The Leontian movement and the martyrdom of Armenian clergy in Persia. The daily guidance of the community of the faithful and people by the clergy. The biblical understanding of the word “priest” and the mystery of priesthood. The priestly vocation, selection, and the authority given by ordination. Christ as the “eternal high priest” (Heb. 5:10).

• Speaker: Fr. Zakaria Ananyan
• Host: Deacon Vardan Aslanyan

The broadcast is dedicated to the English novelist, playwright, essayist Arnold Bennett. His realistic prose was demonstrated particularly well in his novel "The Old Wives' Tale." He managed to depict masterfully the human drama and unrealized dreams, and to inform everyday reality. This novel, which is about the irreversible motion of life and time, caused conflicting opinions among writers and literary critics…

The Day in the Liturgical Calendar

Tit. 1:12-2:10, Jn. 8:12-20

Readings From the Church Fathers

St. Gregory of Tathev, Homily on Wisdom on the Occasion of the Feast of Holy Leontians and Atomians

Teachings from the apostle to strengthen human relationships. Ordination of a priest. Service is an important characteristic in a Christian's life. Worldliness and godliness are in a deep opposition.

• Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian

This episode presents the structure of Haydn's "The Seven Last Words of Our Savior on the Cross" and draws parallels between the works of the same name by composers of different times.