Podcasts by Be the Bee
Finding God in Everything, Everyday - A production of the GOARCH Department of Youth and Young Adult ministries and a presentation of Ancient Faith Radio, this brief weekly video podcast will focus on the various ways in which God has infused all of creation with goodness and beauty.
Further podcasts by Steven Christoforou and Ancient Faith Radio
Podcast on the topic Christentum
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Our New Life in Christ (Pascha) from 2021-04-26T20:57
"You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth." (Acts 1:8) Pascha is the star...
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Be Joyful and Gentle (Palm Sunday) from 2021-04-19T23:59
“Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord” (John 12: 13) The Saturday of Lazarus and Palm Sunday are a sort of bridge between Great Lent and Holy Week.These days also live in the t...
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Redemption&Repentance (Sunday of Saint Mary of Egypt) from 2021-04-12T20:01
“If you cross the Jordan, you will find glorious rest.” (Life of Saint Mary of Egypt) Jesus tells us that He came to shed His blood and "give His life as a ransom for many.” But what exactly does ...
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What is Real Christian Faith? (Sunday of Saint John Climacus) from 2021-04-05T14:42
“I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9: 24) We often think of faith as meaning either "certainty" (confidence that some idea is true) or "religiosity" (participation in a group's activities).But t...
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Where to Carry Your Cross (Sunday of the Holy Cross) from 2021-03-29T19:33
“The glory of God is a living human; and the life of humanity consists in beholding God.” (Saint Irenaus of Lyons) Jesus tells us to pick up our cross and follow Him. But what does that mean?On th...
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The Light of Orthodoxy (Sunday of Saint Gregory Palamas) from 2021-03-23T01:18
"O Gregory the Miracle Worker, light of Orthodoxy, support and teacher of the Church, comeliness of Monastics, invincible defender of theologians, the pride of Thessalonica, and preacher of grace, ...
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Why We Venerate Icons (Sunday of Orthodoxy, Triumph of Orthodoxy) from 2021-03-16T01:40
"On this day, the first Sunday of Lent, we commemorate the restoration of the holy and venerable icons…” (Synaxarion for the Sunday of Orthodoxy) After weeks of learning about forgiveness and prid...
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Sharing the Space of Salvation (Forgiveness/Cheesefare Sunday) from 2021-03-08T16:16
“Nothing makes us so like God, as our readiness to forgive the wicked and wrongdoer.” (Saint John Chrysostom) The Greek word for forgiveness means "sharing the same space." At the doorstep to Grea...
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How Will You Be Judged? (Judgment/Meatfare Sunday) from 2021-03-01T15:57
“O God, when You come upon the earth in glory, the whole world will tremble. A river of fire will bring all before Your Judgment Seat and the books will be opened, and everything in secret will bec...
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You are a Child of God (Parable of the Prodigal Son) from 2021-02-22T20:23
“Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived.” (1 Corinthians 6:9) The Prodigal Son left the warmth and safety of his Father's house and joined him...
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The Danger of False Teachers (Parable of the Publican and Pharisee) from 2021-02-15T16:26
“Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) What this Episode is About:The Pharisee fasted, prayed, and gave to the poor. He did all the right things we're supposed to do. So wha...
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Episode 164: The Ministry of Listening from 2021-02-08T19:43
“Christians have forgotten that the ministry of listening has been committed to them by Him who is Himself the great listener and whose work they should share. We should listen with the ears of God...
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Giving Ourselves to God from 2021-02-02T21:05
“He who loves humanity fulfills the Law that was writ of old and is brought to the Temple now.” - Stichera of Orthros The People of Israel were commanded to offer everything from the firstfruits o...
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Theophany, Holy Water, and the Goodness of Creation from 2021-01-04T17:03
“Christ is the one who came in order to do what Adam did not do: to be the priest of creation...not just for the human being, although it was achieved through the human being. Christ came so that t...
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The Meaning of Christmas (and How to Share It) from 2020-12-21T16:00
“What shall I say! And how shall I describe this Birth to you? For this wonder fills me with astonishment. The Ancient of Days has become an infant. He Who sits upon the sublime and heavenly Throne...
