In a world that often celebrates independence, the Orthodox Church reminds us that salvation is communal—we are saved together.

In this heartfelt episode, Kyra and Anna talk about the beauty and importance of women’s community in the life of faith. Drawing from Scripture, the lives of the saints, and their own experiences, they explore how spiritual sisterhood helps us grow in humility, encouragement, and love. From the Myrrh-Bearing Women to modern parish life, this conversation is a call to build deeper, Christ-centered relationships that nourish the soul.

✨ “Let us love one another, that with one mind we may confess—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.”

In a world that often celebrates independence, the Orthodox Church reminds us that salvation is communal—we are saved together.In this heartfelt episode, Kyra and Anna talk about the beauty and importance of women’s community in the life of faith. Drawing from Scripture, the lives of the saints, and their own experiences, they explore how spiritual sisterhood helps us grow in humility, encouragement, and love. From the Myrrh-Bearing Women to modern parish life, this conversation is a call to build deeper, Christ-centered relationships that nourish the soul.

✨ “Let us love one another, that with one mind we may confess—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.”

Learn more about the Orthodox Faith: https://www.orthodoxintro.org/

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Orthodox Mothers Blessing: https://www.asceticlifeofmotherhood.com/blog/orthodoxmothersblessing

6 Steps to Creating a Christian Blessingway: https://www.thesanctifiedwomb.com/blog/christian-blessingway

Songs of Praise: A Psalter Devotional for Orthodox Women: https://store.ancientfaith.com/songs-of-praise-a-psalter-devotional-for-orthodox-women/

Psalter Groups: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCw2VM7kECc&t=100s

MomCo: https://www.themom.co/home

Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit—but how do we care for them in a way that truly honors God? In this episode, Kyra and Anna talk about the importance of exercise and movement in Orthodox life, exploring how physical discipline can strengthen spiritual discipline. They also address the growing popularity of yoga, explaining why its spiritual roots conflict with Orthodox teaching and how to find Christ-centered alternatives for mind and body wellness.

Yoga: An Orthodox Christian Examination: https://www.youtube.com/live/SLHuvdMIg8k?si=cWnCM7THMUe6MxyYYoga vs. Stretching: As an Orthodox Christian: https://youtube.com/shorts/kGFKjErXa-I?si=SawGrTS9rJEohh5fDoes Yoga Lead to Salvation: https://youtube.com/shorts/a7V-0DBzU2c?si=QRQa_FN1ewksjGZCDoes Yoga Bring True Joy?:https://youtube.com/shorts/dT4l8jutq18?si=i81BZ8COzla33TEU

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Fear and anxiety can feel overwhelming — but Christ meets us in our deepest storms with the same words He spoke to the wind and waves: “Peace, be still.”

In this tender and encouraging episode, Kyra and Anna talk openly about the struggles so many of us face with fear, worry, and anxious thoughts. Through Scripture, the lives of the saints, and the wisdom of the Church Fathers, they explore how Christ brings calm to the heart, how prayer anchors us in truth, and how peace grows slowly through trust and surrender.

If you’re longing for comfort, strength, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone, this episode invites you to lay your fears before Christ — the One who calms every storm.

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How do we begin to heal a wounded soul? In this heartfelt episode, Kyra and Anna dive into the Orthodox understanding of forgiveness and repentance—not as guilt or shame, but as a path toward healing and freedom. Drawing from Scripture and the wisdom of the Church Fathers, they explore how repentance is less about punishment and more about returning home to God. Through honest conversation, they reflect on how forgiveness transforms our hearts, mends relationships, and opens us to grace. Whether you’re struggling to forgive others, or yourself, this episode is a gentle reminder that Christ’s mercy is endless, and healing begins with one step toward Him.✨ “A broken and contrite heart, O God, You will not despise.” — Psalm 51:17To learn more about the Orthodox Faith, please visit https://www.orthodoxintro.org/.To find an Orthodox Church nearest you, please visit http://emblyofbishops.org/directories/parishes/

In this episode, Kyra and Anna talk about the love-hate relationship we all have with social media. They explore how to stay mindful, humble, and authentic online—without losing the peace Orthodoxy calls us to cultivate in real life.

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Kyra and Anna keep it honest about the struggles and joys of navigating modesty as Orthodox women. From church expectations to personal style, they dive into how faith, fashion, and identity all intersect.For more information on Orthodox Christianity, please visit https://www.orthodoxintro.org/.To find an Orthodox Church near you, please visit https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/directories/parishes/.

Two women, two childhoods shaped by incense, icons, and midnight liturgies. In this podcast episode, we share stories of what it was like to grow up Orthodox Christian—the beauty, the challenges, the traditions, and the questions that shaped us. We explore how Orthodoxy influenced our families, our friendships, and our sense of identity. Whether you’re Orthodox yourself, grew up in another faith, or are simply curious, join us as we laugh, reflect, and unpack what it means to carry these traditions into our lives today.To learn more about the Orthodox Faith: https://www.orthodoxintro.org/To find an Orthodox Church near you: https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/directories/parishes/