Desert Fathers in a Year | Episode 16: The Monk and the Actress
Desert Fathers in a Year | Episode 16: The Monk and the Actress – Abba Pambo on Compassion and Zeal
Welcome to Episode 16 of Desert Fathers in a Year! Filmed at the serene Tautra Mariakloster in Norway, Jamie Baxter (Exodus 90) and Bishop Erik Varden reflect deeply on compassion and spiritual zeal through the inspiring encounter of Abba Pambo with an actress. Witness how authentic grief over another's spiritual state and humility before unexpected teachers can profoundly transform our own spiritual lives.
0:00 – Introduction with Jamie Baxter
1:19 – Bishop Erik Varden’s Reflection
9:50 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this episode, you will:
Explore how Abba Pambo models Christ-like compassion, viewing even the most lost souls with genuine sorrow and pastoral care.
Reflect on the wisdom of recognizing spiritual zeal in unexpected places, and how humility can strengthen our own pursuit of God.
Discover how the Desert Fathers teach us to approach others with authentic love rather than self-righteous judgment, cultivating sincere spiritual growth.
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Produced by EWTN in collaboration with Exodus 90.
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Saint Pambo of Nitria, pray for us!
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