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Why Does God Allow Suffering? from 2020-12-15T18:14
“For Christians, [the Twofold Annointing] means that when a person is genuinely anointed by God’s Holy Spirit, he or she becomes both a king and a sacrificial offering: the two states are inseparab...
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What it Means to Be a Man (or Woman) from 2020-12-07T20:50
“You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” (1 Peter ...
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Episode 158: How to “Give Thanks in All Circumstances” from 2020-11-29T19:48
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Thanksgiving is a time to feel grateful. But that at...
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3 Reasons to Fast from Social Media from 2020-11-16T23:04
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” (R...
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3 Ways Christians Can Deal with Temptation from 2020-11-10T22:00
“Thoughts are like airplanes flying in the air. If you ignore them, there is no problem. If you pay attention to them, you create an airport inside your head and permit them to land!” (Saint Paisio...
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How Should Orthodox Christians Preach the Gospel? from 2020-11-02T22:13
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; a...
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Why People Stop Being Christians (and What We Can Do About It) from 2020-10-20T00:18
“Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16) Adults fear that young people will grow up and stop being Christians. But no one ever fears that a kid will stop rooting for their favorite sports team...
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Is Self-Care Selfish? from 2020-10-12T15:41
But He would withdraw to deserted places and pray.” (Luke 5:16) #WorldMentalHealthDay can help raise awareness about the importance of self-care. But does this mean self-indulgence? Is taking care...
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How Christians Can Save Politics from 2020-09-29T01:22
“The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” (John 1:5)Politics are toxic and the world seems full of darkness. Is our job, as Christians, to fight that darkness? We'l...
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The Amazing Strength of Jesus from 2020-09-21T18:49
“My strength is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:8)Whether it's a mean comment or act of violence, why is it so easy to hurt people? And why should we care? We're all afraid of being ...
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Are You Struggling to Pray? from 2020-09-14T18:47
"For indeed, the Kingdom of God is within you." (Luke 17:21)Sticking to our daily prayer rule can be tough! But why? We'll explore the simple reason prayer can feel crammed into our day rather tha...
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Why We Judge Others (and How to Stop) from 2020-09-07T18:42
"One who every hour prepares himself to give answers for his own sins will not quickly lift up his head to examine the mistakes of others.” (St. Gennadius of Constantinople)It's easy to point our ...
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What if Your Parish Disappeared? from 2020-09-01T01:21
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16 If your parish suddenly disappeared, would anyone notice? Are we living o...
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How to Start (and Keep) a Prayer Rule from 2020-08-24T20:09
“It is better to pray little but often.” -Saint Theophylact of BulgariaStruggling to say your prayers? We want to help you connect with God! Let's start the new Church year with the Y2AM Prayer C...
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Does God Have a Plan for You? (w/ Anna Karos) from 2020-06-15T20:04
Have you ever felt pressure about getting into the right school? Getting the right job? "Vocation" is about a lot more than a job. It's about how we respond to God's call.To learn how, Steve is jo...
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Dear Class of 2020 (w/ Christina Andresen) from 2020-06-08T20:57
Graduation ceremonies across the country have been cancelled. The Church is here to honor you! But we're not simply honoring your grades or extracurriculars. Steve is joined by Christina Andresen ...
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How to Be a Healthy Human from 2020-05-25T19:52
Feeling scared to go back to school or work? What about Church? This has been a crazy time for us all. So Steve and Christian and back to share 4 keys to staying healthy during the coronavirus pan...
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How to Build Healthy Habits from 2020-05-18T19:40
Struggling to start a good routine, like saying prayers every morning? Finding it impossible to break a bad habit, like watching too much TV? Don't worry, we're here for you.Steve and Christian s...
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Why I’m an Orthodox Christian (with Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick) from 2020-05-11T19:30
As an Orthodox Christian, you're often the only one in the room. How do you share your faith in Christ with others? Why are you an Orthodox Christian (rather than part of some other tradition)? F...
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What is Christian Unity? (with Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick) from 2020-05-04T19:26
Christians seem more divided than ever. Is there really such a thing as "one" Church? Does Christian unity even matter? Father Andrew Stephen Damick joins Steve to tackle these important question...
