The New Media Lent is Just Beginning

Next Step #94: Using the New Media to bring the message of God's Kingdom to the world. End of Lent reflections about the Ministry – the Lenten Journey podcasts and the ability to create virtual communities of God. Fr. Vazken discusses the thought process in creating the vision for the “epostle’s net.” Networking with the Samaritan Group (after health care debate). An overview of Holy Week in the Armenian Orthodox Church.
Ani's Bubbles: "Matter of Perspective";
Song: "Gakavik" by Datevik;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for ePostle.net

Menu for the Second Coming

Next Step #93: A very "Meaty" podcast for the Lenten Season. Exploring the Second Coming of Christ - the Armodoxy way! A clip from the televangelist's infomercial will make you believe you’ve tuned in to Saturday Night Live. But don’t despair – there is hope on the horizon – not for $39.95, not even for two payments of $19.95. More on Women in the Church as a listener shares her frustration and Fr. Vazken calls for a serious look at participation in the Armenian Church.
Links:  
Janine’s Blog: http://dailyexegesis.blogspot.com
Conference on Women: http://bellarmine.lmu.edu/ecumenical/hes2010.htm
Song: "Day" by Gor Mkhitarian – Order “Spirit” at www.inhisshoes.org
Bubbles by Ani: "Jesus' visit";
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

From Women to Reformation

Next Step #92: Beyond women in the church, here's a look at the possibility of reform, through protest. The story of Seta Simonian - first woman acolyte of the Orthodox Church in America. The World Vision workers martyred in Pakistan are remembered. Letters from listeners and a "Letter to Hitler" all part of this mix. A call to action and reformation dominates the ending.
Song: "Change" by Tracy Chapman;
Bubbles by Ani: "Brothers";
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Escape to the Desert, but not from Life

Next Step #91: On Location at the Nevada/Arizona boarder - this message comes from the desert where God has painted the rocks with His artistic style. Drugs, alcohol, the desert and even religion (ala Marx) is escapism, but Jesus approaches the topic via an unusual parable, that of the “Dishonest Steward.” Views of the Grand Canyon and our digital lifestyle gives way to thoughts about immortality – not to be excluded by Sirac (have you heard of this book?). The Chilean earthquake knocks Earth (not Robertson) off of its axis. A visit to the St. Jude Ranch for Children and the groundwork for Fr. Vazken’s vision/dream for unwed mothers and children of domestic violence. Isn’t half of 40 = 20? An explanation for “Michink” – why Wednesday and not Saturday? Pray for us, St. Thaddeus.
Music: "Breeze" by Sonya Varoujian;
Bubbles by Ani "Lunch with God;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Heart Prints

Next Step #90: Has anyone ever tried Christianity? Karl Marx's challenge is applied to Christianity. Can the Prodigal answer that challenge? Answers to the questions concerning the Vazkenian Seminary - Find out where and who these people are. Fr. Vazken opens a candid view of the priest during the Lenten season – what are some of his challenges? And a surprise message from the 1200th Century – in St. Nersess Shnorahali’s Ninth Hour of the Havadov Khosdovanim. Finally – the evolution toward the “Next” step. An invitation to join in the Famine Kickoff (epostle.net/broadcast.html)
Music: Datevig "Antzrev Yegav"
Ani's Bubbles: "Heart Prints"
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Expelling the Fairy Tale of Expulsion

Next Step #89: The causes of sin and usurping God's power: A different look at Expulsion Sunday. Check out the warning label on some of your OT stories: Religion is not for children. Fairy tales make for good camera, but can scare the kids (and us) to the point of no return. Returning to paradise is a goal beyond the stories. Comments on the expansion of Epostle.net with the NEW DAILY PODCAST: A Lenten Journey. WALKING IN THE SHOES of the people of Darfur and unveiling of this year’s April 24 outreach program.
Music: "Atoms in Motion" by Armen Donelian;
Bubbles by Ani: "Gardening";
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Look Out 2012, It’s 2010!

Next Step #88: Bring it all together BEFORE Lent, in PREPARATION of Lent, to GET THROUGH Lent. We go pre-Mayan Calendar and find the tools for life: Looking at Valentine and Vartanantz, Ghevont, Poon Paregentan, Fat Sunday, Diaruntarach, Candlemas, Easter and even Chinese New Year - this is the year that it all comes together. Don't delay 'til 2012 to get in on the fun today!
Lenten Resources: Your Lenten Experience; Let's Give it up for Lent;
Song: Ghapama by Zulal;
Ani's Bubbles: The Attacking Butterfly;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for ePostle.net