Fr. Anthony talks frankly with Fr. Gregory Jensen, PhD about how the selection and training of priests affect the quality of priestly ministry. Narcissism, the built-in preference for agreeableness - it's all grist for the mill. Enjoy the … [Continue reading]
Homily on the Limitations of Metaphor
July 18, 2021 By
Romans 6:18-23; Matthew 8:5-13. Words fail us when we try to describe God and our relationship with Him. Metaphor helps, but it can also set us up for failure, even when it is a good one like Christ is the Great Physician (something that … [Continue reading]
Dn Timothy Kelleher on the Beauty of Science Fiction
July 11, 2021 By
Join Fr. Anthony as he talks with Dn. Timothy Kelleher about his roles on Independence Day and Star Trek - the Next Generation (he was also on Voyager and Enterprise), and how good storytelling is always evangelical. Enjoy the show! … [Continue reading]
Homily – Living Well in Hard Times
July 11, 2021 By
Matthew 6:22-33, Romans 5:1-10. Homily on the reasons for our hope (as presented by St. Paul and Christ God Himself). Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
What the Canons say about Clergy Attire and Hair
July 11, 2021 By
Fr. Anthony talks again with Fr. Harry Linsinbigler, the Canonist for the UOC-USA about what the Canons say (and don't say!) about clergy attire, hair, and beards. They make the case that, unless their bishops say otherwise, priests can … [Continue reading]
Homily – Independence Day 2021
July 4, 2021 By
After a sermonette on St. Pauls' words about the consciences of the Gentiles being the functional equivalent of the Law for the Jews, Fr. Anthony shares the UOC-USA Episcopal Letter for US Independence Day. Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Two Friends Talking about Politics and Religion in a Car
June 27, 2021 By
Fr. Anthony and Deacon Michael Abrahamson talk politics and religion as they drive through the mountains of Western North Carolina. Topics include keeping perspective and the glorious ontology of doing harmony. Enjoy the show! Check out … [Continue reading]
Homily for All Saints – Pastoring Diversity
June 27, 2021 By
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 … [Continue reading]
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. … [Continue reading]
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! … [Continue reading]