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Does God Promise Happiness? (with Hank Hanegraaff) from 2020-04-13T19:20
If we are faithful, does God reward us? Does He promise wealth and blessings? Or is true happiness so much more...
Hank Hanegraaff, the Bible Answer Man, joins Steve at the start of Holy Week.
Christianity Under Quarantine from 2020-04-06T19:16
We're stuck at home We haven't been to Church services in weeks. What does it all mean? Steve shares a prayer and a parable that can help us see this with the eyes of a bee.
Can You Be Spiritual and Not Religious? from 2020-03-23T19:13
Can you be spiritual without organized religion? What does it even mean to be spiritual? Maybe we need to rethink what we mean by spirituality and religion...Maybe we need to live like Christians...
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What Does it Mean to be Good? (with Dr Tim Patitsas) from 2020-03-16T19:08
Who decides what is "bad" vs what is "good?" Is being "good" simply about following the right rules? Dr Timothy Patitsas, author of "The Ethics of Beauty" and Professor at Hellenic College Holy Cro...
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The Emptiness of the Christian Life from 2020-03-02T20:04
Our lives can feel empty and alone. But the Church offers us a different kind of emptiness: one that will lead us to be full of the Holy Spirit.
The Importance of Service(s) (with Archbishop Elpidophoros) from 2019-07-25T18:55
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America joins Steve to explore why service is at the heart of our lives as Christians. But he also reminds us that, if we truly want to emphasize service, then we must al...
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Why Do Bishops Get Enthroned? from 2019-06-15T18:31
"Be the Bee" is back and getting ready for the enthronement of Archbishop Elpidophoros. Why do bishops get enthroned? Put on your hard hats, we're about to drop some knowledge.
It is Finished from 2017-06-16T14:08
Even though "Be the Bee" is coming to an end, this is just the beginning of Y2AM's life-changing work. Together, we can find Christ at work in our lives and move towards His Kingdom.
What Young People Need from the Church (with Andja&Maria) from 2017-06-09T13:26
What do young people need from the Church? Let's ask them! Andja and Maria, high school seniors and the hosts of the Orthodox Life Hacks podcast, join Steve to reflect on ministry for, with, and by...
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Signs of the Kingdom (with Katrina Bitar) from 2017-06-02T19:22
Feeding a hungry person doesn't "fix" hunger: that person will feel hungry again. So what's the point of helping those in need?
Four Tips for Being an Orthodox Christian in the World (with Fr Andrew Damick) from 2017-05-26T14:05
You may be the only Orthodox Christian at school or work. Fr. Andrew joins Steve to offer 4 tips to help you live as an Orthodox Christian in the world.
Saved by Faith Alone? (with Fr. Barnabas Powell) from 2017-05-19T12:46
Is faith alone enough to save us? Father Barnabas Powell, an Orthodox priest and former Protestant, joins Steve to consider this important question.
How to Read the Bible from 2017-05-18T13:21
There are a lot of different, even contradictory, interpretations of Scripture. So how do we understand what the Bible actually means?
Beauty Will Save the World from 2017-05-05T15:31
The Orthodox author Dostoevsky once said that "beauty will save the world." What does beauty have to do with our salvation and relationship with God?
You Are What You Love (feat. Christian Gonzalez) from 2017-04-28T13:14
Last week, Steve and Christian talked about how receiving Holy Communion forms us into Christ's Body. This week, they reflect on the ways our good habits can build a "second nature" and form us int...
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You Are What You Eat (feat. Christian Gonzalez) from 2017-04-23T13:07
You've heard it before: you are what you eat. That's most true when we eat Holy Communion. Christian joins Steve to consider the amazing insights that Fr Alexander Schmemann offers in "For the Life...
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The End is Near! from 2017-04-20T16:24
Steve takes a walk in the park and shares important news about "Be the Bee."
We’re All Broken from 2017-04-14T13:17
We all struggle with something. We're all broken. Every Holy Thursday, we see Christ on the Cross. We come face-to-face with our own brokenness, and the way Christ joins us in our pain. He brings l...
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Why Do We Sing in Church? from 2017-04-07T14:26
We've already explored why Orthodox Churches have a distinctive look. They also have a distinctive sound. Why do we sing in our Church services?
