EP 18 Masculinity: Church & Prayer

Listen to this episode from Parable Podcast on Spotify. 🎙️ Welcome to Another Episode of the Parable Podcast!In today’s episode, we’re joined by the thoughtful and engaging Fr. Meena Awad for a rich conversation on masculinity in today’s world — how it is shaped, lived, and expressed through an Orthodox Christian lens.Together, we also dive into:- The power of prayer in everyday life, including the practice of arrow prayers.- The role and importance of English-speaking Orthodox churches in Sydney- The need for men to embrace their spiritual responsibility with humility, strength, and faith.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00:00 - Intro00:01:40 - St. Mary of Egypt Church00:04:50 - The Orthodox Church00:10:09 - Confession & Communion00:16:46 - Eastern & Oriental Orthodoxy00:24:54 - Fr Thomas & Kiro Questions00:30:16 - Merch00:31:08 - Outward Appearance00:33:36 - Masculine Fear of Rejection00:37:45 - Pressure on Young Men00:45:05 - What is a Man?00:52:46 - Masculine Humility01:01:23 - Emotions 01:06:11 - Gender Roles01:10:04 - Practical Advice01:16:07 - Likeminded Relationship01:19:35 - Negative Effects of Pressure 01:22:24 - Spiritual Health vs Wealth01:26:32 - Contentement vs Complacency01:27:57 - Kenya Trip01:31:40 - Maximum Security Prison01:34:12 - God Working Outside the Church01:42:27 - Prayer01:49:55 - Arrow Prayers01:57:03 - A Real Man... Prays02:01:40 - Question for Next Guest02:02:37 - OutroThis episode is both practical and pastoral — encouraging men and women alike to think deeply about what it means to live a life rooted in prayer, accountability, and authentic witness. Whether you’re curious about spiritual practices, community life, or how the Church speaks into questions of identity and calling, this conversation will leave you with fresh insights and encouragement.✨ We’d love to hear your reflections — leave a comment or join us on Instagram @parable.podcast to continue the conversation!