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Episodes
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Music, Influence, and the Christian Life | Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 7
This was a real and honest conversation about the music we listen to every day and the impact it can have on our spiritual lives. We sit down to talk about how music shapes our thoughts, influences our emotions, and often affects us in ways we don’t even realize. We get into the reality of...
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Deacon Clout | Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 6
This was a real and honest conversation about what it actually means to be a deacon in today’s world and how easy it is to confuse serving with status. Dn. Leule sits down with Dn. Dani and Dn. Sami to talk about “deacon clout,” the pressure of appearances, and the difference between being seen...
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Beyond the Gathering: Living Faithfully in a Culture of Hype | Unfiltered Faith Live S2 Ep5
This was a real and honest conversation about what it actually looks like to live out your faith after the moment is over. Miraf sits down with Dn. Mihret, Dn. Ananiya, and Dn. Yosyas to talk about why we even gather in the first place, how easy it is to get caught up in the hype, and what it…
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My First Time Coming to Church Part 2 | Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 4
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, we sit down with guests who are either stepping into the Church for the first time or finding their way back after time away. We talk about their backgrounds, what led them here, and the moments that shifted something in them. It’s an honest conversation about...
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My First Time Coming to Church Part 1| Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 3
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, we sit down with guests who are either stepping into the Church for the first time or finding their way back after time away. We talk about their backgrounds, what led them here, and the moments that shifted something in them. It’s an honest conversation about...
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Being a Light | Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 2
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, we talk about what it really means to live out our faith while being surrounded by people of different beliefs. Reflecting on Christ’s words in Matthew 5:15–16, we discuss how our lives as Christians are meant to shine before others not for our own…
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It’s Never Too Late to Come Back to God | Unfiltered Faith Season 2 Episode 1
Season 2 of Unfiltered Faith starts with a simple message: welcome back, and you’re not too late. In this first episode, we look back on what made Season 1 special, the conversations that stuck with us, and how God used them to shape our faith in ways we didn’t expect. From there, we open up…
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 22: Unfiltered Comments
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, we’ll be responding to some of your comments and sharing our thoughts. This also marks the last episode of Unfiltered Faith for now. Don’t worry we’ll be back in a couple of months, refreshed and ready to bring you even deeper, unfiltered conversations. Until...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 21: FAITH in the fog
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and we wanted to take time on Unfiltered Faith to talk honestly about mental health, especially for men, where the struggles often stay hidden. In this conversation, Ananiya and Thomas open up about anxiety, burnout, and the pressure to stay silent,...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 19: What is My Purpose?
In this episode, we’re asking a big question: is it really my purpose, or just my passion? Sometimes what we love doing isn’t the same as what God is calling us to. We’ll talk about gifts, talents, and how to know if they’re meant to glorify Him or just satisfy us. Tune in as we wrestle with...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 18: Dorm Therapy
Life in College
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 17: Unfiltered Faith Live Edition: Let's Talk Relationships
Single? Engaged? Just married? Been married for years? This episode is for you. We're sitting down with real people in all different stages of relationships from the "figuring it out" to the "been through it" to get the raw, unfiltered truth about love, faith, commitment, and everything in…
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 16: Holy Girl Summer
Welcome to Holy Girl Summer, a real, honest convo about what it means to be a woman of faith in today’s world. We talk about everything from Proverbs 31 and biblical femininity to modesty, social media, double standards, and the pressure to have it all figured out. Whether you’re in high school,...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 15: Diaspora Dilemma: Faith vs Feelings Part 2
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, Ananiya, Samuel, Mihret, and Robel sit down for a real conversation about what it means to hold on to our Orthodox faith while living in the diaspora. They talk about things we don’t always say out loud, like how to know who to actually listen to for spiritual...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 14: Diaspora Dilemma: Faith vs Feelings Part 1
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, Ananiya, Samuel, Mihret, and Robel sit down for a real conversation about what it means to hold on to our Orthodox faith while living in the diaspora. They talk about things we don’t always say out loud, like how to know who to actually listen to for spiritual...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 13: We Fasted the Great Lent, Now What?
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, Ananiya and Abreham sit down to reflect on the journey of Great Lent 2025, what worked, what didn’t, and what’s worth carrying forward. They talk about the tension between celebration and staying spiritually grounded, the habits they built (and struggled to...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 12: A Letter to My Parents
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, host Beza sits down with friends Jerry, Kidist, and Yonathan for a raw and heartfelt conversation titled “A Letter To My Parents.” Inspired by Ephesians 6, they reflect on their spiritual journeys growing up in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and how their...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 11: My First Time: Partaking of Holy Communion
In this episode of Unfiltered Faith, people share what it was like the first time they partook in Holy Communion. Some didn’t know what to expect; others had been waiting for this moment for years. They talk about the build-up and emotions and how everything felt different after receiving the…
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 10: My First Time: Going to Confession
This episode of Unfiltered Faith dives into real, unfiltered stories of people sharing what it was like the very first time they went to confession. From the hesitation and self-doubt to the unexpected peace that followed, each voice reflects on the build-up, the emotions, and the breakthrough....
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 09: The Check In
In this episode, we have an open and reflective conversation about fasting, struggles, and spiritual renewal during Abiy Tsom. Fasting isn’t just about food but discipline, faith, and transformation.
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 08: Why Have You Forsaken Me?
Welcome to Unfiltered Faith! In this episode, we're diving into one of the most profound and raw questions in faith: “Why have You forsaken me?” the very words Jesus cried out on the cross (Matthew 27:46). We’ll explore the experience of feeling distant from God, struggling with unanswered…
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 07: Relationships and Faith - Part 2
Welcome to Unfiltered Faith! In this episode, we're diving into "Relationships and Faith," exploring how faith shapes romantic relationships at different stages of life. We sat down with four individuals, one single, one engaged, one newly married, and one who has been married for years, to share...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 06: Relationships and Faith - Part 1
Welcome to Unfiltered Faith! In this episode, we're diving into "Relationships and Faith," exploring how faith shapes romantic relationships at different stages of life. We sat down with four individuals one single, one engaged, one newly married, and one who has been married for years to share...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 05: Living Servitude
Welcome to Unfiltered Faith! In this episode, we're diving into "Living Servitude." In a world that promotes self-interest, choosing to live a life of service and surrender to God can feel challenging, but Romans 12:1 reminds us that offering ourselves as a living sacrifice is our true and proper...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 04: The Joy of Saying No
Welcome to Unfiltered Faith! In this episode, we're diving into "The Joy of Saying No." Sometimes, saying no is the hardest thing to do, but it's so important for staying true to ourselves and our beliefs. We'll share real-life stories about the ups and downs of setting boundaries, talk about how...
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 02: Sorry God, I Am Lukewarm
In this second episode of Unfiltered Faith, we tackle the hard-hitting topic: 'Sorry God, I Am Lukewarm.' Join us as we open up about the struggles of being lukewarm in our faith, the challenges of staying spiritually strong in a busy world, and practical steps to reignite a deeper connection…
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Unfiltered Faith Ep. 01: Welcome Back
In this first episode of "Welcome Back to Unfiltered Faith", we’re diving into what it truly means to have genuine, unfiltered conversations about faith. No scripts, no perfection just real talk about our journeys with God. We’ll share what you can expect from this podcast going forward, where...
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