Can We Know God? from 2017-03-31T14:29
We can learn things about almost any subject. Yet God doesn't want us to simply know things *about* Him, in an abstract way. He wants us to truly know Him and commune with Him.
Why Easy Isn’t Always Best from 2017-03-17T14:57
Lent is hard work, especially when so much of the modern world is designed to make things easy for us! Yet life isn't easy. Can we become the sort of people who learn how to do what's best, even wh...
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Should I Fear God? (feat. Elissa Bjeletich) from 2017-03-10T16:39
Lots of prayers say we should "fear God." Does that mean we should be terrified of Him? How can we fear God and love Him?
What is a Sacrament? from 2017-03-03T18:20
Are there seven sacraments? Are sacraments just symbols, or ways to receive grace? Get ready to unlearn everything you think you know about sacraments in this episode!
What Vestments Reveal About our Relationship with God from 2017-01-25T19:08
Vestments are more than decorations: they reveal something important about our relationship with God and the role of our clergy.
Our Sacred Order from 2017-01-18T17:21
Hierarchy isn't about status or being important. In the Church, hierarchy is our sacred order, the way we fit together as One Body.
New Year, New Focus from 2016-12-30T19:22
The ways we spend our time and money say a lot about what we actually love. And our actions may reveal we don't love God as much as we'd like to think. Let's take an honest look at our lives so we ...
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The HOPE Project (Project for Awesome 2016) from 2016-12-16T14:19
Human trafficking is a big problem all over the world. In this year's Project for Awesome, we're supporting the HOPE Project, a new program that connects survivors of human trafficking housing, occ...
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Six-Minute Church Tour from 2016-12-01T21:20
Walking into an Orthodox Church can be pretty overwhelming. Join Steve as he offers a quick tour of what you'll typically see, and what that can teach us about our path to salvation.
A Church of Mysteries from 2016-11-18T14:27
We use the word "mystery" a lot in the Church. Because the Church herself is a mystery: not an idea to be grasped but a reality to be lived.
Why We Don’t Hide Our Faith (featuring Sister Vassa Larin) from 2016-11-11T14:58
Faith is often treated as a secret, private thing. But if we really believe that we know the way to eternal life in Christ, would we really keep that hidden from others?
Don’t Think About Your Thoughts from 2016-11-04T14:43
"Thoughts" are the imaginings and fantasies that can distract us from God. And they can turn into action after they enter our hearts. So how do we deal with the thoughts that bother us? Instead of ...
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What if God is Real? from 2016-10-28T17:16
God is more than an abstract idea. And if He's real, that has important consequences for our lives.
Why Christians Care for the Environment (with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew) from 2016-10-21T17:17
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and Fr. John Chryssavgis join Steve to explore why caring for the environment is part of our role as Christians and priests of creation.
Four Ways to Forgive from 2016-10-07T13:15
We all know forgiveness is a holy and important thing, yet it's easier said than done. When you're having trouble, here are four things to help soften your heart and open the door to forgiveness.
Do More Doing from 2016-09-30T17:36
Philanthropy isn't just about cutting checks, and charity isn't just for non-profits. We can all find ways to do more doing in our lives: to connect with people in personal ways and help give them ...
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So, What’s Your Story? (featuring Christian Gonzalez) from 2016-09-23T20:26
Our lives are chapters in a greater story. What part are you playing: the all-star athlete, the Greek American, the top of your class? What about the disciple of Christ? This week, let's refocus ou...
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Be the Bee #104 | Is it Possible to Pray Always? from 2016-09-16T13:51
Saint Paul tells us to "pray without ceasing." But is constant prayer even possible? And how should we even start? We'll look at simple ways to build our prayer so that our whole life can become an...
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Five Ways to Jumpstart Your Spiritual Life from 2016-09-09T19:34
You probably know what you need to do to grow closer to Christ, but you're having trouble getting started. Here are five ways to jumpstart your spiritual life and start connecting with the Lord tod...
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Six Simple Ways to Make the Most of the Year Ahead from 2016-09-06T18:20
As we look ahead to the new Church year, we're not preparing simply to learn more about God: we're preparing to grow closer to God. And here are 6 things we can start doing right now to make the mo...
