Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Christophe Lepoutre
The Church is a Hospital
The Church is a Hospital
The Church is a Hospital
Monday 26th October 2015
Fr. Christophe Lepoutre shares how the Orthodox Church serves as a spiritual hospital for addiction recovery using the story of the Woman at the Well.
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Episode Overview
- Church is viewed as a spiritual hospital for healing addictions.
- Emphasises the importance of acknowledging one's spiritual thirst.
- Encourages humility and honesty in confession for healing.
- Clergy serve as spiritual therapists aiding in recovery.
- The story of St. Fotini illustrates transformation through faith.
The whole purpose of coming to church is to treat our addictions and avail ourselves to the action of the Holy Spirit so that we can be healed.
Curious about how others find healing in their journey to sobriety? In 'The Church is a Hospital', Fr. Christophe Lepoutre takes listeners on a spiritual journey using the story of the Woman at the Well to illustrate the healing power within the Orthodox Church. With the grace of the Theotokos and the teachings of the Fathers, Fr. Christophe explains how spiritual thirst can be quenched through faith and confession.
The episode is a heartfelt exploration of the soul's appetitive function, which seeks satisfaction through divine love. Fr. Christophe emphasises that church is not merely a place for social gatherings but a spiritual hospital where individuals can bring their ailments and addictions for healing. By embracing humility and honesty, as demonstrated by St. Fotini, one can open themselves to the transformative power of Christ.
The episode also highlights the role of clergy as spiritual therapists, guiding individuals toward healing with the help of the Holy Spirit. So, are you ready to consider church as a sanctuary for healing your soul? Join Fr. Christophe in this enlightening discussion and reflect on how you can find living water in your own life.