Family Matters

Fr Alex Goussetis offers a brief reflection on the impact of the coronavirus, including practical suggestions for families to consider.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Presvytera Melanie DiStefano on practical ways that parishes can minister to special needs families.

Fr Alex Goussetis offers suggestions for families who wish to integrate the practice of fasting in their lenten journey.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Licensed Social Worker Christy Buck on issues and parental resources related to bullying.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr Sarah Crabtree, a marriage and family therapist, who works with couples in which one or both spouses is considering divorce.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr Carrie Frederick Frost on her newly published book Maternal Body. She highlights the Orthodox sources of motherhood found in icons, feasts, and prayers of the Church.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr George Stavros on a unique ministry with his high school students - learning about and chanting the Holy Thursday service of Holy Week.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with wrestling coach Brian Krenzelak on the blessings and challenges of youth sports, especially their impact on family life.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Earl Cantos, Youth Compliance Officer of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, on how the Church family can prevent child abuse.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Stellanie Butcher on the logistical, emotional, and unexpected aspects of the adoption of children.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Melissa Tsongranis about the national conference being held in January 2020 in Houston, Texas for clergy, lay workers, therapists and all who are interested in strengthening their marriage relationship.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with social worker Daniel Belonick about the physical, emotional, and spiritual impact on patients and family members.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Kosta Petrogeorge, a marriage and family therapist who offers practical suggestions and narratives for improving family life.

Fr Alex Goussetis highlights the beautiful service offered during the Dormition fast period (August 1-14), and how families can benefit both at home and at Church.

Fr. Alex Goussetis is seeking the opinions of listeners on past episodes and future programming.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Tom Tsagalakis, pastor of Holy Apostle's Greek Orthodox Church in Shoreline, WA. Fr. Tom shares his personal story as a parish priest as well as the various ministries that have been developed in his community.

Fr Alex Goussetis offers a narrative of clergy family life, helping parishioners to appreciate the unique lives of those who minister, love, and care for us.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Aaron Warwick, pastor of St Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church in Wichita, KS, who outlines materials from MarriageBuilders.com on strengthening the marital relationship.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Aaron Warwick, pastor of St Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church in Wichita, KS, who outlines materials from MarriageBuilders.com on strengthening the marital relationship.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with clinical psychologist Dr. Randa Anderson on how we are entranced, even addicted, by various forms of technology and how we can change our tech habits.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Aaron Warwick on a marriage enrichment program titled Dynamic Marriage, a course that helps to inform and strengthen the marriage relationship.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr. Ann Bezzerides, who serves as Director of the Office of Vocation & Ministry at Hellenic College Holy Cross, on faith development of our youth and young adults.

Fr. Alex Goussetis talks with Steve Christoforou, well known leader in youth ministry, about how to better minister to youth and families in the Church.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr Randa Anderson about building upon the pillars of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving during the lenten season. Specific and practical suggestions for families are offered for consideration.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Presvytera Kerry Pappas regarding practical steps on nurturing our marriage relationship.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Elissa Bjeletich on practical steps for guiding our families through the holy season of Great Lent

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Mari McMullen on the blessings of integrating the liturgical hymns of our faith into our homes and with our families.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr. Georgette Constantinou on the physical, emotional, and spiritual impact of screen usage (phone, laptop, game monitor, etc.) on all members of the family.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Angela Kusturiss on issues relating to separation and divorce and the overall impact on couples, children, and family members.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Paul and Cindy Karos on helping parents to work together on prioritizing the goals of leading (and keeping) their children focused on Christ.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr Leonard Herrem, a trained marriage and family therapist, on a framework for maintaining a healthy marriage relationship.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Dr. Ary Christofidis about the reasons why people suffer from anxiety during the holidays, and resources to help us enjoy the Thanksgiving & Christmas season.

Fr. Alex Goussetis offers a reflection on the chapter on family life from the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives by Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Jonathan Metasophia on young adult perspectives of the Church. Jonathan is an adjunct instructor at Hellenic College where he teaches a two-semester contextual education course called Community Engagement.

Fr. Alex Goussetis offers a book review and commentary on Living With the Monks: What Turning Off My Phone Taught Me About Happiness, Gratitude, & Focus, authored by entrepreneur Jesse Itzler.

Fr. Alex Goussetis interviews Fr. Demetrios and Presvytera Shelly Tsikouris on the daily practice and experience of homeschooling and its impact on family life.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Fr. Noah Bushelli, Director of Homeschooling for the Antiochian Archdiocese, on the many resources available to assist and support families that homeschool their children.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Dorrie Papademetriou on how art and literature, including the beauty of icons, can shape the physical, emotional, and spiritual lives of our children.

Fr Alex Goussetis draws upon examples in Scripture, specifically the methods of communication modeled by Jesus Christ, to improve our style of communication with family members.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Rev. Dr. Nicholas Verdaris on the role that the parish priest, the parish community, and the families involved each play in ministering to those in inter-Christian marriages.

Fr. Alex Goussetis talks with Dr Carrie Frederick Frost on liturgical, theological, and practical perspectives of the role of motherhood in the Church.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Dr. Ary Christofidis on the common conflicts between couples and in-laws and the importance of establishing/developing healthy boundaries.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Jamil Samara, Director of the Department of Internet Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, on the potential dangers, safeguards, and blessings of internet use for families.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with His Grace Bishop John Abdalah on his recent book publication, titled Building an Orthodox Marriage. This resource is a helpful tool for both those preparing for marriage or those already on the journey.

Fr. Alex Goussetis speaks with Presvytera Julie Honeycutt, a licensed professional counselor, on the implications of conflict and means of resolving interpersonal disagreements.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Chris Shadid on the blessings for families attending family camp at Antiochian Village, including an overview of the weekend activities.

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Mental Health Counselor Anastasia Leondis on the common sources of stress and anxiety in our everyday lives, and strategies to address these issues.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Matushka Jennifer Haddad Mosher on what the early Christian community came to believe about children in light of the ministry of Jesus Christ and the impact on Church life and practice today. Her article that is referenced in the interview is titled, "Then and Now: Early Christianity’s Radical Reshaping of Childhood."

Fr Alex Goussetis speaks with Melanie Pappas on a perspective of single people (unmarried, divorced, widows) in the Church - blessings, challenges, and opportunities.

Fr Alex Goussetis interviews Rev. Dr. Tony Vrame, Director of the Department of Religious Education of the GOA, on what families can do to retain this generation of children in the Church and convey the faith and practice of Orthodoxy for future generations.