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The Holy and Great Council from 2016-06-15T12:10
Dn John Chryssavgis, theological advisor to His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, joins Steve to explain the Council. They discuss the mission of the Church in the world, and our missi...
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What Comes Next? from 2016-05-27T14:55
After 100 episodes, it's time to ask: what comes next? As great as it is to talk about God, and learn about Him, the next step is to put it all into practice. Repentance is a change in our lives, a...
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Hold On to Hope from 2016-05-13T15:38
Life is full of ups and downs. Even though things are going well, it can suddenly feel like your spiritual life is crashing to the ground. Whatever the reason, here are three tips to help you hold ...
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Why Do We Die? from 2016-05-06T15:30
Christ is Risen! Yet, if Christ really has conquered death, why do we still die? With a little help from St. Paul the Apostle and Fr. John Behr, we'll take a closer look at our relationship with Go...
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Love and Happiness from 2016-05-04T15:44
Many of us seek wealth, or stuff, or other temporary pleasures. Yet God wants us to seek something more. Christ chose the Cross. What do you choose?
The Key to Prayer from 2016-04-01T16:23
It's one thing to talk about why Church services and prayer are important, and another to do them. How do we start? The key is something simple, and something very easy to overlook: silence.
Why Prayer Matters from 2016-03-25T01:39
If we attend Church services, do we need to pray on our own? If we pray on our own, do we need to attend the services? Prayer matters, and goes hand in hand with the services. Without the Liturgy, ...
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How to Prepare for Pascha from 2016-03-17T18:30
Great Lent is the time we prepare for Pascha, and the first weeks of the Triodion Period prepare us for Lent. These weeks help us understand how we should prepare for Pascha: that our main goal is ...
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Be Not Afraid from 2016-02-05T18:53
"On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18) You'll never look at this Bible quote, or the Church, in the same way again. Hell isn't i...
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Who Do You Say That I Am? (featuring Christian Gonzalez) from 2016-01-15T16:33
Christ asked His disciples something personal: "Who do you say that I am?" It's an invitation to do more than answer a question: He's asking us to share our relationship with Him. So who do you say...
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How Christ Unites Us from 2016-01-08T15:41
Technology helps bring us together, sort of. The world is full of divisions that our sins reinforce. True unity only comes in Christ, who overcomes everything that divides us and brings all creatio...
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The Freedom of Forgiveness from 2015-12-18T14:47
St. Dionysios of Zakynthos is a powerful example of forgiveness. He shows us how forgiveness can free us to be who God made us to be, rather than trapping us and defining us by our sins and shortco...
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Project for Awesome 2015 - IOCC from 2015-12-15T16:15
Love isn't simply something to talk about, it's something to live. Help us support IOCC in this year's Project for Awesome, and live the Gospel. Together, we can make the world a more awesome place...
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Give Thanks to the Lord from 2015-11-27T22:31
Giving thanks isn't just for Thanksgiving. As Christians, it's an important part of our daily lives. It's the way to see God even in the midst of difficult times, to receive the blessed happiness t...
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Love Your Enemies from 2015-11-20T18:17
It's not easy to love your enemies, especially when they do something terrible. But it's the Christian way, and it's possible because Christ has defeated hatred and fear with forgiveness and love. ...
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#BeTheSower from 2015-11-13T15:00
You've probably heard the Parable of the Sower, and that we're called to make our hearts good soil, ready to receive God's Word. But what about our call to be sowers, to be people who plant the see...
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A Good Thought from 2015-11-06T14:50
Have you ever wanted to do something good, and stopped because of doubt? God doesn't knock us over the head: He speaks to us in whispers, the good thoughts that remind us to love God and neighbor. ...
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Made for Goodness from 2015-10-29T20:13
Even though God made us in His image, sin and death can make that hard to see. The challenge of the spiritual life is to break free of the passions that pull us into sin, and instead choose God and...
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Does the Liturgy Need You? from 2015-10-23T21:44
Do Church services sometimes feel like performances, like you're just passively watching? We can't forget that the Liturgy is the work of the people. And one little word invites us to actively part...
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Pray Simply, Pray Always from 2015-10-02T15:21
Do you want to pray more, but aren't sure where to start? Draw some inspiration from the life of Symeon, a pious man profiled in the book "Ascetics in the World." His life shows how even a simple p...
