Fr. John Whiteford uses the polyeleos as an example of how Christians should worship.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the challenges of the past year to remind his congregation to focus on blessing the Lord through our words and actions.

Fr. John Whiteford discusses the reality of our actions in this life, and how that effects our salvation.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from Genesis 15.

In preparation for Theophany, Fr. John Whiteford reminds his listeners to turn to Christ in times of hardship.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the epistle from Theophany, Titus 2:11-15, to discuss the feast.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the life of St. Athanasius, to discuss the importance of standing firm in our faith.

Fr. John Whiteford reminds his congregation to turn to the lives of the Russian martyrs for inspiration to stay strong in the faith.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the life (and stature) of Zacchaeus to encourage his listeners in their faith.

In preparation for the coming Lenten period, Fr. John Whiteford encourages us to keep our spiritual fires burning strong.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the story of the Prodigal Son to remind us that we are never too far from the Love of God.

On Meatfare Sunday, Fr. John Whiteford delivers a homily about embracing the love of God.

Using a line from the Joni Mitchell song "Woodstock", Fr. John Whiteford reminds us of the focus we should have during this Lenten season - returning to the Garden.

On the first Sunday of Lent, Fr. John Whiteford reminds his congregation to pray for all people, including those in and out of the Church.

Fr. John Whiteford addresses what we know and do not know in our understanding of who God is.

Fr. John Whiteford discusses Passover and the importance of marking the doorposts of our hearts.

Fr. John Whiteford encourages his congregation on the Sunday of St. John Climacus to continue to pursue what is fruitful during this Lenten period.

Fr. John Whiteford speaks about St. Mary of Egypt and how she opened her heart up to God's great mercy in order to become the great saint she is today. He reminds us that we must emulate St. Mary of Egypt by opening up our own hearts to put God first in our lives.

Fr. John Whiteford encourages his parishioners (and listeners) to prioritize the services of Holy Week, leading up to Pascha.

Fr. John Whiteford delivers a timely message on the Resurrection, from Psalm 65.

Fr. John Whiteford continues discussing Psalm 65, reminds the congregation about joy and suffering.

Fr. John Whiteford reminds us why God hears the prayers of the repentant.

Fr. John Whiteford uses Acts, Chapter 2 to remind us of the reality of Pentacost.

On the final Sunday of Pascha, Fr. John Whiteford reminds us to come humbly and meekly towards Christ.

Fr. John Whiteford discusses the lives of Sennacherib and Hezekiah from passages 2 Kings 18:1-19:37 and Isaiah 36:1-37:38.

There is value in being friends with the saints, and Fr. John Whiteford uses the life of St. Matrona as an example.

Fr. John Whiteford uses Psalm 5 to remind his congregation that it is suffering that gives our prayers suction.

Fr. John presents his second homily on Psalm 67.

Fr. John presents the first of a brief series of homilies on Psalm 67.

Fr. John Whiteford uses the life of New Martyr Grand Duchess Elizabeth to encourage the listeners to live a life of perseverance in the faith. Nothing is won without struggle and sacrifice.

Fr. John Whiteford delivers a homily on the relationship of faith and depression, using the life of the Prophet Jeremiah.

Fr. John Whiteford delivers a homily about the life of St.Seraphim of Sarov. August 1 is the anniversary of his birth, according to the Julian Calendar.

Fr. John Whiteford uses verses from Matthew 9 and Luke 11 to remind his congregation that Christ will be with us through every trial we encounter, if we let him in.

Fr. John Whiteford reflects on the miracle of the feeding of the multitudes, reminding us that God provides heavenly food for us.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches about struggle and faith from Matthew 14:22-34.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from Psalm 11 (10).

Fr. John Whiteford talks about the spiritual struggle of family life.

Fr. John Whiteford encourages us with the words of Psalm 26:1-6.

Fr. John Whiteford relates the story of the Martyrs Michael and Theodore of Chernigov.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from 1 John 3:11-18.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1 and 2 Peter 2:9-10.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches about the restoration of icons.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches about the encounter with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, from Luke 24:13-35.

Fr. John Whiteford shares a homily from Proverbs 6:6-11 and Luke 16:19-31.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from Psalm 18:7-14.

Fr. John Whiteford shares from Psalm 18:1-6.

Fr. John Whiteford shares from Ephesians 2:8-9; Galatians 5:6.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches about hospitality and covetousness from Hebrews 13:1-6.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from Luke 13:10-17.

Fr. John Whiteford preaches from Ephesians 5:15-16.