Episode 44: Father Demetrios Swanson "Sacraments"
Stories of Hope Season 4, Episode 3
Join Fr. Demetrios Swanson as he leads us through a new series on the sacraments. We begin with baptism, as it is the first Sacrament that Orthodox Chrisitan's participate in. He talks about the foundation of baptism and what it means to the Faith, as well as discusses the ways we live out this sacrament in everyday life.
In this podcast he will reference a couple resources which will be linked below.
Icon of the Baptism of Our Lord
The Orthodox Faith, Worship, and Life
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If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 43: Zannos Grekos
Stories of Hope Season 4, Episode 3
Join host Julia Kasten and guest Zannos Grekos as they discuss Zanno's life before the ranch. As well as reflecting on religion in a college setting and how it translates to people's everyday lives. Zannos is a counselor at the Orphanage and is deeply involved in helping develop functional life skills for the boys at the ranch.
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If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 42: Shannon Todd
Episode 42: Shannon Todd
Join host Julia Kasten as she talks with longtime Project Mexico Religious Education Coordinator, Shannon Todd. Shannon entered the Orthodox church along with her family in 1997. She participated in various spiritual formation and fellowship programs including youth camps, CrossRoad, OCF and young adult gatherings. She also has served as an OCMC Ambassador, Sunday school teacher and choir member for many years. Throughout her life, she was encouraged to draw closer to Christ through these programs while the friends and mentors she met within the Church always helped her stay connected, confirming the Orthodox faith for her.
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 41: Alejandro Zendejas
Episode 41: Alejandro Zendejas
This week we welcome St Innocent and Holy Cross Alumni, Alejandro Zendejas along with our new Stories of Hope host, Julia Kasten! Join us as we discuss how Alejandro grew up at St Innocent and his relationship with the Orthodox faith to this ministry and his plans to give back!
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Season 4 Episode 40: Boone Jenkins
Episode 40 of Stories of Hope: Boone Jenkins
Greetings everyone! This week we welcome 2024's incoming Work Trip Coordinator, Boone Jenkins along with our new Stories of Hope host, Julia Kasten! Join us as we discuss how Boone came to this ministry and his plans for next summer's homebuilding season!
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 39: FOrCE Special Series with Faeli Heise on the Pursuit of Virtue
Episode 39 of Stories of Hope: FOrCE Speaker Series
Join us for the first of our ongoing Webinar Series The FOrCE (Forming Orthodox Christian Evangelists,) a collaboration with Hellenic College Holy Cross. Faeli Kathryn Heise is currently enrolled at Hellenic College Holy Cross, pursuing a BA in Literature & History and a minor in Childhood Education. Before this, she spent two years at St. Innocent Orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico while simultaneously enrolled in an associate’s degree program. She is a graduate and previous intern of St. Raphael School under Rev. Dr. Porphyrios (James) Taylor, of blessed memory.
TOPIC: The “Pursuit of Virtue” on the nature and value of Orthodox education.
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 38: FOrCE Special Series with Pres. Merilynn Andruchow Spiritual Warfare
Episode 38 of Stories of Hope: FOrCE Speaker Series
Join us for the first of our ongoing Webinar Series The FOrCE (Forming Orthodox Christian Evangelists,) a collaboration with Hellenic College Holy Cross. In this episode, Pres. Merilynn Andruchow, a Graduate of Holy Cross School of Theology, and a Missionary of 10+ years at Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage discusses her time at HCHC and spiritual warfare.
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 37: Padre Alejandro & Presbytera Katerina Sosa PART 2
Join host, Faeli Heise for episode 37 of Stories of Hope
We conclude our conversation with Padre and Presbytera Sosa with a more in-depth discussion about various outreach and ministry pursuits of the St. Innocent community and the need for a place of community worship outside the orphanage. Additionally, Padre and Presbytera reflect on the joys of being connected to the orphanage and the great St. Innocent community. In closing, they give us a call to action and reiterate the need for support: time, finances, talents, and prayer, to support the global work of the Orthodox Church.
Online Outreach of St. Innocent Church: https://tijuanaortodoxos.com
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 36: Padre Alejandro & Presbytera Katerina Sosa PART 1
Join host, Faeli Heise for episode 36 of Stories of Hope
Welcome, everyone, to our latest episode! Today on Stories of Hope, we have two special guests who have been long overdue for their chance to share their stories with you. Padre Alejandro Sosa and his wife Presbytera Katerina (Carmen) are integral members of the St. Innocent Community and Orthodoxy in Mexico as a whole. In this episode, the first of two parts, we'll hear about their conversion to Orthodoxy and what it means to be the part of such a small religious minority--tending to one of only three Orthodox churchs in Mexico.
