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Stewardship Calling
by Bill Marianes, and Ancient Faith Ministries
Why are you here and Why does your Parish exist? Explore God’s personal calling for you and your Parish. Live on the 5th Sunday and the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm Central/8:00pm Eastern.
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Meet Metropolitan Sevastianos of Atlanta
Bill Marianes speaks with the newly elected and soon to be enthroned, Metropolitan Sevastianos of GOA in the Metropolis of Atlanta, GA. Please listen to learn the story of His Eminence Sevastianos The event is being held at Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in Atlanta GA Please visit...
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Interview with Tim Tassopoulos general chairman of the Enthronment of Met. Sevastianos of Atlanta
Bill Marianes speaks with Mr. Tim ,Tassopoulos recently retired President & COO, Chick-Fil-A. Mr. Tassopoulos the general chairman for the enthronement event of His Eminence Metropolitan Sevastianos of Atlanta. Please listen to learn of all the details of this historical event to take place...
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Effective Stewardship Campaigns and Percentage Giving
Bill teaches how parishes can substantially improve their stewardship campaigns and results by using successful approaches to increase generosity and tithing in their local communities.
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Strategic Leadership Innovation, and Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 3
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. PART 3: Listen to the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research
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Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 2
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. Why? Some answers can be found in the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research.
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Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 1
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. Why? Some answers can be found in the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research.
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Living A Christian Worldview
Join Bill and Dr. Barry Doublestein to find out what a Christian worldview is, how to define and clarify yours, and learn what you can do to become a Christ-centered leader who is worthy of being followed.
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Strategic Planning Part 2
Every church does some things well and struggles with others. In Part 2, Join Bill Marianes for a recommended step-by-step parish strategic planning process.
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Strategic Planning Part 1
Every church does some things well and struggles with others. Join Bill Marianes, Fr. Ted Barbas, Dr. Don Khouri, Panos Coufos and Alex Cooley to discuss the process and results from the first-ever parish strategic planning retreat.
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Religious Freedom and Critical Legal Issues
Join Bill Marianes and Professor Brad Jacobs, Associate Dean and Constitutional Law Professor at Regent University School of Law, for a discussion about religious freedom and the critical legal issues that matter most to our Christian churches, institutions, and faithful.
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Helping the Human Side of Our Churches and Ministries
Today, we are experiencing unprecedented challenges in the human resources needs in our parishes and ministries, including shortages of clergy, volunteers, ministry leaders, and staff. Join Bill and Dr. Scott Mondore to explore best practices to improve the engagement and results.
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Leadership : Parish Council and Ministry Best Leadership Practices
Leadership is a critical difference between the most effective and healthy Orthodox Christian parishes and ministries, and those not fulfilling their potential. If you’re a parish council member or ministry leader, join Bill to learn about the 6 Elements of the Stewardship Calling Orthodox…
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Interview with John Maddex
Following up on Part 1 with Melinda Johnson, join Bill and his guest John Maddex to explore his story, the story of Ancient Faith Ministries, and passing on the baton. Bill is planning a grueling cross-examination to uncover all the lessons learned and wisdom John has to offer.
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Reclaiming the Great Commission with guest Fr. Evan Armatas
Tune in this week to Stewardship Calling as host Bill Marianes talks with Fr. Evan Armatas about his new book, Reclaiming the Great Commission. In his book, Fr. Evan provides a roadmap for parishes to diagnose and remove barriers and get back on track.
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Meet the New AFM CEO Melinda Johnson
This week on Stewardship Calling, meet the new CEO of Ancient Faith Ministries, Melinda Johnson. Learn about her history, what brought her to Ancient Faith, and her vision for the future.
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The Clergy Initiative: Healthy Clergy, Healthy Parishes
Join Bill Marianes for a conversation about the Clergy Family Initiative with project members Dr. George Koulianos, Dr. George Stavros, and Presvytera Nicole Keares. They'll share the latest empirical research on the issues faced by clergy families, and things we can do to make their lives better.
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Effective Parish Assessment Program Part 2
In Part 2 of a two-part show, Bill and colleagues Nick Chakos, Steve Tibbs, and Dr. Mitch Owens continue their exploration of the 6 Pillars and 30 Building Blocks of effective and healthy parishes, and how the Effective Parish Assessment works to provide invaluable information to Orthodox…
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Effective Parish Assessment Program Part 1
Doctors know the tests to administer to assess our personal health. Financial planners know how to assess our financial health. However, our parishes lack similar empirical and validated tools to help them. After over 20 years of working with over 500 Orthodox Christian parishes and completing...
