Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "The Chariot of Fire and The Prophet Elisha," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "The Prophet Jonah Runs from God and the Prophet Jonah in Nineveh," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "Tobit and Tobias and The Prophet Isaiah," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "The Prophet Ezekiel and The Prophet Daniel in Babylon," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

Welcoming the Christ Child: Family Readings for the Nativity Lent, "The Three Youths in the Fiery Furnace and The Prophet Daniel in the Lion’s Den," by Elissa Bjeletich, illustrated by Jelena Jeftic (Sebastian Press, 2017).

72. Book 1: "A Prophet is Born" from The Bible for Young People by Zoe Kanavas (Narthex Press, 2005) (12.41 mins) Book 2: Saint Innocent of Alaska, Apostle and Missionary by Sarah Elizabeth Cowie (Conciliar Press, 2005) chapter 12 (10.55 mins)

Fr. Ted argues that we too often neglect the role of the older brother in the parable of the Prodigal Son.

Fr. Ted gives a crash course on Orthodoxy to 71 students from Canadian Mennonite University.

Fr. Ted calls us to become like the Father who was ready and willing to welcome those who return to the life of the Church, rather than the big brother who was judgmental towards his returning brother.

Kevin and his guest, Orthodox journalist Glen Chancy, discuss the "Prosperity Gospel" and the implications of a "Gospel message" tied to material prosperity, especially in light of a failing economy.

Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! This is the anthem of Pascha, and since it was in fact Holy Week and Pascha last week, we have decided to "go lite" this program hour and air a 20-minute interview segment we did last month with local Phoenix evangelical drive-time radio program host Andrew Tallman in lieu of a full study hour. So enjoy, and next week we'll tackle another topic. A blessed Bright Week to all.

The Proskomide, or the leavened bread that is offered to God, and the accompanying Proskomide prayers, form the essential first part of the Divine Liturgy, taking place well before the arrival of the parishoners to the scheduled service. In this program we attempt to convey some of the significance of the Proskomide and the preparation required for its use. In the Proskomide, the whole of the Kingdom of God - those on earth and in heaven - is commemorated; the Incarnate Lord, the One Sacrifice, the One Bread, the One Body of Christ.

Steve and Bill got invited to fill in for the vacationing Andrew Tallman, the afternoon drive time talk show host on 1360 KPXQ, the Phoenix area SALEM evangelical radio station. It is a two-hour show from 5 to 7pm, so we are posting the first hour of the program this week and the second hour next week.

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St. Vladimir's Orthodox Seminary confers an honorary doctorate on Christos Yannaras at its 2010 Fall Academic Convocation.

Fr. Harry Pappas, priest at Archangel Orthodox Church in Stanford, Connecticut, and an adjunct professor at St. Vladimir's, leads the seminary's second annual Public Lenten Retreat. Titled "Back to Basics: Old Testament and Life," his presentation is divided into three parts, the second of which, "How Life Works," can be heard here.

One of the most important theologians working in the Orthodox Church today, Dr. Elizabeth Theokritoff recently lectured at St. Vladimir's Seminary on theological images describing human personhood and our role in creation.

This is a lecture from St. Vladimir's Seminary's annual Orthodox Education Day event, held this year on October 1, 2016. The speakers are the Sisters of All Saints Greek Orthodox Monastery, Long Island, New York.

Dn. Michael continues exploring the role of Scripture in the Orthodox Church and examines common proof texts used to defend Sola Scriptura—a premise that is not so much erroneous as it is impossible.

Domingo 2 de Marzo Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como Cristo es la luz del mundo y como la luz nos protégé de las tentaciones del mundo. Romanos 13:11-14:4 Sunday 2 of March Fr. Nicholas preached about how Christ is the light of the world and how the light protects us from the evil temtaptions. Romanos 13:11-14:4

