Homily on St. John 3:13-17 (Sunday before the Cross). Are we open to an experience of God in the Holy Liturgy? Much of our dissatisfaction with “Church” comes from the fact that we are not. But this is what we were made for. The movements, ritual, music, and theology are all perfectly designed to make […]
Bible Study #37: Context (and Connection with God) is Everything
September 21, 2018 By
In this, the first class of the new Liturgical Year (given on the Eve of the Nativity of the Birthgiver of God), Fr. Anthony talks about the need to keep everything, to include Scripture, connected to God through the Church. He also shares a reflection Fr. Harry Linsenbigler wrote on the Wisdom of Solomon and […]
Homily on the Talents – Evangelize or Gnash Your Teeth
September 16, 2018 By
[Alas, there is no recording of today’s homily.] St. Matthew 25:14-30 St. Cyril of Alexander (On Evangelism). The man who is the landowner is actually the Creator and Lord of all. The Word compares the time the landowner spends away from home in the parable to either the ascension of Christ into heaven or at […]
UOC-USA Canonist (Fr. Harry Linsenbigler ) on Ukrainian Autocephaly
September 15, 2018 By
Fr. Anthony interviews Fr. Harry Linsenbigler (Canonist for the UOC-USA) about the Ukrainian Autocephaly and whether the Ecumenical Patriarchate has a legitimate role in it. Here is something Fr. Harry wrote to help explain his understanding of the situation (it isn’t in the show): Solomon’s Wisdom on Ukraine The Bible tells the story of two […]
A Parable and Discussion on Ukrainian Autocephaly
September 14, 2018 By
Fr. Anthony shares a parable that explains how the EP and the UOC-USA understand the EP’s work in Ukraine. Then he discusses the situation with a live studio audience. Enjoy the show!
Parish Politics Threaten Evangelism (A Parable on Ukraine)
September 14, 2018 By
It was a long Summer. It all started when I got an e-mail from someone asking if he could come to Liturgy. He also asked about membership and taking Communion. I did my usual thing, underscoring that everyone was welcome to experience God and fellowship here, and explaining what I would do to help him […]
Homily: Why We Need to Love God to Really Love Our Neighbor
September 9, 2018 By
Homily Notes: Being Nice is NOT Enough [These notes probably bear little resemblance to what was actually preached as they spent all Sunday morning at home on the printer – rookie mistake!!!] Gospel Lesson: St. Matthew 22:35-46 (The Great Commandment) Great lesson for the start of the school year: “what is the most important thing ever?” Love God […]
Homily on Obligation (Parables of Feasts and Battles)
September 2, 2018 By
Homily Notes on the Wedding Feast (St. Matthew 22:1-14) Invitation to the Wedding Feast: we don’t intuit the context (why not just RSVP? – gnashing of teeth for wearing the wrong clothes!?). What is missing? Mutual obligation! Respect! Duty! Love! Wear the garment – the uniform – the king gave you! Speaking of uniform: reword the […]
Homily: Murder in the Vineyard (Matthew 21:33-42)
August 26, 2018 By
The Parable of the Wicked Tenants St. Matthew 21:33-42 The primary purpose of this parable at the time it was given was to warn God’s chosen people that God had sent His Son – who was now among them – to see how the stewards of his vineyards were doing; to remind them what they […]
Homily of the Transfiguration – Who is the Christ?
August 19, 2018 By
One of the most important questions: Who is Jesus the Christ (Joshua the Messiah)? 1. Man (prophet) who lived 2000 years ago. Very wise. Set an example of love, sacrifice, and a commitment to virtue that we should all emulate. Better than nothing (but not enough). But wait there is more ? and this is […]
