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AIDS - An Orthodox Perspective
This highly informative program focuses on the disease
itself and widespread anxiety surrounding AIDS. It includes a panel
discussion, questions and answers on such issues as the communion spoon
(lavitha) and our spiritual fortification against our temporal fears.
Also, a personal account of a Greek Orthodox AIDS patient discussing
his illness, and an interview with a priest and father of a young man
who died of AIDS suggests how both Church and society could approach
the disease and its victims and the importance of faith.
The Akathist Hymn
This beautiful documentary pays tribute to the Theotokos
(Mother of God) and explains the importance of her role as intercessor
in the Greek Orthodox Church. The origins of Akathist Hymn and other
Liturgical hymns dedicated to the Virgin are described. Highlights include:
A "Salutation" service celebrated by Bishop Alexios of Troas
at St. Demetrios Cathedral in Astoria, NY, and a 12-year-old child chanting
Byzantine hymns, with English translations.
Choirs Of The Future
A visit to a Greek Orthodox summer music camp in Indiana
chronicles children learning bible stories, baking prosforo and engaging
in arts and crafts at the parish of Holy Trinity. The program highlights
music lessons during which they are taught Church hymns in Greek and
English, and participation in Divine Liturgy.
Christians in the Holy Land
Learn about the efforts of Dr. Maria Khoury in raising
awareness and funds to assist the remaining Palestinian Christians in
the Holy Land. There is an ongoing project to build and rebuild homes
for those who have been displaced by the Israeli Occupation. The town
of Taybeh, Palestine (Biblical Ephraim) is highlighted.
Come
Receive the Light
Come Receive the
Light is the national media ministry of the Orthodox Christian Church
produced by the Orthodox Christian Network, a commissioned agency of
SCOBA. CRTL is a dynamic and rapidly expanding ministry bringing joy,
hope, salvation in Jesus Christ to radio listeners in 20 cities and
through the internet to countless more around the world. Using today's
communications technology, CRTL is working to carry on the Orthodox
tradition of declaring to the world the truth of our faith and the truth
of the Gospel. CRTL is flourishing under the leadership of Fr. Christopher
Metropulos.
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony For His All Holiness Ecumenical
Patriarch Bartholomew - 1997 - Courtesy of GoTelecom
Conversation with Bishop Kallistos
The renowned theologian Bishop Kallistos (Timothy) Ware discusses
Orthodoxy in the Americas and the world. Includes: His personal journey
to Orthodoxy, being Orthodox by choice and not by birth, Orthodoxy’s
debt to Greek culture, the role of the Patriarchate as leader of worldwide
Orthodoxy in the 21st century, the state of worldwide Orthodoxy, the
language issue in the U.S., issues facing Orthodox Churches in America
today, what the church must do in order to not be “hidden”
any longer and a few words for Orthodox in America.
The Enthronement of Archbishop Demetrios
On Saturday, September 18th, 1999, the Greek Orthodox
Archdiocese of America enthroned Archbishop Demetrios as the sixth Archbishop
in Archdiocese history. Alongside thousands of faithful and Orthodox
hierarchs and clergy from around the world, relive the excitement as
you watch the majestic procession, introduction ceremony, Great Mandate,
Message from the Ecumenical Patriarch, Enthronement and the Address
of the new Archbishop. Includes the First Television Interview with
Archbishop Demetrios.
Epiphany: Festival of Lights
This one-hour production presents the timeless truths
of Orthodox Christianity as it tells the story of the celebration of
Epiphany in Tarpon Springs, reaches back in time with an overview of
Orthodox faith and traditions, and seeks to foster an understanding
of the true personal and universal meaning of Epiphany. The program
includes contemporary location footage and archival still photos to
illustrate and bring to life interviews from several noted Orthodox
theologians and scholars led by His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Primate
of the Greek Orthodox Church in America.
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A Family Like Ours
A production designed to address AIDS awareness and education
in the Greek-American community, which seems to ignore danger signs
about this most dreaded epidemic. Greek-American TV actor John Stamos
hosts this important show that features a narrative of a Greek family's
journey during their son's illness; Fr. Dimitri Kantzavelos, director
of the Bishop's Task Force on AIDS and a Greek Orthodox mother involved
in the cause to raise awareness after her son died of AIDS.
Gladsome Light
The history of the Archdiocese and its political and social
development.
Great and Holy Wednesday and Thursday
Great and Holy Friday and Saturday
IAKOVOS, a Legacy - GoTelecom
Archbishop Iakovos, leader of the Greek Orthodox Church in the Western
Hemisphere for 37 years, built on the work of his predecessors and guided
the Church and the Greek-American community through maturity, to assume
their rightful place as vibrant and visible members of American society.
This documentary captures highlights of his long career and examines
the effect of his leadership from the perspective of those who know
him best.
Interview with His All
Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
During an exclusive interview with GOTelecom on March
22, 1994, His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew answers
questions on the canonical and practical aspects of the division of
Orthodox into different jurisdictions in America. Also included: Future
of the Theological School in Halki, dialogue with Oriental Orthodox
Churches, relationship with Rome, relations with the WCC and Anglican
Church, efforts to help Orthodox Churches in the former Eastern bloc
and the position of Orthodoxy in the world today.
