Saint John Chrysostom – The Golden-Mouthed Preacher

In today’s episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Saint John Chrysostom, one of the most eloquent and influential Early Church Fathers. From his humble beginnings to his impactful sermons, we’ll explore why he’s celebrated as “Chrysostom” or “golden-mouthed” and discuss his contributions, like the Divine Liturgy that continues to shape Christian worship today.

Topics of Discussion:

• Early Life and Rise to Archbishop of Constantinople
• Chrysostom’s eloquence in public speaking and his enduring influence on preaching
• Denunciation of abuses of power in both the Church and Roman Empire
• The Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom – Origins and significance
• Relics of Chrysostom – The journey from Constantinople to Rome and back
• John Chrysostom’s Legacy Today – Honored across Orthodox, Catholic, and Anglican traditions

For listeners who want to explore more, check out these links:

• Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom
• Biography of John Chrysostom on OrthodoxWiki
• The Three Holy Hierarchs
• Festal Orthros (The Synaxarion)
• Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America

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Tune in to learn more about one of the Church’s greatest figures and discover what makes Saint John Chrysostom’s life and works resonate even today.