Ep 6: The Spiritual Life Today: Marriage, Social Media & Prayer with Father John Vlahos

Feeling distracted, stretched thin, or unsure how to keep Christ at the center of your life and marriage?I had the privilege of sitting down with Father John Vlahos of St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Shrine Church in Greenlawn, NY for a much-needed conversation on keeping our hearts anchored in Christ in a noisy world.Father offers practical, pastoral wisdom on prayer, marriage, spiritual burnout, and even how to navigate social media while staying grounded in our Orthodox faith. His words brought me so much clarity and peace, and I know they will bless you too.I also share how Father’s social media pages have been a blessing in my own life. You can follow him on Instagram (@frjohnvlahos @stparaskevi_greenlawn) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/fr.vlahos). Please like, subscribe, comment, and share this episode with a friend!Always remember to keep Christ first. He is the way, the truth, and the life. ☦️TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Father John’s Journey to the Priesthood & Early Orthodox Faith Influences04:25 – The Church’s Healing Role as a Spiritual Hospital08:58 – Navigating Social Media as Orthodox Christians14:29 – Practical Advice for Avoiding Spiritual Burnout & Stress18:44 – Loving Your Spouse & Praying for Their Spiritual Journey25:01 – Spiritual Alignment: Why It Matters When Dating & Marrying27:01 – Cultivating Christ-Centered Growth