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Why Relics? from 2015-09-24T19:32
Why are relics so important in the Church? Saints are sanctified in both body and soul, and in Scripture we see how their bodies continue to be temples of the Holy Spirit even after death. The reli...
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A Church of Councils (featuring Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh) from 2015-09-14T14:44
The Church isn't run by a single person. Instead, we come together in councils to keep the Faith and guide the Church through challenges. From the Apostolic Council of Jerusalem (in the Book of Act...
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First Among Sinners from 2015-07-31T15:12
As we learn more about the Faith, we learn about right and wrong. And sin. If we're not careful, that knowledge can lead us to judge others rather than repent of our own faults. How do we stay focu...
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Is Orthodoxy Anti-Intellectual? (Featuring Sister Vassa Larin) from 2015-07-16T14:11
This week we're responding to another viewer question. Does a love of theology and academic study somehow contradict the mysticism of the Faith? We approach God as complete human persons, and that ...
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Memory Eternal from 2015-07-03T08:55
When people pass away, we pray that their memory will be eternal. We're not simply asking God to think about them: we're asking Him to save them (and us) and bring us all into His Kingdom. It's the...
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Six Ways to Deepen Your Love for Christ from 2015-06-26T09:53
Living Orthodoxy is about love. Here are six ways you can deepen your love for Christ. Are you ready to start?
Mission for Christ from 2015-06-05T13:52
Parishes across the country will host their annual festivals and offer great food, music, and dancing to their neighbors. We also have something even more amazing to offer: Christ and the Good News...
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Is Christianity Shrinking? from 2015-05-22T11:44
A new study from the Pew Research Group has some interesting numbers. Do they show that Christianity is shrinking? While it's true that people are leaving the Church, we can't panic. Instead, we sh...
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Cradle or Convert? from 2015-05-16T14:33
We sometimes describe people as cradles or converts; but instead of describing people, that can divide us. And they're a bit misleading: we aren't born into the Church, and there isn't a specific m...
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Children of God from 2015-05-08T09:52
Christ took on all that is ours so that we can have all that is His. One of those blessings is the ability to call God the Father our Father. That doesn't just affect the way we relate to God; it a...
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From “Me” to “We” from 2015-04-24T10:20
Liturgy is the work of the people: our work. It brings us from a bunch of "me's" to a single "we" in Christ. Every episode is a great reminder of this, since Be the Bee comes from the love and work...
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Salvation in Christ from 2015-04-10T10:02
We can summarize salvation in three words: Christ is Risen! Salvation, our participation in God's true and eternal life, only happens in the divine-human person of Christ. He took on all that is ou...
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Heaven and Hell from 2015-04-03T09:28
Many people think that heaven and hell are the places God sends us to either reward or punish us. But Orthodox Christians don't believe in this "two story" model of the universe. We believe that Go...
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Creation and Fall from 2015-03-28T12:30
Jesus Christ is our savior, but what does He save us from? To answer that, we need to take a closer look at Creation and the Fall. God made us neither mortal nor immortal, but with freedom: we coul...
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Who is Jesus Christ? from 2015-03-13T03:43
Who is Jesus Christ? He's the God-man, the eternal Son of God who, in the fullness of time, took on flesh and became fully human--while remaining fully God. This is so important because of what it ...
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When Right isn’t Easy (Selma Marches 50th Anniversary) from 2015-03-06T09:10
Being a Christian and living the Gospel isn't always easy; in fact, it's usually challenging. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., experienced that as he fought for justice. So did Archbishop Iakovos ...
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The Holy Trinity from 2015-02-23T10:08
How can God be both 3 and 1? Christians are monotheists—we believe in one God—but many people don't understand how the Holy Trinity fits in with that. The Holy Trinity is One God, three divine Pers...
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Belief in God from 2015-02-13T11:54
How can we even begin to talk about belief in God? We need to start by making something clear: we're not talking about belief in something; we're talking about belief in someone. That changes the w...
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What is Orthodox Christianity? from 2015-02-06T09:50
Some say Orthodox Christianity is one of the world's best kept secrets. So let's talk about what Orthodoxy is. At it's core, Orthodoxy is about the Gospel, the Good News of our new life in Christ. ...
