St John Chrysostom on Colossians 3:12-16 [before this, St. Paul told us to put away worldly things – now he teaches us how the new man is to act] Ver. 12-13. “Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, … [Continue reading]
Homily notes after Newtown: darkness.
December 18, 2012 By
Epistle reading. Colossians 1:12-18Gospel Reading: Luke 18 (the rich young man) Dark times. Our world needs light. Our world needs a savior. From today's Epistle (resonates more after this past week): Giving thanks to the Father who has qualified … [Continue reading]
20121107 Gvosdev on Orthodoxy and Politics
November 20, 2012 By
The hits keep coming! After I share some of my thoughts on how to approach democratic politics as a member of a minority faith that has universalist moral truth claims (hint: I love the U.S. Constitution), I share an awesome interview with Professor … [Continue reading]
Homily – On Unity (Ephesians 2: 14-22)
November 18, 2012 By
The Reading from the Epistle of the Holy Apostle Paul to the Ephesians. [2:14-22]: Christ is our peace, Who has made us both one, and has broken down the dividing wall of hostility, * by abolishing in His Flesh the law of commandments and … [Continue reading]
20121031 Ghosts and Behind the Paranormal
November 13, 2012 By
Today I set the context with a talk on the Orthodox theology of ghosts, then go into a captivating interview with author, paranormal investigator, radio personality, and friend, Paul Eno. You don't want to miss this one!Check out this episode … [Continue reading]
20121023 Child Development
November 13, 2012 By
Today the gospel of the poor widow of Nain leads me to talk about the temtation of making idols of our children. This sets up a wonderful discussion with Professor Juliana Golas (URI, Child Development) about what we can do to raise healthy and … [Continue reading]
Homily (notes) on Lazarus and the Rich Man
November 4, 2012 By
A bit about bad investments. Wasted money – spending money and time on things that don't work out We should avoid bad investments If we get reliable investment tips and warnings, we should take them seriously and act on them! The … [Continue reading]
Why do Orthodox Christians Participate in “Pagan” Activities?
October 29, 2012 By
We have some Jehovah's Witnesses that come by the rectory pretty regularly (you have to admire their persistent optimism!). Theologically, Jehovah's Witnesses are latter-day followers of the heretic Arius: they do not believe that Jesus Christ is the … [Continue reading]
Homily (notes): The Parable of the Sower (St. Luke 8:5-15)
October 28, 2012 By
God explained his own parable, but he waited to explain its real importance in the next parable (found in the version recorded by St. Matthew, not by St. Luke): nothing but the things that grow from the pure seed of God will endure: When confronted … [Continue reading]
Upcoming podcast topics
October 23, 2012 By
I'm a bit swamped right now, but I have some great interviews in the bag and still more scheduled. Two weeks ago, I interviewed Professor Juliana Golas. She is a child development expert (and not just because she has four children) at URI. She … [Continue reading]