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100 Years of the GOA
For over a century, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese has brought people closer to Christ as it survived depressions, wars, social upheavals, natural and man-made disasters, and societal pressures and issues that could not have been imagined by the faithful in Christ’s time. Join Bill Marianes as he...
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Living Your Calling After Your Loved Ones Pass - Part 1
This week, Bill speaks with Matushka Trudi Richter and Presvytera Dianthe Livanos about how we continue to live our Stewardship Callings after our loved ones pass on to the kingdom eternal. If you or someone you love is seriously ill, or if you have experienced the death of a loved one, and you…
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Living Your Calling After Your Loved Ones Pass - Part 3
This week, Bill speaks with Matushka Trudi Richter and Presvytera Dianthe Livanos about how we continue to live our Stewardship Callings after our loved ones pass on to the kingdom eternal. If you or someone you love is seriously ill, or if you have experienced the death of a loved one, and you…
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Living Your Calling After Your Loved Ones Pass - Part 2
This week, Bill speaks with Matushka Trudi Richter and Presvytera Dianthe Livanos about how we continue to live our Stewardship Callings after our loved ones pass on to the kingdom eternal. If you or someone you love is seriously ill, or if you have experienced the death of a loved one, and you…
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Living Your Calling During and After Serious Illnesses
When you or a loved one become seriously ill, even terminally ill, how do you respond? What you do next is critical. You have been called by your Creator. You have a Stewardship Calling – something you need to do with the gifts over which God made you a steward. But how do we live that calling in...
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Autism: What Can You and Your Parish Do
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States. ASD can create challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. After her son Michael was diagnosed with ASD, Dr. Lisa Liberatore and her husband Dr. Dimitri…
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UKRAINE: A Turning Point, A Call to Action.
As the world watches the crisis in Ukraine unfold, Bill Marianes speaks with Their Eminences Metropolitan Antony and Archbishop Daniel Zelinsky about the humanitarian needs of the Ukrainian people and our common prayer for peace. The First 90 minutes of this podcast you have a wonderful…
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Time for an Intervention: Declining Churches and Faith Part 2
In Part 2 of this series, Bill provides proven insights, strategies, and solutions from the “Jobs To Be Done” and “Disruptive Innovation” theories developed by Harvard professor Dr. Clayton Christensen. We will also begin to explore an excellent parish assessment that can help diagnose the most...
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Time for an Intervention: Declining Churches and Faith Part 1
In part 1 of a 2-part series, Bill presents the empirical data about our current church challenges, how some Christians overcame these issues and built strong church communities, and the 6 primary root cause areas where our parishes are suffering
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Prepare Youth for a Lifetime : Orthodox Volunteer Corps
Join Bill Marianes for a conversation with the leaders of Orthodox Volunteer Corps, the newest Approved Agency of the Assembly of Bishops. OVC leaders, Michael Sider-Rose and Kyra Limberakis, will share the exciting story of this transformational agency and help you understand how your youth and...
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Abortion : An Orthodox Perspective
On December 1st, the United States Supreme Court will hear Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. This Mississippi case could overturn, refine, or re-affirm Roe v. Wade and Casey v. Planned Parenthood. Join Bill Marianes live with three special guests to discuss theological, legal…
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Making a Difference in the Mission Field
Hear a personal testimonial from a surprising beggar, and learn from four dedicated Orthodox Christians who are making a difference in this mission field: Fr. Justin Mathews of Reconciliation Services, Chrysanthe Loizos of St. Herman House - FOCUS Cleveland, trauma counselor Jennifer Hertberg…
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Interviews from the Assembly of Bishops
Ancient Faith Radio and Bill Marianes were honored to be present at the recent meeting of the Assembly of Bishops. This week, here Bill's interviews with Archbishop Elpidophoros of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, Metropolitan Joseph of the Antiochian Archdiocese, Metropolitan Tikhon of the…
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What Are You ? With Dr. Eve Tibbs
When you are asked about what your church believes, how do you answer? What is your level of understanding of the Orthodox Christian Faith? If salvation is not only a gift we cannot earn, but something we must live out as Christ taught, what is one valuable resource we can use to learn what our...