A Light Still Bright
Through the ancient and sacred grounds of the Ecumenical
Patriarchate and the magnificent worship sites of Constantinople,
this documentary recounts the history of the small church founded
by Apostle Andrew, which grew to become the "Mother of All Orthodox
Churches." Filmed during and around the celebratory ceremonies
for the reconstruction of the central Patriarchal building, the program
focuses on the role of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in today's Orthodox
world and its mission for the future.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
March 25th: Greek Independence Day
The March 25th celebration is examined from both an ethnic
and religious perspective. This beautiful film chronicles the War
of Independence and profiles the heroes of the Revolution, and the
Philhellenes-such as Lord Byron-whose loyalty was unwavering. Several
scholars comment on 400 years of Ottoman rule, the Greek struggle
for freedom and the remarkable similarities between the Greek and
American quests for independence.
Messenger of Love
Gentle and humble of heart, His Eminence is a living reminder
of our roots, thrust deep into the soil of history and nourished by
centuries of ritual and tradition. His Pilgrimage is an extraordinary
journey and an unforgettable slice of history, which dramatically
captures private and public moments from Cathedral to Capitol Hill,
from New York to California. A milestone in the life and future of
our Greek Orthodox community.
Orthodox Christian Mission Center
The mission, operations and field work of this inter-Orthodox
organization.
Project HOPE - Part 1: More Than Hope
The history of the Archdiocese's mission work, focusing
on East Africa.
Project HOPE - Part 2: Hope in Kenya
The experiences of a group of Orthodox in Kenya.
St. Basil Academy
St. Michael's Home, Quality Care for the
Elderly
EMMY-winning Anchorman, Ernie Anastos, hosts this introduction
and explanation of St. Michael's Home, a New York State Department
of Social Services certified residential adult care facility under
the aegis of the Archdiocese. For more information, please contact
St. Michael's at 914-476-3374.
Voices of Philoptochos
This program was designed to both recruit members and inform
the general public of countless philanthropic works of the Greek Orthodox
Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc. For more information, please contact
National Philoptochos at 212-744-4390.
What is Christian Stewardship? (in Greek)
Hellenic College/Holy Cross
School of Theology
- Hellenic College - Promotional Video
- Holy Cross School of Theology - Promotional
Video
History of Orthodox Christianity
(3 Part Series)
Our series views the foundation and growth of the Orthodox
Church through historic milestones and geographic locations connected
to specific eras, examining the formation of major aspects of the
Holy Tradition.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
- Part 1: Beginnings
Our journey begins with the founding of the Church,
the spread of Christianity to "nations" by the Apostles,
the Gospel and the institution of Sacraments.
- Part 2: Byzantium
After the stabilization of the Church, the journey
continues through the period of the Nicene Creed, Patristic Scriptures,
Divine Liturgy and Icons. During this same period, however, the
official division of East and West is witnessed and concludes
with a gradual rift in matters of faith, dogma, church customs,
politics and culture.
- Part 3: A Hidden Treasure
The Church becomes the only institution perceived by
Greeks as the preserver of their national identity during 400
years of Turkish rule. By the end of the 19th century, a worldwide
Orthodox community is born and the Church expands its influence
to major social and philanthropic concerns.
Holy Cross Live! Series
The Holy Cross Live! Series is designed to introduce the
basic teachings of Orthodox Christianity. These talk shows feature
clergy and lay theologians who teach at Hellenic College/Holy Cross
Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, MA. Topics examined
and professors interviewed in these 13 programs are:
- Ancient Faith For Modern World
- The Bible in the Orthodox Church
Metropolitan Demetrios of Vresthena & Rev. Dr.
Theodore Stylianopoulos
- Church Life and Issues
Rev. Dr. Stanley Harakas & Rev. Nicholas Krommydas
- Ecclesia: The Art of the Orthodox
Church
Metropolitan Gerasimos of Avydos & Rev. Dr. Alkiviadis
Calivas
- Music For Our Souls: Orthodox Hymnology
- Part 1
Rev. Nicholas Kastanas & Rev. Constantine Terss
- Music For Our Souls: Orthodox Hymnology
- Part 2
Rev. Nicholas Kastanas & Rev. Constantine Terss
- The Orthodox Church in Dialogue
Rev. Dr. Thomas Fitzgerald & Rev. Dr. Emmanuel
Clapsis
- The Orthodox Way of Life
Bishop Methodios of Boston & Rev. Dr. Stanley Harakas
& Dr. Lewis Patsavos
- Prayer and Fasting: Dimensions of
Spiritual Life
Metropolitan Demetrios of Vresthena & Rev. Dr.
Theodore Stylianopoulos
- Saints: Fathers and Mothers in the
Faith
Dr. George Bebis
- Working As One: Clergy and Laity
Bishop Methodios of Boston & Dr. Lewis Patsavos
- Worship: The Soul of Orthodoxy
Metropolitan Demetrios of Vresthena & Rev. Dr.
