PODCAST · religion
Shokran Very Much
by Coptic Podcast
Understanding our faith is hard and it’s easy to fall into a rabbit hole of confusion and doubts, especially if you’re scared to ask questions in fear of being judged. Join Natalie and Claudine as they talk with the boldest and brightest in the church about the topics both traditionally and not so often addressed in the church. Each episode contains enlightening information to answer your questions and help you grow in your faith. A digital Coptic Community that is both entertaining and beneficial, Shokran Very Much was designed for Christ centered fellowship that spans thousands of miles.
Episodes
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Episode 88: Love (Back to Basics) ~ Tasoni Mary Guirguis
Episode three of our series , “Back to the Basics”, is one of our absolute favorites! Take a listen as Greg, Natalie, and Tyson Mary Guirguis talk all about love. We hope you learn as much as we did this week! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very…
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Episode 87: Liturgy (Back to Basics) ~ Abanoub Ghipriel
Out now is episode two of our series, “Back to the Basics”. Explore with hosts Dominic and Lucas everything about the Divine Liturgy with Abanoub Ghipriel! Can’t wait for you all to give it a listen!! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very Much…
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Episode 86: Baptism (Back to Basics) ~ Archdeacon Severus Mikhail
“And now why are you waiting? Arise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord.’” Acts 22:16 Out now is episode one of our series, “Back to the Basics”. Explore with hosts Natalie and Lucas everything about baptism with the best, Archdeacon Severus Mikhail from HTC!...
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Back to Basics Intro
"I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing." John 15:5 THE WAIT IS OVER!!! Join us today for a very special announcement that we have been working on for so long now. We have been working so hard on restructuring...
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Episode 85: (Part 3) Voice of the Youth ~ St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.” Proverbs 3:27 We were so blessed to have a voice of the youth episode with a few amazing members of St. Paul’s!! Not one you wanna miss!
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Episode 84: The Way Home | Striving Before Surrender ~ Abanoub
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James 4:7 Join another episode with our series #thewayhome with @rediscoveriam. Joining us is a special guest, Abanoub, as he discusses his story. Not one you wanna miss!!
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Episode 83: The Medicine Behind Fasting ~ Dr. Erene Sami
"I ate no pleasant food, no meat or wine came into my mouth, nor did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled." Daniel 10:3 Out today is our episode of all things fasting - including the biology with the best, Dr. Erene Sami.
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Episode 82: The Way Home I (Part 2) Pause Before Peace ~ Magdy
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace” Ephesians 1:7 Join Magdy and us as we talk about his journey! Episode 2 of our amazing series #thewayhome with RediscoverIAM!! Definitely not one you want to miss! Website:...
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Episode 81: The Way Home I (Part 1) Pause Before Peace ~ Magdy
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace” Ephesians 1:7 Join Magdy and us as we talk about his journey! Episode 2 of our amazing series #thewayhome with RediscoverIAM!! Definitely not one you want to miss! Website:...
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Episode 80: The Way Home I (Part 2) Doubt to Devotion ~ Mary VDB
“I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice.” Ezekiel 34:16 The first episode of our collab series with Rediscover IAM is out! Join us and Mary Von…
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Episode 79: The Way Home I (Part 1) Doubt to Devotion ~ Mary VDB
“I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice.” Ezekiel 34:16 The first episode of our collab series with Rediscover IAM is out! Join us and Mary Von…
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Episode 78: Beyond the Basics ~ What RediscoverIAM Has to Offer
Website: https://shokranverymuch.godaddysites.com https://www.rediscoveriam.org Instagram: @shokranverymuch @redisoveriam YouTube: Shokran Very Much Rediscover I AM
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Introducing The Way Home With RediscoverIAM
In The Way Home, you’ll hear the powerful, unfiltered stories of people who stepped away from the Church—some for years, others for a season—and the moments that led them back home. These aren’t testimonies. They’re reminders that no matter how far someone feels, there’s always a way back. And…
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Episode 77: (Part 3) Healing in Handcuffs ~ Dr. Sherif Toma
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” Ephesians 1:7 Join Dr. Sherif Toma, a prison psychologist as he shares some of his experiences and how he applies his faith to the workplace and his mindset. We hope you find this...
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Episode 76: (Part 2) Healing in Handcuffs ~ Dr. Sherif Toma
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” Ephesians 1:7 Join Dr. Sherif Toma, a prison psychologist as he shares some of his experiences and how he applies his faith to the workplace and his mindset. We hope you find this...
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Episode 75: (Part 1) Healing in Handcuffs ~ Dr. Sherif Toma
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” Ephesians 1:7 Join Dr. Sherif Toma, a prison psychologist as he shares some of his experiences and how he applies his faith to the workplace and his mindset. We hope you find this...
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Episode 74: The Five Languages of Love ~ Dr. Linda Abdelsayed
“God is love.” 1 John 4:8 On theme with Valentine’s Day, join Tasoni Linda Abdelsayed and us as we discuss the love languages and how we see these languages in our spiritual life. Not one to miss!!!! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very Much YouTube:...
