Fr. Joseph Collins, Fr. Michael Marcantoni, and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni
Post Retreat Rundown
Post Retreat Rundown
Post Retreat Rundown
Tuesday 20th June 2023
Explore how Orthodox spirituality and addiction recovery intertwine in this insightful episode featuring Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni.
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Fr. Joseph Collins, Fr. Michael Marcantoni, and Ancient Faith Radio
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Episode Overview
- Orthodox spirituality offers tools for modern addiction recovery.
- Obedience and discipline are key in both monastic life and sobriety.
- Prayer is a central practice for achieving spiritual sobriety.
- Community support enhances the recovery journey.
- Humour can be a valuable part of serious discussions.
If you're fleeing into the desert of sobriety, there are certain promises that make it worth staying there.
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of spiritual recovery as Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni take you through the highlights of a transformative retreat at St. John Chrysostom Church in Nashville. They draw parallels between Orthodox spirituality and addiction recovery, shedding light on how ancient wisdom can offer modern solutions. The episode is peppered with engaging anecdotes, like the conspiracy theory about Wyoming not being real, and the unexpected mildness of Montana winters.
But it’s not all light-hearted banter; the hosts delve into serious themes such as the importance of obedience, the role of prayer, and the concept of spiritual sobriety. Fr. Michael shares insights from a guest speaker who connects the flight of early Christian hermits to the desert with the journey to sobriety, emphasising the necessity of taking a single-minded approach to spiritual life.
The conversation touches on the harsh realities of both monastic and recovery journeys, drawing fascinating comparisons that are both informative and inspiring. This episode is a rich tapestry of humour, history, and heartfelt advice that will leave you pondering your own path to serenity. Curious about how ancient practices can inform modern recovery? Tune in for a mix of wisdom and wit that promises to enlighten and entertain.