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.
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 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: 30 - Answering YOUR Questions! (Feat. Faeli Heise)
Greetings everyone! We have a very special episode for you all this week. Firstly, we are answering the question YOU all sent in! And secondly, we are joined by the past host of the podcast, Faeli Heise! It's a blast of an episode, answering questions such as what are some of the favorite foods of the boys, how to become an intern, and what our favorite shirt is! So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!
Where to find & support Faeli: https://www.facebook.com/faelifaraway & https://bit.ly/3DUuCdE
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: 18 - Father Christian Siskos
Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of service work.
In episode 18 of Stories of Hope, we speak with Fr. Christian Siskos, a good friend of Project Mexico. Fr. Christian shares what it means to be an "at home" missionary and his thoughts on the priesthood. Prepare yourself for a thoughtful, spiritually enriching conversation. An immense thank you to Fr. Christian for his time!
Fr. Christian has his very own podcast, "Hidden Lives" where he interviews Orthodox Christians of varying professions. Check it out here.
Episode: 16 - Father Nicholas Andruchow (Part 2)
Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.
Today on Stories of Hope, we bring you the second installment of our interview with Father Nicholas Andruchow, Project Mexico's on-site priest and spiritual director.
Father Nicholas shares about his long history with Project Mexico, raising a family on St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic storyteller!
Father Nicholas shares stories from his long history with Project Mexico, what it's like raising a family at St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective serving as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years.. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic storyteller!
Check out part 2 of our interview with Father Nick.
Find out more about Project Mexico at www.projectmexico.org
ANNOUNCEMENT: we’re preparing for a special Q&A episode! Send in your podcast, Project Mexico, and wildcard questions to our podcast email: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
Episode: 15 - Father Nicholas Andruchow (Part 1)
Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.
In the return of Stories of Hope, we bring you a two-parter episode with a long awaited guest: the man you all know and love and maybe slightly fear, Father Nicholas Andruchow (or simply known as “Padre”).
Father Nicholas shares stories from his long history with Project Mexico, what it's like raising a family at St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective serving as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years.. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic story teller!
Check back for part 2 of our interview with Father Nick.
Find out more about Project Mexico at www.projectmexico.org
ANNOUNCEMENT: we’re preparing for a special Q&A episode! Send in your podcast, Project Mexico, and wildcard questions to our podcast email: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com
Episode: 4 - Alejandro Zendejas
In this episode, we talk with Alejandro Zendejas, one of the boys that has lived and grown up on the orphanage since he was 5 years old. We talk about how his life was growing up in an Orthodox Orphanage setting, his passion for the church, and what he plans on doing in the future of his life.
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