Spiritual Discussions (archive)

Spiritual Discussions (archive)

An investigation into central fundamental issues such as the meaning of life, our calling, the search for truth, the choice of the spiritual way. Additionally, we investigate other themes, such as dogmatic purity and the recognition of one’s own tradition. All these and more are discussed by the participants of Spiritual Discussions.
What are the Church’s responses to these challenging questions? What is the relationship between the spiritual and material aspects of life? Is it possible to reach perfection in this life? How does one carry out the commandments of Christianity? What should be our attitude towards various sects? How should we protect our children and ourselves from “spiritual deformations”? Thorough responses and discussions to these questions and other important issues will be heard in Spiritual Discussions.

Holy Trinity
24/10/2023

Holy Trinity

The doctrine of the Holy Trinity. The way of human salvation. Christianity as a philosophical system. The Church as the continuous presence of the Holy Spirit. The revelations of the Holy Trinity in the Bible.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Resurrection of the Dead
19/10/2023

Resurrection of the Dead

The eschatological future of humanity. Resurrection of the dead as a feature of the Christian faith. Spiritual and physical death. The miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ as victory over death.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Loneliness
12/10/2023

Loneliness

Christian explanation of loneliness. External and internal isolation. How to overcome the feeling of loneliness.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Apostolicity
08/10/2023

Apostolicity

What is apostolicity? Importance of the apostolic ordination. Apostles as the foundation of the Church. The relation of Armenian identity to the apostolic faith.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Patience
03/10/2023

Patience

Christian understanding of patience. Sectarianism and its relation to impatience. The positive results of patience. Similarities and differences between patience and meekness. Patience as a path to the realization of virtue.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Peace
21/09/2023

Peace

Peace as a key theme in spiritual life. The riotous nature of evil. Secular and Christian perceptions of peace. Interrelation of love and peace.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Drinks and Drunkenness
19/09/2023

Drinks and Drunkenness

The positive and negative references of the Holy Scripture about drinks. Wine as a symbol in the Old and New Testaments. How to get rid of drunkenness?

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

Holiness
14/09/2023

Holiness

The meaning of the word “holiness.” God as the source of holiness. The meaning and purpose of human existence?  The role and significance of the intercession of the saints. Manifestations of holiness.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

Godliness and Fanaticism
07/09/2023

Godliness and Fanaticism

Theoretical and practical faith. Christian asceticism. Manifestations of fanaticism, its causes and consequences. How to overcome fanaticism?

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Faith and Believers
05/09/2023

Faith and Believers

Meaning of the word “faith.” Explanation of faith according to the Holy Bible. Faith as a relationship with God. The process of the knowledge of faith. Faith as a communion with realities of eternal life. The phenomenon of disbelief.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Family and Child Upbringing (Part II)
31/08/2023

Family and Child Upbringing (Part II)

Negative effects of family problems on children. What are the consequences of divorce for children. How parent’s sins harm their own children. Virtue is the basis of family.

 

Family and Child Upbringing (Part I)
29/08/2023

Family and Child Upbringing (Part I)

Traits of a pious family. The influence of parents on children. How to give spiritual upbringing to children?

 

Prayer (Part II)
24/08/2023

Prayer (Part II)

Importance of performing virtues without ostentation. The main principles of prayer. Prayer as inner attention. Prayer as an inner union with God. Levels of prayer.

 

Prayer (Part I)
22/08/2023

Prayer (Part I)

The role and meaning of prayer according to the Bible. Prayer as a way of immediate communication with God. How to be prepared for prayer and how to pray? The fruits of prayer.

 

Reincarnation of the Soul
18/08/2023

Reincarnation of the Soul

What is the attitude of the Christian Church towards the idea of reincarnation of the soul? The interest in Eastern philosophical teachings in the modern world. The struggle of the Christian Church against Gnostic teachings. The uniqueness of Christianity.

 

Love
15/08/2023

Love

Love according to the Christian teaching. The Holy Bible about love. The redemptive role of love. Mercy as a continuation of love. Love as a main force of human life.

 

Gifts of Speaking in Tongues
08/08/2023

Gifts of Speaking in Tongues

Apostolic gifts. The seven sacraments of the Church, virtues and mortal sins. Individual revelations. Dangers from demonic forces.

 

Characteristics of Sects
25/10/2022

Characteristics of Sects

What is sectarianism? What damages can sects bring about? How to know Christ truly.

 

Holy Communion
18/10/2022

Holy Communion

The sacrament of Holy Communion is the heart of the Church. Levels of theology. How to be prepared for Holy Communion? The reasons for deprivation of Holy Communion. How to keep the grace of Holy Communion?

 

Baptism
11/10/2022

Baptism

The etymology of the word "baptism." The role of baptism in Christianity. The preparation period before baptism. Spiritual changes that occur after baptism. The baptism of children. The sacrament of Confirmation or Anointing.