Alkiviadis Calivas
Holy Image, Holy Space:
Icons from Greece
Hosted by Medieval and Byzantine Art Curator, Dr. Gary
Vikan, the show focuses on icons as objects of religious worship and
artistic achievement. The history of iconography-from St. Luke to
El Greco-is examined step-by-step in this superbly photographed video
and features more than 80 icons and frescoes, which are analyzed in
detail regarding significance and symbolism.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
- Part 1: Windows into Heaven
- Part 2: Theology in Colors
Holy Sacraments Series:
- Baptism & Chrismation
Holy Baptism and Holy Chrismation, two separate and
distinct yet intimately-related Sacraments that have been celebrated
together since the very early years of Christianity. Immersion
in water-along with Chrism, the sanctified oil conveying the seal
of the Holy Spirit-define the Orthodox tradition by which the
Church opens its doors to new members. Two Sacraments and three
baptismal rites, taped at St. Barbara Church in CA, are colored
with emotions that extend beyond faith and religion.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
- Holy Matrimony
A specific rite of marriage appeared as early as the
4th century, but it wasn't until the 14th century that the sacramental
rite of Holy Matrimony was formalized with a blessing, and the
marital union sealed during the liturgy in joint communion with
the Holy Eucharist. This video presents the ritual, step by step,
and explains every symbolic act such as the union of hands, exchange
of rings and crowns, the common cup and the "Dance of Isaiah."
on the Orthodox Marketplace
- Holy Unction
The Orthodox Church has always viewed body and soul
as inseparable, and for that reason has stressed the necessity
for preserving both in good health. The Sacrament of the Holy
Unction is an enduring sacrament of faith for healing the sick
and forgiving sins, with the most familiar celebration of the
sacrament on Great Wednesday of Holy Week.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
- Penance
The Sacrament of Penance (Confession) is one by which
Orthodox Christians, who have repented their sins, come before
God and the Church to seek reconciliation and ask for divine forgiveness.
The faithful make their confession and receive absolution from
God. This video provides a presentation of the sacrament, as well
as an incisive examination on issues of sin, repentance, preparation
for confession and the role of the priest in the sacrament.
on the Orthodox Marketplace
Department of YOuth and Young Adult Ministries
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TEEN VIOLENCE: Fight the
Good Fight
 The
Orthodox Christian Teen Video Series addresses issues that young
people are facing daily. Teen Violence: Fight the Good Fight is
the third video to be released in this series. The video comes
with a resource book that has information about teen violence
as well as sessions to use with young people.
Sexual Purity and Healthy
Relationships
 The
Archdiocese Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministries is
pleased to announce the release of the second installment of the
Orthodox Teen Video Series. This video, Sexual Purity: Purity
of Mind, Body, and Soul addresses the topic of teen sexuality
from an Orthodox perspective. In an increasingly promiscuous society
this video, along with the accompanying resource manual, serves
as an invaluable tool that will help our Orthodox young people
deal with this difficult subject.
Substance Abuse:
Our Kids Are Not Immune
 Substance
Abuse: Our Kids Are Not Immune is the most current youth ministry
resource which approaches the issue of drug and alcohol abuse from
an Orthodox perspective. Loaded with Scriptural, Patristric and
contemporary references, this video identifies some of the dangers
inherent to drug use, while at the same time promoting a healthy,
Christian lifestyle.
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Ionian Village:
Friendships and Memories That Last a Lifetime
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Ionian Village:
Letters from I.V.
The Transfiguration Series
A four-part series, featuring renowned Orthodox theologian
Bishop Kallistos Ware, videotaped at the Rose Hill College in Aiken,
South Carolina.
- Part 1: The Glory Suffered: The Transfiguration
of the Cross
- Part 2: The Glory Revealed: Complete
God and Complete Man
- Part 3: The Glory Shared: The Transfiguration
of the Cosmos
- Part 4: The Glory Proclaimed: Liturgical
Celebration of the Transfiguration
The Divine Liturgy of St. John ChrysostoM
- Annunciation Church - Cranston, RI
- Patriarchal Divine Liturgy on the
Feast of Epiphany celebrated by His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch
Bartholomew, Tarpon Springs, FL [January 6, 2006]
- Real Media Format
- Windows Media Format
- Patriarchal Divine Liturgy in Australia
celebrated by His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
- Patriarchal Divine Liturgy celebrated
at the Archdiocesan Cathedral in 2002 by His All Holiness Ecumenical
Patriarch Bartholomew
- Patriarchal Divine Liturgy celebrated
at the Archdiocesan Cathedral in 1990 by His All Holiness Ecumenical
Patriarch Demetrios
Orthodoxy and the Environment
- Speech by Secretary of the Interior
- Bruce Babbitt
- Speech by His All Holiness Patriarch
Bartholomew on the Environment
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A production designed to address AIDS awareness and education in the Greek-American community, which seems to ignore danger signs about this most dreaded epidemic. Greek-American TV actor John Stamos hosts this important show that features a narrative of a Greek family's journey during their son's illness; Fr. Dimitri Kantzavelos, director of the Bishop's Task Force on AIDS and a Greek Orthodox mother involved in the cause to raise awareness after her son died of AIDS. 