Finding the Better Jesus

Next Step #155: Three statements about God:  From Harold Camping's destructive news of world’s end (5/21/2011), to Serj Tankian's criticism of organized religion (PTL/PTA) to Oprah's “Team” (and Jesus), Fr. Vazken explores the understanding of God and the Kingdom of Heaven in the context of Armenian Orthodoxy. Some comments after a pilgrimage to Yettem = Paradise is Heaven on Earth. No need to wait for future times - imagine Jesus as the LOVE equivalent today! Reject the absurdity of what is being taught.
Music "Takvor Gopke" by Inga & Anush; http://www.ingaanush.am/
Ani's Bubble - "Does it Matter?"
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Moving Mountains before the End of Time

Next Step #154: The “healing” Gospel of the Armenian Church: Mark 11 is explored in the context of the rites of the Armenian Orthodox Church. (Explained: Mashdotz/Mayr & Hayr Mashdotz) Jesus gives a lesson of mind over matter and the ability to shift off of the physical plane. Mother Teresa is there to follow: “I know God will not give me anything I cannot handle. I just wish He didn’t trust me this much.” End of World predictions for this Saturday, May 21, are you (getting) prepared? Jehovah’s Witness beat Armenian Priest: http://hetq.am/eng/news/1252/
Letter from Eh Wear: www.ehwear.org
Music by John Bilezikjian "Medax Tashginag" 
Ani's Bubble – Positive Attitude.
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Tying Up Water and Other Excuses

Next Step #153: Christianity beyond the names; Fr. Vazken explores the excuses for covering our guilt as Christians as he looks at the Fast for Darfur; it’s implications and strength in commemorating atrocities. Picking on homosexuality: what Christians must remember before picking up the stone. Balancing good actions with humility. Watch out for Lucy in the Sky! Part 2 of Armodoxy - unravelling the central message of Resurrection. Story from Naseredin Hodja: http://armodoxy.blogspot.com/2011/05/are-you-tying-water-with-that-rope.html
Music "Tzidzernag" by Arax from the “Crossing” album: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/arax2
Ani's Bubble – “Three Races”
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Doubts From The Desert Floor

Next Step #152: From the desert floor broadcasting the message of Armodoxy. Part 1 of an exploration and unraveling of the Armenian Orthodox faith – what is the message under the institution. Will & Kate, Osama’s capture start a discussion of ethics and morals that will continue. Thomas doubted but also got an answer. This is a special edition which starts off a series of Questions in Faith.
Music: “Have a Little Heart” by Melineh Kurdian
Ani’s Bubbles: Sense of a Goose
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