Fr. Joseph Collins, Fr. Michael Marcantoni, and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni
The Scapegoat
The Scapegoat
The Scapegoat
Tuesday 13th September 2022
Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni explore Christ's life and the scapegoat's symbolism in addiction recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Christ's entire life is significant, not just His crucifixion.
- The scapegoat is a powerful symbol for understanding addiction recovery.
- Baptism plays a crucial role in fulfilling righteousness.
- Trauma is about internal experiences, not just external events.
- Imaging Christ involves embracing His full story and teachings.
"Trauma isn't what happens to you; it's what happens inside of you."
How do individuals find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this captivating episode of 'On the Battlefield,' Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni delve into the symbolism of the scapegoat and its profound connection to addiction recovery. The duo explores the significance of Christ's entire life, not just His crucifixion, drawing parallels between the scapegoat of Yom Kippur and the struggles faced by those battling addiction.
With engaging discussions on Orthodox spirituality, they challenge the notion of reducing the Gospel to mere soundbites and highlight the importance of embracing the full story of Christ's life. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as they discuss the ritual of baptism and its role in fulfilling righteousness, likening it to the mikvah, a ritual cleansing. Fr.
Michael shares insights on how trauma is not just what happens to us but what happens within us, offering hope and encouragement for those in recovery. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, shedding light on how we can all image Christ in our lives, whether we're overcoming addiction or supporting others on their journey. With a blend of humour and depth, this episode offers listeners a fresh perspective on spirituality and recovery.
Are you ready to explore how ancient rituals and modern challenges intersect in the quest for healing and wholeness?