13:10

15+ y ago1:13:10

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Sr. Vassa Larin, nun of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad; currently teaching Liturgical Studies at the University of Vienna.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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Fr. Alexander and Modern Greek Thought 1:13:35

15+ y ago1:13:35

1:13:35

"Did the Work of Father Alexander Schmemann Influence Modern Greek Theological Thought? A Preliminary Assessment."The Rev. Stefanos Alexopoulos, Professor at the International Center for Hellenic and Mediterranean Studies, Athens, Greece.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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From Liturgical Theology to Liturgical Theologies 1:22:46

15+ y ago1:22:46

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"From Liturgical Theology to Liturgical Theologies: Schmemann's Legacy in Western Churches."Dr. Bryan D. Spinks, Professor of Liturgical Studies, Yale Divinity School.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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The Liturgical Enterprise 25 Years Later 1:12:00

15+ y ago1:12:00

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"The Liturgical Enterprise 25 Years After Alexander Schmemann - The Man and His Heritage."The Rt. Rev. Archimandrite Robert Taft, S.J.In addition to serving as a board member and/or consultant of several academic and ecclesiastical bodies, Fr. Taft is a founding member of both the North American Academy of Liturgy and of the Association of Jesuit L…

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From Master to Disciple 1:06:27

15+ y ago1:06:27

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"From Master to Disciple: The Notion of 'Liturgical Theology' in Fr. Kiprian Kern and Fr. Alexander Schmemann"The Rt. Rev. Archimadrite Job (Getcha) is former Dean of St. Sergius Theological Institute, Paris.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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The Current State of Liturgical Theology: A Plurality of Particularities 1:07:50

15+ y ago1:07:50

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Dr. Michael B. Aune, Professor of Liturgical and Historical Studies at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary/Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

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Introductory Remarks 25:00

15+ y ago25:00

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The symposium began with a welcome from Saint Vladimir's Chancellor, Fr. Chad Hatfield, followed by opening remarks from Dr. Paul Meyendorff and His Grace, The Rt. Rev. Maxim (Vasiljevic), Bishop of the Western Diocese of the Serbian Orthodox Church in North and South America.By feeds@ancientfaith.com (Ancient Faith Radio)

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Fr Alexander Schmemann Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Schmemann Speaks

St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary

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SVS Liturgical Symposium

Ancient Faith Radio

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IX 1:01:35

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VIII 53:12

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VII 41:09

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VI 46:51

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part V 59:38

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IV 24:34

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part III 50:04

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part II 59:20

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part I 47:52

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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret' (Introduction) 1:00:53

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The Virgin Mary 1:01:04

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The Precious Cross 53:37

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The Problem of Religion 57:26

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Discern the Spirits 55:45

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Faith as Conversion, Part II 44:15

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Faith as Conversion, Part I 44:54

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His Beatitude, Metropolitan Jonah - Concluding Episcopal Remarks 7:37

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The Cost of Understanding Schmemann in the West 1:16:07

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Father Alexander Schmemann and Monasticism 1:13:10

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Fr. Alexander and Modern Greek Thought 1:13:35

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From Liturgical Theology to Liturgical Theologies 1:22:46

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The Liturgical Enterprise 25 Years Later 1:12:00

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From Master to Disciple 1:06:27

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The Current State of Liturgical Theology: A Plurality of Particularities 1:07:50

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Introductory Remarks 25:00

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