We consider the humility of Jesus and the Theotokos in the Presentation, as well as the reason why humility is so important, as seen in our readings for Divine Liturgy this Sunday (2 Timothy 3:10-15; Luke 18:10-14), in the light of Hezekiah’s plea before God in 4 Kingdoms 19:9-20 and our Lord’s own pattern in Philippians 2: 5-11.

We read the difficult chapter of Revelation 9, looking to Job, Ezekiel 9:3-8, the words of Jesus (Luke 21:18), and the wisdom of some early commentators in order to help us consider the problem of evil, placed alongside our omnipotent and loving God.

What Do You Hear, Angel? by Elizabeth Crispina Johnson, illustrated by Masha Lobastov (Conciliar Press, 2011)

From God to You: The Icon’s Journey to Your Heart, part one, by John Kosmas Skinas (Ancient Faith Publishing, 2014)

From God to You: The Icon’s Journey to Your Heart, part two, by John Kosmas Skinas (Ancient Faith Publishing, 2014)

From God to You: The Icon’s Journey to Your Heart, part three, by John Kosmas Skinas (Ancient Faith Publishing, 2014)

From God to You: The Icon’s Journey to Your Heart, conclusion, by John Kosmas Skinas (Ancient Faith Publishing, 2014)

38. Book 1: Song of the Talanton by Claire Brandenburg (Conciliar Press, 2007) Book 2: Extracts and prayers from Hear me: A Prayerbook for Orthodox Teens, compiled by Annalisa Boyd (Conciliar Press, 2007)

Fr. Ted reminds us that our relationship with God has to be our first priority.

A homily by guest speaker Fr. Tim Prattas from St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in East Vancouver.

Kevin Allen talks with Fr. Tom Hopko about the significance of the incarnation.

This is the first of four Lenten meditations delivered by Archpriest Chad Hatfield at the seminary's annual Pure Week retreat.

Bishop Alexander of the Bulgarian Diocese of the OCA gave the Second Annual Meyendorff Lecture at SVOTS on September 14, 2014. The title of his lecture was "Force Your Mind to Descend into the Heart: Some Resemblances between Byzantine Hesychasm and Merkavah Mysticism."

Our minds get bombarded with unwelcome thoughts but what can we do with them? Molly shares what has been helpful to her.

Fr. Nicolaie tells how the faith of people who saw (and see) evil in the face of war is a faith that can guide those of us who live in a society tempted by the illusion of death.

As we begin preparing our hearts for the annual Lenten journey, the Church presents us with the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee. Fr Tom reminds us that fulfilling God's commandments should not be a cause for pride, because humility teaches us that we are only doing our duty to Him as unprofitable servants.

During a Saturday Divine Liturgy, Fr Thomas teaches from John 10:27-38 on how we can hear the voice of God in the words of Jesus.

The multitudes pressed to hear the Word of God; will we do the same? Fr. Tom teaches us that the Word of God, both the Incarnate Eternal Word and the Holy Scriptures, lead us to life, joy, and ultimate meaning in every action we take as Orthodox Christians.

Fr. Alexander Rentel, Chancellor of the Orthodox Church in America brings us a preparatory message in anticipation of Great Lent: observe the religious practice of the Church like the pharisee, but beg our Lord for the humble heart of the publican.

Fr. Gregory preaches about the Publican and the Pharisee as we prepare for the season of Great Lent.

Fr. Gregory is in Ireland for the commemoration of the Holy Cross.

In the human heart we must carve out a Cross-shaped impression so that the Holy Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ may be planted there; for only if it is planted there will it grow and bear fruit.

Fr. Gregory Hallam begins with the children and then Fr. Emmanuel Kahn speaks to the adults about the widow in Luke 7.