Sunday of All Saints. Hebrews 11:33-12:2 and Matthew 10:32-33,37-38; 19:27-30. The prohibition against loving family more that God is, among other things, a warning against tribalism. Fr. Anthony also talks about what the variation among saints means for loving and pastoring one another. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode!
Homily for Pentecost – The Orthodox Path to Discernment and Prophecy
June 20, 2021 By
Acts 2:1-11; John 7:37-52, 8:12. What is missing from on-line theological forums? Why do they miss the mark when it comes to prophecy? It has nothing to do with intent or the words that are shared. The medium is lacking. Dubious? Enjoy the show! Check out this episode!
Homily – What’s in a Name?
June 13, 2021 By
In this homily on a selection from Christ’s High Priestly Prayer (St. John 17), Fr. Anthony encourages us to keep our theology simple. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode!
Dru Johnson on Living Rituals
May 14, 2021 By
Dru Johnson is an associate professor of biblical and theological studies at The King’s College in New York City, director of the Center for Hebraic Thought , editor at The Biblical Mind, host of the The Biblical Mind podcast, and co-host of the OnScript Podcast. Before that, he was a high-school dropout, skinhead, punk rock […]
Homily: A Meditation on Faith, Truth, and Community
May 9, 2021 By
John 20:19-31. It is often said that we are saved in community. Today Fr. Anthony offers a meditation on the interrelation of community, trust (faith), and Truth. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode!
Dn Timothy on Staten Island, Nostalgia, and Bad Religion
April 5, 2021 By
You may recognize Dn Timothy Kelleher from his appearances in NCIS, Independence Day, Thirteen Days and other movies and shows, but he has also published many thoughtful essays in First Things, Church Life Journal, and now the National Review (among others). In this episode, he and Fr. Anthony talk about Dn. Timothy’s two most recent […]
Homily (DL7) – Developing Pastoral Relations and the Great Entrance
March 21, 2021 By
Hebrews 11:24-26,11:32-12:2; John 1:43-51. First Sunday of Great Lent. Today Fr. Anthony begins by talking about the need for developing pastoral relations with others so that we can have better discernment about our sins. He finishes by talking about the Great Entrance and its relationship to Palm Sunday and Holy Week. Enjoy the show! Check […]
Homily – Forgiveness and the Power of Storytelling
March 14, 2021 By
In this homily given on the Sunday of Forgiveness (Cheesefare; Romans 13:11-14:4; Matthew 6:14-21), Fr. Anthony talks about the psychological and sacramental power of storytelling, and warns us against misusing that power. Blessed Lenting! Check out this episode!
UOL Retreat – Healing from Fear and Polarization
February 27, 2021 By
Jesus Christ said; “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” (Matthew […]
Fr.Daniel Greeson on the Problem of Discernment
February 5, 2021 By
It was a great blessing to talk with Fr. Daniel Greeson about his new AFR blog, “Every Thought Captive” and especially his series on discernment. Enjoy the show! Here are my notes: Interview with Fr. Daniel Greeson. Rector of St. Anne’s Orthodox Church in Oakridge, TN Podcaster: “In Heaven and On Earth” Editor and Author […]