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Pure as Snow from 2015-01-30T08:09
When we look at snow with the eyes of a bee, we can learn an important lesson for our spiritual lives. Snow is a beautiful metaphor for our ideal spiritual state, as we read in Psalm 50(51). If we'...
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Faith in Action from 2015-01-26T09:33
Faith needs to be something we put into action. A wonderful example of this is the life and person of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. The Christian Faith teaches the equality of all people—and Dr King a...
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Is Church Boring? from 2015-01-16T10:40
Sometimes, the Church can seem . . . boring. Is that because of the Church or the way we see and present it?
United by Forgiveness from 2015-01-09T10:08
As Christians, we're called to union with each other and God. Yet we're constantly stuck in divisions, both external and internal. So how are we supposed to achieve true union? The answer is forgiv...
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Share the Faith in 2015 from 2015-01-08T10:17
It's a brand new year, a chance to look back on where we've struggled and look ahead to how we can improve. How can we draw closer to God in 2015, and share Him with the world?
Rise Like Incense from 2014-12-19T14:34
We all know incense smells nice, but why do we use it in our services? It's an important reminder about what God gives us, and what we offer to God.
Project for Awesome 2014 - FOCUS North America - P4A2014 from 2014-12-12T10:12
Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s a choice, an action. We can show our love for our neighbors (and live our Faith) by getting involved with philanthropic groups like FOCUS North America.
Making God’s Love Visible from 2014-11-14T15:39
The Truth can be hard to see. What are we doing to help people see it better?
We Can’t Talk If We Won’t Listen from 2014-11-07T11:27
A look back at last year's Halloween episode, and what can happen when we're too concerned with being right.
The End is Just the Beginning from 2014-10-24T14:18
What the St. Nicholas Ground Blessing can teach us about God's triumph over death.
Why You Need a Prayer Rope from 2014-10-17T11:44
What a prayer rope is, and how it can help us.
#BeTheBeeFanArt Contest! from 2014-10-11T11:21
#RebuildStNicholas from 2014-09-13T13:41
On September 11, an Orthodox church was destroyed under the collapsing Twin Towers. What can its rebuilding teach us about being the bee?
Three Things You Need to Know About the Bible from 2014-08-29T08:53
How do Christ and the Church teach us to read the Bible? Here are three things you need to know!
Not Just Mustard Seeds from 2014-08-23T09:49
Christ tells us that faith like a mustard seed is enough to move mountains. But how can something so small do something so huge?
Transfiguration and Transformation from 2014-08-10T21:33
What can the Transfiguration teach us about being the bee?
God’s Mother, Our Mother from 2014-08-01T10:40
Who is the Theotokos, and why is she so important?
There’s No “Me” in “Bee” (#GOAClergyLaity) from 2014-07-16T11:00
Coming together with amazing Orthodox Christians from across the country is a powerful reminder that there's no "me" in "bee."
The King’s Stewards from 2014-07-10T14:58
God has appointed us all to be stewards in His Kingdom. What does that mean for our lives?
What is Sin? from 2014-06-29T07:13
People have a lot of ideas about sin. What does the Orthodox Church say?
What Sports Can Teach Us from 2014-06-24T15:55
What can sports teach us about being Christians? What have sports taught you?
Confession from 2014-06-13T10:42
We're answering another viewer question. Why is the Sacrament of Confession so important?
Apostolic Pilgrimage (Disagreement and Dialogue) from 2014-05-30T09:45
Why was the meeting between Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew so important? We're looking at Catholic-Orthodox history in this week's Be the Bee!
Women in the Church from 2014-05-16T15:48
Women have been important saints and leaders in the Church from the very beginning!
Overcoming Laziness from 2014-05-09T08:32
We're answering one of your questions, about how we can overcome laziness. How can changing our perspective help?
Faith and Doubt from 2014-05-02T08:14
We all struggle with doubt sometimes. Is that a problem, or something that can help our faith?
Christ is Risen! from 2014-04-25T10:42
Christ is Risen! What does that mean for the rest of us?
A True Human Being from 2014-04-18T12:26
Who is the first human being? The answer may surprise you!
