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On the Battlefield

On the Battlefield

By Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. R. Joseph Collins

No one tells you life will literally be a fight till your dying breath. What do you do next? Discussions on life, politics, and the practicality of faith through the lens of Eastern Orthodox theology.
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On the BattlefieldDec 29, 2021

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Ancient Faith Radio Update

Ancient Faith Radio Update

We're moving to Ancient Faith Radio with our long-form podcast. Fr. Michael has an update...

Mar 11, 202202:30
Gimmicks

Gimmicks

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about the use of gimmicks in the Church, and the reasons they really aren't a good idea. 

Feb 23, 202201:22:37
Though Tension

Though Tension

Fr. Joseph Collins talks about the need for us to try keeping to opposing thoughts in tension, to better understand the world and operate in it.

Feb 16, 202209:49
Leading

Leading

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss proper leadership. Both how to lead, and how to follow.

Feb 09, 202201:22:37
Sincerely

Sincerely

OTB Shorts are here on Anchor, now!!  This short is the tenth installment of On the Battlefield Shorts. In these short Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss life and the things on their minds.

Fr. Joseph, in this episode, discusses sincerity, hypocrisy, and the need for us to be imagers of Christ.

Feb 08, 202209:47
Being Prayer

Being Prayer

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about prayer, proper prayer, as a state of being, not something that we do.

Jan 26, 202201:09:28
"I"dolatry

"I"dolatry

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about the ego, and how "I" can become my own downfall, and source of destruction. Personally, and the destruction of others.

Jan 12, 202201:10:57
Acedia

Acedia

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins deal with the subject of Acedia, and its impact on our lives, and the lives of others.

Dec 29, 202147:57
Recognize!

Recognize!

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins deal with recognition of sin, and how to cope in the midst of realizng and admitting our weaknesses.

Dec 15, 202101:01:56
Do I know you?

Do I know you?

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss Jesus' words on Judgement Day, "I never knew you."

Dec 01, 202157:14
Be Sober

Be Sober

Join the conversation as Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about being sober and vigilant.

Nov 17, 202101:04:29
Semper Fidelis

Semper Fidelis

Father Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins cover the topic of faithfulness, and how to be faithful in a faithless world.

Nov 03, 202101:23:13
Got a Problem?

Got a Problem?

Join Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins for in this episode as they talk about the struggles of vainglory and the things many of us encounter in everyday life.

Oct 20, 202159:24
The Incremental Slog

The Incremental Slog

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about the need to be humble to do the hard work of the little things in life.

Oct 06, 202101:06:52
Servant is not greater than master

Servant is not greater than master

Join Fr. Michael Marcantoni for this week's OTB-Short.

Oct 02, 202109:16
Sentenced to Life

Sentenced to Life

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about the Cross of Jesus Christ.

Sep 22, 202101:05:39
Always on Guard

Always on Guard

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss the conscience, and when it's too active, and a little bit about when it's not. An overly scrupulous conscience can be a very difficult thing to manage. Tune in and join the conversation.

Sep 08, 202101:00:47
Eyes on the Prize

Eyes on the Prize

Check it out!! The first episode of OTB Shorts. Join Fr. Joseph Collins as he discusses Peter walking on water of the sea with Christ, and how we, like Peter, need to keep our eyes on the Lord.

Sep 01, 202106:29
Crisis Mode

Crisis Mode

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins have a real discussion about dealing with the realities of life, prophecy, COVID, and how they deal with the stress and uncertainty of it all.

Aug 25, 202101:16:50
Christ...Our Buddy?

Christ...Our Buddy?

Today Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss God and the "friend of man" (philanthropos). Join the conversation and consider the importance of having an appropriate relationship with God (the friend of man), a relationship with God as He is and not how we think we want Him.  

Aug 11, 202101:07:58
Friendship Lost

Friendship Lost

Join in as Fr Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss love and friendship in a way that flies in the face of our modern American lexicon.

Jul 28, 202101:12:24
Settling for Hell

Settling for Hell

Don't settle, isn't that what we're told? Sometimes not settling is settling for Hell.

Jul 14, 202101:02:48
On the Holy Spirit

On the Holy Spirit

The demons are troublesome and malevolent afflictors, yes. Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins talk about Pentecost and the work of the Holy Spirit on life's battlefield. 

Jun 30, 202101:11:29
Demonic Mirrors

Demonic Mirrors

Fathers Michael Marcantoni and Joseph Collins, in this episode, discuss that we become reflections of the sins and demons that we entertain and give ourselves over to.