Online Outreach of St. Innocent Church: https://tijuanaortodoxos.com
Project Mexico's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 35: Nathan Liu - Project Mexico Intern 2022
Join host, Faeli Heise for episode 35 of Stories of Hope and a very special conversation with homebuilding 2022 intern, Nathan Liu. Are you thinking of applying for the Project Mexico internship? Listen to Nathan's thoughtful and insightful reflections from his experience this past summer for some inspiration!
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If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 34: Sophia and Deacon Demetrios Swanson Part 2
Welcome back, everyone! Today, Faeli brings you the second installment of a very special two-part conversation with Deacon Demetrios and Sophia Swanson. The pair have recently relocated to St. Innocent Ranch to serve the Orphanage and the Orthodox Church in Northern Mexico. In this first part of our conversation, we learn how they made the decision to return to the Ranch and about Deacon Demetrios' ordination to the diaconate. We hope you enjoy it!
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Register for Homebuilding 2023
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 33: Sophia and Deacon Demetrios Swanson
Welcome back, everyone! Today, Faeli brings you the first of a very special two-part conversation with Deacon Demetrios and Sophia Swanson. The pair have recently relocated to St. Innocent Ranch to serve the Orphanage and the Orthodox Church in Northern Mexico. In this first part of our conversation, we learn how they made the decision to return to the Ranch and about Deacon Demetrios' ordination to the diaconate. We hope you enjoy!
Support The Swansons
Register for Homebuilding 2023
Full linktree: https://linktr.ee/projectmexico
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Episode 32: Father Luke Veronis
Stories of Hope with Father Luke Veronis
Greetings, everyone! We invite you to join Faeli and this week's guest, Fr. Luke Veronis, for another Summer 2022 episode special. Fr. Luke shares his personal perspective on the impact Project Mexico has had on his parish, why he brings groups down every single year, and what made this homebuilding week particularly special. We hope you enjoy!
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Sign up for homebuilding and internships at: www.projectmexico.org
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
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Episode 31: Father Jacob Saylor
Stories of Hope Episode 31 with Father Jacob Saylor
Welcome back to Stories of Hope. Join Faeli Heise, one our co-hosts for a series of episodes revolving around Summer 2022. We start off with a very special conversation with the wonderful Fr. Jacob Saylor of Holy Assumption of Phoenix, Arizona and a guest appearance by Fr. Pete Sotiras of Stockton, California! We hope you enjoy the beautiful reflection that they have to share on Project Mexico's "comeback summer" post-covid and what it meant to them to return for another homebuilding trip.
Episode: 13 - Charlie Boardman
Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.
In this episode, we speak with Charlie Boardman about his time at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, what called him to be an intern for 4 years, what his life was like after that, and how he is still involved in the orphanage today.
If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
Episode: 12 - Ginny Alex
Middle: Ginny Alex
Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.
Episode 12
In this episode, we talk with Ginny Alex about her time at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, the leap of faith it took to come down, and how she has never regretted it. Join us as we discuss what her summer plans/mission at the orphanage, how you can help even if you are not down there, and how Luke really wants a giant water gun. So put on some headphones and join us as we soothe your ears with podcast goodness.
Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org
If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
Episode: 11 - Faith Gunderson
In this episode of the podcast, we talk with Faith Gunderson about her time living on the orphanage, how she made the quick jump from visitor to long-term volunteer, and how that changed her life. Join us as we discuss her time working on the porcina, being in charge of the tiendita, and all the fun and challenges those things to bring. So sit back, relax, and enjoy all the fun hijinx that ensues in this new exciting episode.
Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org
If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610
Instagram: @projectmexicosio
Episode: 10 - Anna Cunningham
Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of service work.
Episode 10
In this episode, we talk with Anna Cunningham about her time at Project Mexico, and all the hats she wears while serving in Mexico. Join us as we discuss the importance of meeting new people, having new experiences, and how this can help you in all aspects of your life. So throw on some headphones, grab a refreshment, and enjoy yourself as we walk through another episode of Stories of Hope.
Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org
If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
Episode: 6 - Alexander Eliades
Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.
Episode 6
In this episode, we talk with Alexander Eliades about his experience at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, and how it was not at first what he expected, but by the end he was absolutely in love with the place. We also discuss some funny stories, which snacks are better in Mexico or in the USA, and how Alex found the love of his life while at Project Mexico. Listen in for a great episode!