In this meditation on the Samaritan Woman (John 4:5-42), Fr. Anthony continues his series on mystagogy by talking about the wonder that there is such a thing as water and a glass to hold it, moves on from there to living water and chalices, and from … [Continue reading]
Class – Warm up for Divine Liturgy Series
May 11, 2023 By
Today, Fr. Anthony gives a talk introducing the parish's new "Divine Liturgy" pew book. Most of it was spent reviewing Khouria Frederica Mathewes-Green's essay "12 Things I Wish I'd Known" as it became an opportunity for people to ask questions … [Continue reading]
Homily – Mystagogy on the Sunday of the Paralytic
May 7, 2023 By
Sunday of the Paralytic. Fr. Anthony continues preaching on mystagogy, describing what the encounter on the road to Emmaus, Christ's healing of the paralytic at the Sheep Pool, and the healing of Aeneas and the raising of Tabatha in Acts have … [Continue reading]
Homily – Myrrhbearers and Mystagogy
April 30, 2023 By
Mark 15:43-16:8. The Sunday of the Myrrhbearers. Today Fr. Anthony introduces mystagogy, talking about the ways Orthodoxy works to make His will that "we be one as He is one" a reality. Christ is risen and lives and … [Continue reading]
Homily – the Discernment of Thomas the Blessed
April 23, 2023 By
St. John 20:19-31. Fr. Anthony offers a reflection on the problem of discernment, how it affected the thoughts of the disciple Thomas, and why Orthodoxy really is the answer to the problems of knowing and belief. Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Homily – Christ and the Donkey of our Mind
April 10, 2023 By
Palm Sunday. John 12:1-18. Fr. Anthony offers a reflection on how our minds join the pharisees and scribes in rebellion against the coming of Christ into His Temple. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Homily – The Ladder, Fasting, and Resurrection
April 4, 2023 By
In this homily on St. Mark 9:17-31, offered on the Sunday of St. John of the Ladder, Fr. Anthony says something or other about exorcisms, fasting, and the Resurrection. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Class – Practical Preparation for Death
April 4, 2023 By
In today's class, Fr. Anthony talks about some of the practical considerations surrounding death. One of the most useful things he recommends is to fill out a "Five Wishes" packet. The class was offered with thanks to David Murphy for … [Continue reading]
Retreat – Be Still and Know
April 3, 2023 By
This is part of the talk Fr. Anthony gave for the UOL Retreat in Philadelphia, PA on 1 April 2023. The theme was "Be Still and Know." This excerpt followed Natalie Bilynsky's excellent review of mindfulness, an account of its popularity … [Continue reading]
Class – Intro to Ecclesiology
March 22, 2023 By
Today Fr. Anthony offers a class on ecclesiology, focusing on the various clerical ranks and their purpose. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