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Episode 73: (Part 2) Fireproof: Combatting Lust in a Tempting World ~ Fr. Elijah Ghali
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” Galatians 5:16 Join us for a fruitful discussion with Fr. Elijah Ghali as we discuss the struggles of lust, how to overcome it, the temptations, and much more. Such an amazing perspective, not one to miss!…
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Episode 72: (Part 1) Fireproof: Combatting Lust in a Tempting World ~ Fr. Elijah Ghali
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” Galatians 5:16 Join us for a fruitful discussion with Fr. Elijah Ghali as we discuss the struggles of lust, how to overcome it, the temptations, and much more. Such an amazing perspective, not one to miss!…
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Episode 71: (Part 2) Does God Exist? ~ George Bassilios
“You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart” Jeremiah 29:13 Join us and author, servant, and theology master mind, George Bassilios, as we discuss the existence of God. Not one to miss! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very…
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Episode 70: (Part 1) Does God Exist? ~ George Bassilios
“You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart” Jeremiah 29:13 Join us and author, servant, and theology master mind, George Bassilios, as we discuss the existence of God. Not one to miss! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very…
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Episode 69: (Part 2) Called to the Courtroom ~ P.O.V. Hon. Mena Guirguis
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8 As part of our POV series, joining us is Orange County Superior Court Judge, Hon. Mena Guirguis! He talks about the nature of his job, how...
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Episode 68: (Part 1) Called to the Courtroom ~ P.O.V. Hon. Mena Guirguis
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8 As part of our POV series, joining us is Orange County Superior Court Judge, Hon. Mena Guirguis! He talks about the nature of his job, how...
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Episode 67: Waiting with Purpose: Redefining the Single Season ~ Lilyan Andrews
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3: 5-6 We are back with a good one. Join Tasoni, Life Coach, and Author of "Waiting and Dating", Lilyan Andrews as she gives us some of…
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Episode 66: (Part 3) The Cosmos and its Creator ~ Fr. Andrew Hanna
“The heavens declare the glory of God” Psalm 19:1 In honor of his 10th anniversary in priesthood, we are blessed to have the amazing Fr. Andrew Hanna from St. Verena and the Three Holy Youth join us in a talk about cosmology, science vs. faith, creation, and so much more!!!! Not one to miss for...
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Episode 65: (Part 2) The Cosmos and its Creator ~ Fr. Andrew Hanna
“The heavens declare the glory of God” Psalm 19:1 In honor of his 10th anniversary in priesthood, we are blessed to have the amazing Fr. Andrew Hanna from St. Verena and the Three Holy Youth join us in a talk about cosmology, science vs. faith, creation, and so much more!!!! Not one to miss for...
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Episode 64: (Part 1) The Cosmos and its Creator ~ Fr. Andrew Hanna
“The heavens declare the glory of God” Psalm 19:1 In honor of his 10th anniversary in priesthood, we are blessed to have the amazing Fr. Andrew Hanna from St. Verena and the Three Holy Youth join us in a talk about cosmology, science vs. faith, creation, and so much more!!!! Not one to miss for...
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Episode 63: (Part 2) Education in the Church ~ Fr. Daniel Habib
“An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge”. Proverbs 18:15 We are joined by Fr. Daniel Habib from St. John Chrysostom Coptic Orthodox Church. He gives us his insight on what education looks like in the real world and church, and the different ways we can...
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Episode 62: (Part 1) Education in the Church ~ Fr. Daniel Habib
“An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge”. Proverbs 18:15 We are joined by Fr. Daniel Habib from St. John Chrysostom Coptic Orthodox Church. He gives us his insight on what education looks like in the real world and church, and the different ways we can...
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Episode 61: (Part 2) Finding the One ~ Nancy Hanna
"’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” Jeremiah 29:11 PART TWO! We are so excited to have part two out tomorrow!!! We have heard such good feedback from part one and hope you enjoy this one just…
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Episode 60: (Part 1) Finding the One ~ Nancy Hanna
"’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” Jeremiah 29:11 WE ARE BACK! Thank you everyone for your patience and we are so excited to be back on track. We are kickstarting with an episode about…
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Episode 59: (Part 3) Coptic Educational Foundation ~ Monique Nashed, Sandy Ghobrial, and Katherine Hanna
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 We did a collab with the Coptic Education Foundation and we will be having three different parts discussing different aspects of our education. This episode is our last part of our…
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Episode 58: (Part 2) Coptic Educational Foundation ~ Monique Nashed, Sandy Ghobrial, and Katherine Hanna
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 We did a collab with the Coptic Education Foundation and we will be having three different parts discussing different aspects of our education. This episode is all about college admissions...
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Episode 57: (Part 1) Coptic Educational Foundation ~ Monique Nashed, Sandy Ghobrial, and Katherine Hanna
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 We did a collab with the Coptic Education Foundation and we will be having three different parts discussing different aspects of our education. This episode is all about college admissions...
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Episode 56: (Part 2) Digital Discipleship ~ Fr. Michael Fanous
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 Join us and Fr. Michael Fanous from St. Marina Coptic Orthodox Church as we discuss social media, how to use it for good, learn how to fact check our information, and so much more!!! Not one to...