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre el razón para la Navidad y la importancia que uno debe tener su propósito muy claro si no puedes ser distraído de la voluntad del Señor. (Efesios 5:8-19 ) Fr. Nicholas preached about the reason for Christmas and the importance how a person should have clear purpose so that they do not get distracted from the will of the Lord. (Ephesians 5:8-19)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que la santidad de Dios viene a nosotros por nuestros parientes, maestros, y los antepasados. Estas personas nos dan ejemplos de la vida en Cristo y nos enseña que la voluntad de Dios debe estar nuestra prioridad más grande. (Mateo 1:1-25) Fr. Nicholas reflected on the reality that God’s holiness comes to us through our parents, our teachers and all those who have come before us. These people are Christ like examples for us and teach us that we should keep God’s will as our highest priority. (Matthew 1:1-25)

Carta: 1Cor 12: 27-13:8, Evangelio Mt 8:28- 9:1 El Padre Nicholas predicó de cómo en Cristo podemos hacer maravillas. Letter: 1Cor 12: 27-13:8, Gospel: Mat 8:28- 9:1 Father Nicholas preached how in Christ we can do wonders.

Carta: Gal 4: 22-27, Evangelio Lc 5: 1-11 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre cómo salir adelante con Dios en las dificultades del cristiano en la vida. Sunday September 23, 2018 Letter: Gal 4: 22-27, Gospel: Lk 5: 1-11 Father Nicholas preached on how to get ahead with God in the difficulties of the Christian in life.

Carta: Tit 3: 8-15, Evangelio Lc 8:5-15 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre las consecuencias de obrar correctamente y en fe . Letter: Tit 3: 8-15, Gospel: Lk 8: 5-15 Father Nicholas preached about the consequences of working correctly and in faith.

Carta: Col 1:12-18, Evangelio Lc 18: 35-43 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre evitar vanos apegos. Letter: Col 1:12-18, Gospel: Lk 18: 35-43 Father Nicholas preached about avoiding vain attachments.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la ayuda de Dios cuando caemos. Father Nicholas preached about God’s help when we fall.

Dn. Mark explains how illness and trials remind us to put our trust in God.

Dn. Mark discusses what happens physically when a loved one approaches a natural death.

Reflections from St. John the Compassionate Mission about the Prodigal Son and Canada's Bill C-7.

Scarborough is the eastern part of Toronto where St. John the Compassionate has a church and a mission, called Good Neighbours.

Reflections from Fr. Nicolaie on the Sunday of the Grateful Leper.

In the heart of every prodigal son, at the time of prayer, God prepares a real place ready to offer hospitality to the one that is wounded.

Linus Åkesson just casually being amazing again #

short fiction about "the near future of art and creative work" #

Fr. Lawrence suggests there are problems involved in declaring that only Orthodox may be commemorated if no further details are provided, for this sets up the liturgist to be a judge over the souls of men. But who then can be included?

On September 8, the Church sings that the Nativity of the Theotokos has “proclaimed joy to the whole universe”. It is easy enough to sing, but somewhat harder now for us to understand. Why, we may ask, did the birth of a baby girl in around 18 B.C. or so proclaim joy to the whole inhabited world?

Fr. Apostolos shares about spiritual progress on the Sunday of St. John of the Ladder.

Fr. Apostolos shares from 1 Corinthians 3, reminding us that our bodies belong to the Lord, "The temple of God is holy, and that is what you are."

Sunday of the Prodigal Son

Fourth Sunday of the Great Fast

As we approach the Great Fast, the parable of the Prodigal Son prepares our hearts to return to God. Fr Tom teaches us that in this important parable we learn the truth about who we can be and who God is. (Sunday of the Prodigal Son)

The parable of the Prodigal Son is a powerful image of our returning to God and the Father's rich mercy in restoring us. Fr Tom reminds us that we must be able both to admit that we have separated ourselves from God's life and have the deep desire to return to the riches of His Kingdom.

In the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Jesus dramatically demonstrates the reward for greed and selfishness. Fr Thomas reminds us that helping the poor is not only a matter of money, it's a matter of love. (Luke 16:19-31)

The dramatic story of Peter attempting to walk on the water to come to Jesus is a reminder that God is with us in our problems even if we can't see Him. Fr Thomas teaches us that we're not called to a life without problems, we're called to be faithful through them.

On the Sunday of the Holy Myrrhbearers, Fr Thomas teaches about their great mercy and compassion.