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 … [Continue reading]
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! … [Continue reading]
Fr Gabriel on the Confluence of Beauties in Liturgy
March 13, 2021 By
Fr Anthony and Fr. Gabriel Rochelle overcome myriad technical problems to talk about the confluence of poetry, story, and proclamation that take place in the Divine Liturgy (and life). Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Interview with the Prying Priest, Fr. Yuri Hladio
March 12, 2021 By
Join Fr. Anthony as he talks about cooperative story-telling, liturgy, and the joy of Ukrainian Orthodoxy with Fr. Yuri Hladio, the priest of St. Maria of Paris mission in West Hamilton, Ontario and the host of the wonderful "Prying Priest" podcast … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL6) on the Judgment (and why Orthodox homilies are the way they are)
March 8, 2021 By
Meatfare/Last Judgement Sunday (1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2; Matthew 25:31-46). Fr. Anthony continues to take the parish through the Divine Liturgy, talking about the readings and the homily (to include an explanation for why Orthodox homilies are, … [Continue reading]
Homily – the Prodigal, his brother, and n-dimensional chess
February 28, 2021 By
Homily on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son (1 Corinthians 6:12-20 and Luke 15:11-32). Both the brothers were limited by their two-dimensional tactical worldview. The Father shows that grace solves problems that no tactician can. Enjoy … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL5) – On the Pharisee (and the Antiphons and Little Entrance)
February 21, 2021 By
In this homily, given on the Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, Fr. Anthony continues to take the parish through the Divine Liturgy. This week he focuses on the Antiphons and the Little Entrance. Enjoy the show! Check out this … [Continue reading]
Homily – Respect Others and Yourself (but not for their/your titles)
February 14, 2021 By
Homily given of Zacchaeus Sunday (1 Timothy 4:9-15; Luke 19:1-10). Fr. Anthony offers a meditation on how love is enabled by cutting through the labels and baggage (i.e. there is a reason God is "not a respecter of persons"). Enjoy the … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL4) – Why we Sing the Divine Liturgy
February 7, 2021 By
In this homily, Fr. Anthony continues his series on the Divine Liturgy, offering a meditation on the benefit of singing the Divine Liturgy (the blessed integration of scripture and poetry, music, voices, incarnation, and Eucharist). Enjoy the … [Continue reading]