Jun 16, 202101:05:29
The Infiltrator

The Infiltrator

Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins discuss how the Devil sneaks his way into our lives through good works and our perception of evil.

Jun 02, 202101:08:14
Victory Favors the Prepared

Victory Favors the Prepared

Today we discuss the need for preparation, and the necessity to have a safe and effective place to train.

May 19, 202101:00:09
The War On Feelings

The War On Feelings

Join Fathers Michael Marcantoni and Joseph Collins as they discuss the struggles that arise when we emphasize our feelings and the negative effects that result from living a life dominated by imagination and fantasy.

May 05, 202102:18:51
Thought Wars

Thought Wars

The battle for your soul, and the souls of those around you, begin with your thoughts. Join Fathers Michael and Joseph as they discuss the war being waged on you for control of your thoughts.

Apr 21, 202101:03:04
The Excorcistic Life

The Excorcistic Life

The excorcistic life is the life lived in repentance and in the power of the re-creative power of God in Christ. Join Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins as they discuss what an excorcistic life is, what it looks like, and practical ways to live in such a way, day to day, on the battlefield.

Apr 07, 202101:05:33
Over worked - Under utilized

Over worked - Under utilized

Ever feel like the business, the crazy business that most of us experience everyday, might be a sin? Ever feel like we stay busy just to stay busy sometimes, never seeing that the business shrouds and clouds our ability to see what is being covered up by it? 

Join Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins as they talk about one of the eight demons classified by St. John Cassian, the one he called "asidia" in Greek, which can be thought of as a kind of manic business that distracts the soul and keeps it from following the Savior.

Mar 24, 202149:52
Demonic Psy-Ops

Demonic Psy-Ops

Mind games, false narratives, and false flags. All tools the devil uses to destroy us, and the people around. Be on the ready and know the tactics our enemy is using.

Mar 10, 202150:20
The Fighter's Mentality

The Fighter's Mentality

Fathers Michael and Joseph discuss precision, freedom, and the intricacies of thinking and living a rewarding and fulfilled life of duty and dedication to Christ.

Feb 24, 202153:35
Fight Night

Fight Night

Engaging in the spiritual battle might seem hard, it might seem overwhelming, it might seem... Nevertheless, it's a fight we're in and God is sovereign, and has won the the war. 

Feb 10, 202153:45
Executing the Plan

Executing the Plan

Moving on from setting goals, Fr. Michael Marcantoni and Fr. Joseph Collins speak to the practical steps and processes to put the goal into practice in ways that mitigate failure.

Jan 27, 202156:27
Get a Goal

Get a Goal

Having and setting goals are critical for life on the battlefield. Father Michael and Father Joseph talk about what goals are, why they're important, and cover some practical steps to setting your own goals.

Jan 13, 202153:40
Addiction

Addiction

Addiction afflicts many, join Fr. Michael and Fr. Joseph as they talk about addiction, what it is, and how to combat it.

Dec 30, 202001:06:55
Spiritual Warfare w/Rev. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick

Spiritual Warfare w/Rev. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick

24/7, like it or not, we're at war. There is spiritual war all around us, both within and without, and our enemy hates us and seeks to destroy us. 

In today's episode we explore what you need to know about how the war effects you, and ways that you can fight back. 

Dec 16, 202001:02:15
Education and Learning w/ Mr. George Papayannis

Education and Learning w/ Mr. George Papayannis

A talk with Mr. George Papayannis about education in the home. The challenges, the rewards, and the necessity for teachers and learners on the battlefield.

Dec 02, 202038:26
Confession

Confession

Admitting wrong, and restoring relationships is an important, and often difficult task. But absolutely necessary for life on the battelefield.

Nov 18, 202036:06
The Comeback

The Comeback

Life on the Battlefield is tough. Coming back from defeat can be difficult, but it is possible.

Nov 16, 202032:18
Go out and make programs?

Go out and make programs?

No, go out and make disciples. But what does that mean. Hang out and listen while Fr. Michael and Fr. Joseph talk about what it is, what it is not, and why it matters.

Oct 21, 202035:33
Leadership

Leadership

What does leadership on the battlefield of life look like? 

Fathers Michael and Joseph unpack the idea of leadership on the battlefield, which includes service and sacrifice, in today's episode.

Oct 07, 202033:18
The Scramble

The Scramble

The "scramble" is life-it's unpredictable nature, our need for others, our need to get back up when we fall, and God's care in the midst of it all.

Sep 23, 202033:58
On the Battlefield: The Introduction

On the Battlefield: The Introduction

Welcome to the battlefield of life.  Join us as we discuss life, its struggles, and get encouragement to endure in the midst of it.

Sep 09, 202031:29