Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the profound statement by St. Silouan the Athonite, "Keep your mind in hell and despair not."

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the impact and opportunity of failures in our lives for spiritual growth.

Dr. Albert Rossi discusses the cultural understanding of joy in contrast with the Orthodox understanding of joy.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects the impact that our distracted minds and hearts have on our lives and the lives of others.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects upon the phrase, "Christ is Everything."

Dr. Albert Rossi considers the ways that love impacts our lives, even in death.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the paradoxes within Orthodox Christians.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects upon the 'inner village' of his own life.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the need to communicate with one another and to pray, from the heart, in deep silence.

Dr. Albert Rossi encourage us to assume the best of others, seeking to love all who come into our lives, while resisting a judgmental spirit.

Dr. Albert Rossi follows up on his podcast, "Everyone Is Doing The Best They Can," by asking us to consider the importance of forgiveness of one's self as we engage in repentance towards joy.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares a story about the power of resilience in some of the most challenging circumstances in life.

Dr. Albert Rossi contemplates the depth of forgiveness and our difficulty in accepting it in repentance.

Dr. Albert Rossi considers how to respond to the unforeseen events in life through Metropolitan Philaret of Moscow's morning prayer. O Lord, grant that I may meet the coming day in peace. Help me in all things to rely upon Thy Holy Will. In every hour of the day, reveal Thy will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround me. Teach me to treat all that comes to me throughout the day with peace of soul, and with the firm conviction that Thy will governs all. In all my deeds and words, guide my thoughts and feelings. In unforeseen events, let me not forget that all are sent by Thee. Teach me to act firmly and wisely, without embittering and embarrassing others. Give me the strength to bear the fatigue of the coming day with all that it shall bring. Direct my will. Teach me to pray. Pray Thou Thyself in me. Amen.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the ways we seek to sooth our souls and bodies.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the unexpected turn of events that we often encounter in our lives and how we might respond to them.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the call to accept reality without complaint, praying for the needs of each new day.

Dr. Albert Rossi continues his reflection on contentment in each new day.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares his thoughts on the benefit of living deeply from the heart.

Dr. Albert Rossi interview Kyra Limberakis and Ella Powers about the newly established Orthodox Volunteer Corps. https://orthodoxvolunteercorps.org/home

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the many ordinary tasks that we do each day.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on praying the Jesus Prayer with a living faith.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the morning prayer of Philaret of Moscow: O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace, help me in all things to rely upon your holy will. In every hour of the day reveal your will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround me. Teach me to treat all that comes to throughout the day with peace of soul and with firm conviction that your will governs all. In all my deeds and words, guide my thoughts and feelings. In unforeseen events, let me not forget that all are sent by you. Teach me to act firmly and wisely, without embittering and embarrassing others. Give me strength to bear the fatigue of the coming day with all that it shall bring. Direct my will, teach me to pray. And you, yourself, pray in me. Amen.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the dynamic union of Christ in us, working through us.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the way in which prayer deepens our love for God.

Dr. Albert Rossi calls us to vigilance in the words that we use.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on St. Paul's words in Philippians, chapter 4.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares with us the impact that seeking silence has had on his life and relationships.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares about his experience of having eye surgery and how it compares to our spiritual sight.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the pursuit of the meaning of life.

Dr. Albert Rossi shares a metaphor for how we can put the name of Jesus on those we come in contact with.

Dr. Albert Rossi encourages us to avoid the savior complex and instead to be gentle with ourselves as we seek to grow in Christ.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the way in which what we do in the present moment can change events in the past.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the choice we have on what to focus our thoughts.

Dr. Albert Rossi reflects on the opportunity to be in continual prayer with God throughout each moment of our days.

Dr. Albert Rossi interviews Dr. Michael Legaspi about the experience of his daughter becoming a monastic.

Dr. Albert Rossi explores the meaning of a quote by St. Therese of Lisieux.

Dr. Albert Rossi talks about the importance of doing the little things, and what a small gesture can mean to another person.

Dr. Rossi explores living in the present moment, with aid of the song, "Turn! Turn! Turn!"

Dr. Rossi reflects on how we are Christ's presence in the world.

Dr. Rossi explores the difference between abiding and striving in the spiritual life, and the necessity of reliance on God.

Dr. Rossi discusses the need for hobbies and leisure, as balanced with the need for uplifting pursuits.

Dr. Rossi contemplates the question, "Why does God love us so much?"

Dr. Rossi interviews Fr. Simon Menya, an Orthodox priest doing great things in Uganda. To support Fr. Simon's work, checks may be sent to: Lift Up Uganda  950 10th St.  Berthoud, CO 80513 Phone number: (970)391-2690 You can also support him at frsimon@nussp.org. In the memo line of the donation, you can write either "NUSSP" or "Fr. Simon."

Dr. Rossi reflects on joy.

Dr. Rossi shares a spiritual practice from his time as a Catholic monk, that still holds great meaning to him today.

In this rather lyrical episode, Dr. Albert Rossi presents us with a poetic image taken from Psalm 81.

Dr. Rossi reflect on the value of well-chosen friendships.

Dr. Rossi explores what Jesus meant when he said, "Be ye perfect."

Dr. Rossi thinks about overthinking.