Resources on Robert Arakaki

Mary, Orthodox Church, The Blessed Virgin Mary

Taking the Incarnation Seriously

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this essay from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki shows the differences between the Reformed and Orthodox understanding of the incarnation.

Incarnation, Reformed Churches, Orthodox Church

An Early Christian Prayer to Mary

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki introduces an ancient Christian prayer to Mary, and argues for a renewal in worship of Mary as “Theotokos.”

Mary, Theotokos, Devotion To The Blessed Virgin Mary, Orthodox Church

Ascension Day and the Great Commission

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Scripture

"This Ascension Day celebration should be a reminder for Orthodox Christians to commit their lives to help bring the Gospel to all nations." An article by Robert Arakaki of the Orthodox Church.

Evangelism, Ascension, Missions, The Biblical Commission

Was the Reformation Necessary?

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Was the Reformation necessary? Robert Arakaki explores this question from the perspective of the Orthodox tradition.

Reformation, Orthodox Church

Orthodoxy’s Official Response to Calvinism — The Confession of Dositheus (1673)

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki introduces The Confession of Dositheus (1673) as the Orthodox Church's response to Calvinism.

Calvinism, Dositheus, Orthodox Church

The Light of the Resurrection Shines in the Darkness

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Robert Arakaki shares a story told about Nikolai Bukharin, a Russian Communist leader who actively propagated the message of atheism, who is said to have affirmed the resurrection of Christ in public.

Resurrection, Russia, The Religion Of Russia, Atheism

Following Christ in Holy Week

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki introduces and outlines the various services during Holy Week in the Orthodox Church, linking them to a discipleship that follows Christ closely.

Holy Week, Orthodox Church, Discipleship, Pascha

Paul’s Letter to Philemon and the Book of Sirach

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Scripture

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki argues that reading Philemon against the Book of Sirach shows how the Apocrypha influenced the moral teachings of the New Testament and informed the Apostles' writings.

Apocrypha, Philemon, New Testament, Sirach

Which Path to Church Unity? Recognition vs Reception

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki outlines the recognition paradigm and the reception paradigm in discussions about ecclesiastical unity among differing traditions.

Unity, Orthodox Church, Ecumenism

Calvin Versus The Icon: Was John Calvin Wrong?

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Church History, Article about Theology

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki challenges protestantism’s iconoclasm as traced back to John Calvin.

John Calvin, Orthodox Church, Iconoclasm

Memory Eternal! Billy Graham

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Robert Arakaki uses his first-hand experience with Bill Graham to comment on theological studies and the Orthodox Church.

William (billy) Graham, Orthodox Church, Education

St. Paul’s Home Church

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Scripture

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki looks at the Apostle Paul and the church in Antioch to explore the importance of the Eucharist in the life of the early Christian Church.

Evangelism, Liturgy, Eucharist, Paul

Contra Sola Scriptura

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this extended essay from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki offers critique of the Protestant doctrine of Sola Scriptura, noting especially its roots in the humanism of the Protestant Reformation.

Scripture, Reformation, Orthodox Church, Humanism

She Said Yes!

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki examines the historical background and the contemporary significance of the the Feast of the Annunciation.

Mary, The Feast Of The Annunciation, Orthodox Church

Contra Sola Scriptura - Hermeneutical Chaos

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this extended essay from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki offers critique of the Protestant doctrine of Sola Scriptura, noting especially the "hermeneutical chaos" it has produced.

Scripture, Orthodox Church, Theology, Protestantism

Vampires and Iconoclasm

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki challenges iconoclasm, arguing that iconoclasm undermines the Incarnation and respect for God’s physical creation.

Incarnation, Creation, Iconoclasm, Orthodox Church

Obstacles and Encouragements for Inquirers

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Article about Church Life and Leadership

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki explains how to do Orthodox outreach and how not to do Orthodox outreach.

Orthodox Church, Evangelism, Conversion

Is St. Patrick an Orthodox Saint?

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki introduces the feast day of St. Patrick by examining the life and ministry of St. Patrick (c.385-c.460).

St. Patrick, Orthodox Church

Orthodox Christmas

Robert Arakaki | Ancient Faith

Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 3 more types

In this reflection from the Orthodox tradition, Robert Arakaki uses a hymn from the “Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ" service to consider the Old Testament prophets, the Trinity, the Incarnation, and Mary’s love for Christ.