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Philanthropy, Outreach and Evangelism
“Go and make Disciples” was our Lord’s clear instruction, an at the end of His parable where the Good Samaritan helped an injured Jewish stranger, He advised us to “Go and do likewise” and help our brothers and sisters in need. So how can we do that critical work in our lives and our communities?...
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Parish Strategic Planning
The Hebrew word "paw-rah" means "to perish." It was used in biblical proverbs about hair allowed to flow unconstrained in the wind; it means to be blown in all directions. Without intention, an Orthodox Christian parish can be with no clear direction, though Christ taught us how to create a clear...
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Live with the Louhs! Renewing You!
Do you want to rediscover your reason for living, the person you were created to be? Renewing You: A Priest, a Psychologist, and a Plan by Fr. Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh gives you the keys to unlock areas of your life that hold you back from experiencing the renewal and transformation God has…
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Exclaim YAL Arizona Labor Day Weekend 2021
Over Labor Day weekend, Phoenix, Arizona, will host Orthodox young adults from all over who'll gather for fellowship, a service project, and the chance to stretch themselves to better live and EXCLAIM their Orthodox faith. To discuss this great event, and share their own inspiring stories, Bill...
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When Justice Speaks - People Listen
How can a Supreme Court Chief Justice simultaneously fulfill his oath to uphold the law, honor his deeply held Christian beliefs, and achieve his commitment to improve the world? Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, The Honorable Harold D. Melton, will talk with Bill Marianes about his…
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Good and Faithful Servant: Through Living Your Stewardship Calling - Part 4
Part 4: The Brother's Perspective - Fr. John Touloumes and Dr. Nicholas Loutsion
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Good and Faithful Servant: Through Living Your Stewardship Calling - Part 2
Part 2: The Moment After – The Clarity of Vision From The Partner’s Perspective – Presvytera Dianthe Livanos
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Good and Faithful Servant: Through Living Your Stewardship Calling - Part 1
Part 1: The Journey Through Life In Search Of Calling – Fr. George L. Livanos
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Good and Faithful Servant: Through Living Your Stewardship Calling - Part 3
Part 3: The Journey Through Death To The Resurrection – Fr. George L. Livanos
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Managing Difficult Conversations - Part 2
In Part 2 of their series on difficult conversations, Dr. Mitch Owen and Bill Marianes delve more deeply into some successful strategies and examples of how to have increasingly productive difficult conversations.
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Managing Difficult Conversations - Part 1
Our unwillingness to have productive difficult conversations and deal with conflict is at the root of so many issues in our churches, ministries, and lives. This week on Stewardship Calling, Bill and his guest Dr. Mitch Owen will tackle these critical issues. Dr. Owen is the creator of the…
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Social Media is Antisocial - WWJD?
Many people are systematically allowing themselves and their children to become more depressed and addicted to dopamine through social media and smart phone use. These two, highly-addictive and codependent tools have been proven to magnify a sense of loneliness, inadequacy, despair, and...
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What We Have Here Is a Failure to Communicate
Professional communicator, Ken Futch, is a National Speakers Association Hall of Fame member and speaker and homily coach with over 35 years of experience. He offers practical ideas to help both clergy and laity improve all of their communications skills. Ken is one of the most engaging and...
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From Teacher to Preacher to Reacher
A Teacher informs, a Preacher inspires, but a Reacher actually transforms. How powerful it is when what you communicate reaches someone so effectively that it inspires them to change their behavior and take action. As it turns out, there are some concrete and proven things our clergy, laity, and...
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2021: A New Beginning
How did 2020 change or affect your life? What did you learn? How did you cope? These are just a few of the many questions that Bill fields on the first episode of Stewardship Calling of the new year.
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Building Up the Body of Christ
Bill interviews Bishop Daniel Findikyan about the Armenian Church and the Eastern Diocese’s “Building Up the Body of Christ” vision.
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Chris Hillman
Bill interviews a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and faithful Orthodox Christian, Chris Hillman. Hear Chris share his amazing story in his own words, including his journey to Orthodox Christianity and his fantastic 40+ year marriage to Connie Pappas Hillman, a dedicated Orthodox…
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Why are you here and Why does your Parish exist? Explore God’s personal calling for you and your Parish. Live on the 5th Sunday and the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm Central/8:00pm Eastern.
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