On Social Justice

Mariam defines and discusses the term "microagressions" as it relates to social justice issues.

Mariam speaks with Jamey Bennett about his work with people who are homeless and those who need food. Jamey includes practical tips for us for interacting with those in need. They also talk about Jamey's creativity with the hip hop band Royal Ruckus.

Mariam begins a conversation about the topic of privilege and how it should frame both our worldview and our daily social interactions.

Mariam speaks with Marian Mikhail, a Coptic Christian studying Law and Criminal Defense

Mariam goes in depth with Suzie Abdou, discussing her work with refugees through Servant Group International.

Mariam talks about consumerism and social justice, and gives ideas of how to live simply.

Mariam talks with Dr. Sherry Shenoda about Children's Rights.

Mariam shares reflections on Isaiah 58:1-14.

Mariam addresses the topic of immigration.

Mariam shares about colonialism as a social justice issue.

Mariam talks about ways we can interact with those who are homeless.

Mariam talks about the importance of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving in a social justice context.

Mariam responds to a listener comment about environmental justice from a previous podcast, then responds to the June 12 shooting at a gay bar in Orlando.

Mariam speaks about social justice issues related to education.

Mariam highlights the ministry of International Orthodox Christian Charities (www.iocc.org) and then talks about environmental justice.

Mariam interviews Dr. Mina Youssef, child and adolescent psychiatrist, about mental health issues related to social justice.

Mariam touches on how mental heath relates to social justice in our communities, and mentions some helpful resources.

Mariam speaks with Hieromonk Alexi, founder of the Holy Archangel Michael and All Angels Skete in northern Missouri. Before founding the monastery Fr. Alexi worked and ministered at 31st and Troost in Kansas City, right on a historic racial and economic dividing line. Here, he along with his wife Matushka Michaela and others started St. Mary of Egypt mission parish and Reconciliation Services.

Mariam shares about the life and ministry of St. John Maximovitch, reminding us to be faithful in the small things of life.

Mariam speaks with Fr. Stephen Powley, executive director of the Orthodox Christian Prison Minstry (www.theocpm.org).