St. Mary in the Orthodox Faith ✝️ | Into the Deep Podcast #coptic #copticchurch #orthodoxfaith

In this episode of Into the Deep, Father Theodore and David Gurgus take us on a thoughtful journey into the life and mystery of St. Mary, the Mother of God. Released during the fast of St. Mary, the conversation invites listeners to pause and reflect on her virtues—her humility, obedience, purity, and deep faith—and how they continue to inspire Christians today. The discussion moves beyond misconceptions to clarify what the Orthodox Church truly believes about St. Mary: that we honor her, not as divine, but as the one chosen by God to bear His Son. Father Theodore explains the meaning of her titles such as Theotokos, Second Heaven, and Jacob’s Ladder, showing how each points back to Christ. Together, they explore the importance of intercession, the perpetual virginity of St. Mary, and the role she plays as a spiritual mother to all believers. This episode is not only about theology but about practice. As the fast of St. Mary calls us to deeper devotion, Father Theodore offers reflections on how to live out her example in today’s world—through purity in a distracted age, obedience to God’s will, and trust in His plan. Into the Deep invites you to see St. Mary with fresh eyes, not as distant, but as a mother who intercedes for her children and points us to her Son, Christ. 🌹✝️ #IntoTheDeepPodcast #StMary #Theotokos #MotherOfGod #OrthodoxChristianity #CopticChurch #StMarysFast #FaithPodcast #ChristianLife #SpiritualGrowth