Agios Paisios- Apo Ta Farasa Ston Ourano- Season 1 ((full)) ❲2026❳

The Greco-Turkish War forces Arsenios and his family to flee their homeland. We see the hardships they face as refugees, and how these experiences shape Arsenios' worldview and faith. This episode sets the stage for his future spiritual struggles and his desire to dedicate his life to God.

THEODORA (CONT'D) He will be a fool for Christ. He will speak with animals. He will see the uncreated light. And many will call him… Paisios. Agios Paisios- Apo ta Farasa ston Ourano- Season 1

For parishes, the series is an excellent resource for catechism classes, youth groups, or family viewing. Each episode typically runs 35–45 minutes, perfect for a weekly gathering. The Greco-Turkish War forces Arsenios and his family

Arsenios arrives at the Holy Apostle and St. Menas Monastery in Nea Skiti, Mount Athos. He meets his spiritual father, Fr. Dionysius, who sees the potential for sainthood in the young monk. Arsenios takes the name Paisios and begins his journey as a monastic, learning the ways of the Orthodox Church and struggling with his own weaknesses. THEODORA (CONT'D) He will be a fool for Christ

In 1945, Efstathios joined the Holy Apostle and Martyr Andrew Monastery in Burgas, Bulgaria, where he received the monastic name "Paisios." This marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to the monastic life, which would take him to various corners of the Orthodox world. Paisios' spiritual journey was guided by his unwavering dedication to prayer, humility, and love for his fellow man.