What does it mean to live liturgically as an Orthodox Christian? | Ep. 104
In this episode of the Raised & Redeemed Podcast, I sit down with Fr. Christian Siskos, Assistant Priest at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Charlotte, NC, and the voice behind Noetic Spring. Together, we explore one of the most practical—and sometimes misunderstood—aspects of the Orthodox faith: living liturgically.
Living liturgically isn’t just about attending services on Sunday. It’s about weaving prayer, fasting, feasts, and the sacraments into the rhythms of everyday life. It’s about forming our families and ourselves in Christ so deeply that the faith is passed on—not just as tradition, but as lived love and truth—for generations to come.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
Fr. Christian and I cover a wide range of topics that touch both the spiritual and the practical sides of life:
The Meaning of a Liturgical Life: How fasting, prayer, and the feasts orient us toward God daily.
The Eucharist: Why it is the center of the Church’s life and our personal salvation.
Beauty, Modesty & Veiling: How Orthodox Christians can approach beauty standards, makeup, and head coverings with discernment.
Cultural Challenges: Guidance for Christians navigating Halloween, yoga, and modern media.
The Role of Women in the Church: A thoughtful look at how women participate in the life and mission of the Church.
The Gifts of the Spirit: How the Church trains believers to discern true vs. false prophets and exercise spiritual gifts in humility.
Marriage, Monasticism & Family Life: Finding our vocation and walking it faithfully.
Passing the Faith to the Next Generation: How Fr. Christian’s curriculum, Little Ascetics, equips families to nurture Orthodox faith at home.
Why This Conversation Matters
In a world filled with noise, distractions, and competing values, it can feel overwhelming to know how to live as an Orthodox Christian day by day. This episode brings clarity, wisdom, and encouragement for anyone who has ever wondered:
How do I order my life around the Church calendar?
What does Orthodoxy say about the cultural practices I encounter?
How do I raise my children in the faith when the world is pulling them in another direction?
Fr. Christian’s insights remind us that living liturgically is not about rigid rules but about forming our hearts and homes in the life of Christ.
Connect with Fr. Christian (Noetic Spring)
Website: Holy Trinity Cathedral
Instagram: @noeticspring
Newsletter & All Links: Noetic Spring
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Coming Up Next
Coming up next: In the next podcast episode, we will be speaking with Frank Bilotto on all things Divine Liturgy!