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Episode 55: (Part 1) Digital Discipleship ~ Fr. Michael Fanous
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 Join us and Fr. Michael Fanous from St. Marina Coptic Orthodox Church as we discuss social media, how to use it for good, learn how to fact check our information, and so much more!!! Not one to...
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Episode 54: (Part 2) Teaching ~ Christine Ibrahim & Michael (Nemo)
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” Psalm 32:8 Tomorrow we are joined by teachers, Michael George and Christine Ibrahim, as they give us an inside scoop of life of a teacher. Make sure to give our other Career Series episodes…
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Episode 53: (Part 1) Teaching ~ Christine Ibrahim & Michael (Nemo)
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” Psalm 32:8 Tomorrow we are joined by teachers, Michael George and Christine Ibrahim, as they give us an inside scoop of life of a teacher. Make sure to give our other Career Series episodes…
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Episode 52: Dissecting Holy Week ~ Fr. David Hanna
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.” Ephesians 2:8 We are so excited to have Fr. David Hanna from St.Mary Coptic Orthodox Church in Chicago join us as he discusses the importance of holy week, how to get the most of the...
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Episode 51: Physician Assistant ~ Amanda Androus
“For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the LORD, because they have called you an outcast: ‘It is Zion, for whom no one cares!” Jeremiah 30:17 Career series is back! We are joined by the best, Amanda Androus, as she gives us an inside scoop on what it’s like...
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Episode 50: Over Intellectualizing Faith ~ Sean Beall
“For nothing will be impossible with God.” Luke 1:37 Join Sean Beall as he discusses his conversion story and why orthodoxy stuck out to him. Definitely not one to miss!! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very Much YouTube: Shokran Very Much
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Episode 49: (Part 4) A Glimpse Into the Mind of the Metropolitan ~ H.E. Metropolitan Serapion
“So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter.” 2 Thessalonians 2:15 We are so stoked to have the last part of our discussion with H.E. Metropolitan Serapion come out today!! Make sure to follow the podcast, and…
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Episode 48: (Part 3) A Glimpse Into the Mind of the Metropolitan ~ H.E. Metropolitan Serapion
“So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter.” 2 Thessalonians 2:15 We are so stoked to have the third part of our discussion with H.E. Metropolitan Serapion come out today!! Make sure to follow the podcast, and...
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Episode 47: (Part 2) A Glimpse Into the Mind of the Metropolitan ~ H.E. Metropolitan Serapion
“So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter.” 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Join us and His Eminence for part two! Thank you for all the love for part one and can’t wait to hear all your feedback on part two! Make sure to...
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Episode 46: (Part 1) A Glimpse Into the Mind of the Metropolitan ~ H.E. Metropolitan Serapion
“So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter.” 2 Thessalonians 2:15 We are so stoked to have the first part of our discussion with H.E. Metropolitan Serapion come out today!! This is definitely not an episode to...
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Celebrating One Year of Shokran Very Much the Podcast!
“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Isaiah 43:19 ONE YEAR OF SHOKRAN VERY MUCH!!!! Thank you all so much for one year of this podcast! We appreciate all the love and support we have gotten.…
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Episode 45: (Part 2) A Journey Through Time ~ Dr. Mary Ghattas
“And he said to the human race, “The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.” Job 28:28 Join special guest, Dr. Mary Ghattas with a PhD in Christian History in the Middle East as we take a look and a deeper dive into the church’s history. Website…
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Episode 44: (Part 1) A Journey Through Time ~ Dr. Mary Ghattas
“And he said to the human race, “The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.” Job 28:28 Join special guest, Dr. Mary Ghattas with a PhD in Christian History in the Middle East as we take a look and a deeper dive into the church’s history. Website…
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Episode 43: (Part 2) A.I. Impact on the Church ~ Natalie Bishay
“Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:31 We have the brilliant mind and servant, Natalie Bishay, talk to us about AI, its impact on society, how to use it, and so much more!! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very...
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Episode 42: (Part 1) A.I. Impact on the Church ~ Natalie Bishay
“Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:31 We have the brilliant mind and servant, Natalie Bishay, talk to us about AI, its impact on society, how to use it, and so much more!! Website: www.shokranverymuch.com Instagram: @shokranverymuch Facebook: Shokran Very...
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Understanding our faith is hard and it’s easy to fall into a rabbit hole of confusion and doubts, especially if you’re scared to ask questions in fear of being judged. Join Natalie and Claudine as they talk with the boldest and brightest in the church about the topics both traditionally and not so often addressed in the church. Each episode contains enlightening information to answer your questions and help you grow in your faith. A digital Coptic Community that is both entertaining and beneficial, Shokran Very Much was designed for Christ centered fellowship that spans thousands of miles.
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Understanding our faith is hard and it’s easy to fall into a rabbit hole of confusion and doubts, especially if you’re scared to ask questions in fear of being judged. Join Natalie and Claudine as they talk with the boldest and brightest in the church about the topics both traditionally and not so...
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