Podcast Episodes

Episode 38: Professions of Humility

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the themes of humility and vainglory through the teachings of Abba Serapion. He discusses the importance of aligning one's words with ac…

Published on 11 hours ago

Episode 37: At the Baker's

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the teachings of the Desert Fathers, focusing on the themes of humility, the dangers of vanity, and the importance of genuine spiritual …

Published on 1 week ago

Episode 36: A Fall

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden reflects on the teachings of the Desert Fathers, particularly focusing on the importance of humility and the dangers of pride.

Through the story …

Published on 1 week, 6 days ago

Episode 35: On Hunting Dogs

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the theme of fortitude through the lens of monastic life, using the analogy of a hound pursuing a hare to illustrate the importance of u…

Published on 3 weeks ago

Episode 34: Living with Infirmity

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden and Jamie Baxter explore the theme of fortitude in the face of suffering, particularly through the lens of illness. They reflect on the teachings…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Episode 33: Xeniteia

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the theme of fortitude through the lens of Xeniteia, a call to solitude and trust in God.

He discusses the importance of preparing for t…

Published on 1 month ago

Episode 32: Philosophy

In this episode, Bishop Erik Varden reflects on the virtue of fortitude as taught by the Desert Fathers, emphasizing the importance of enduring hardship in the pursuit of wisdom.

The conversation exp…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Episode 31: Gold

In this episode of Desert Fathers with Bishop Erik Varden, Bishop Varden explores the teachings of the Desert Fathers on the theme of possessing nothing, emphasizing the dangers of materialism and th…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Episode 30: Foresight and Providence

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the theme of possession and trust through the story of a gardener who learns the importance of relying on God rather than hoarding wealt…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Episode 29: Lovely Books

In this episode of Desert Fathers, Bishop Erik Varden explores the themes of unity in early Christianity, the significance of books in monastic life, and the balance between possession and purpose in…

Published on 2 months ago