The Beauty of the Cross from 2014-04-11T17:19
The Cross was an instrument of death. How did it become an instrument of life? And what can that teach us about being the bee?
Time to Repent from 2014-04-04T18:11
We've all stumbled during Lent. St. Mary of Egypt shows us that it's not too late to get back up again.
An Invitation to Give from 2014-03-31T15:51
Fasting can fatten up our wallets. What should we do with that extra money? And how else can we give?
The Discipline of Fasting from 2014-03-22T15:43
Sometimes we talk about "giving up" something for Lent. Is the Church asking us to give up what we want or inviting us to build the discipline we need to make the right choices?
Fasting from More than Food from 2014-03-14T15:20
When fasting, we focus on what goes into our mouths, what we eat. But what about what comes out of our mouths, what we say?
Forgiveness First from 2014-03-07T16:46
Before we start fasting during Great Lent, we start forgiving. Why do we ask forgiveness from everyone, even people we may not know?
What About Our Bodies? from 2014-02-28T17:24
We talk a lot about our souls. But what about our bodies? Are they important? Are they saved?
What Do You Share? from 2014-02-21T15:46
We share things that are important to us. Do we ever share God with our family and friends?
Being a Servant from 2014-02-14T21:18
What does it mean to be a servant of God? How do we serve?
Overflowing With God’s Love from 2014-02-07T20:30
This week we're answering another of your questions! What should we do when we try showing love to people and don't get anything positive in return?
Everyday Martyrs from 2014-01-31T15:29
This week we're answering another of your questions! What should we do when people make us feel ashamed or awkward for being Christians?
Conquering Our Thoughts from 2014-01-24T16:50
This week we answer one of your questions! How do we control our thoughts and deal with the temptations we face everyday?
Running Out of Gas from 2014-01-16T16:28
If we don't keep our car's gas tank full, it will stall. Do we keep our spiritual gas tanks full?
Holy Water for the Whole World from 2014-01-10T14:05
Sometimes we divide the world into things that concern God and things that don't. What can holy water teach us about that?
New Year’s Resolutions from 2014-01-02T17:03
Most people don't keep their new year's resolutions. Is it because we're too busy trying to do more rather than be more?
The Wonder of Christmas from 2013-12-26T17:54
The universe is full of wonderful things. But perhaps nothing is more wonderful that Christmas, when God became man!
Christmas Gift-Giving from 2013-12-20T15:14
Why is gift-giving such an important part of Christmas? What does it have to do with our lives as Christians?
Sharing the Church from 2013-12-13T16:28
When a new presbyter is ordained, he's told to "guard the Church." Does he do that by building walls around it? Or by sharing it with the world?
Called to Be Saints from 2013-12-06T18:43
Elder Porphyrios has been recognized as a saint! Are the rest of us called to be saints, too?
Thankful for the Resurrection from 2013-11-29T16:52
When blessings are temporary, sadness follows thankfulness. But does God want our blessings to be so short-lived?
Fasting (And Feasting) With Thanks from 2013-11-22T03:03
Why do we fast? What can that teach us about food?
Defeating Darkness from 2013-11-14T20:59
Do we overcome the darkness by fighting against it? Or is there an easier way?
Hidden Behind Labels from 2013-11-08T02:57
Does labeling people help us understand them better, or does it hide the God-given beauty within us all?
Who’s Afraid of Halloween? from 2013-10-31T19:54
Christians don't need to be afraid of Halloween. We can celebrate it as a day for fun, friends, and family, and use it as a chance to grow closer to God and each other.
Praying in the Moment from 2013-10-24T20:53
Prayer doesn't need to be about hours, or even minutes. It's about the moments throughout the day that we spend with God.
Prayer and Joy! from 2013-10-10T22:50
Prayer isn't a numbers game, it's about experiencing Christ's joy!
Broken Clocks and Judgment from 2013-09-26T21:37
Do we sometimes focus on what's wrong with people, instead of what's right about them?
Be the Bee Intro from 2013-09-19T21:44
Be the bee. Focus on the beauty that God has put in everyone and everything.
For more on the bee metaphor, see St. Basil's Address to Young Men on Greek Literature and Advice from Elder Paisios.