This is the next-to-last episode in the Darwin series.

Fr. Tom looks at the fourth century canons concerning bishops and clergy.

Fr. Tom talks about the other canons of the fourth century in addition to the Council of Nicaea.

In Part 9 of his series on Bishops, Fr. Thomas looks at the canons of the 3rd Ecumenical Council.

In Part 10 of his series on Bishops, Fr. Thomas looks at the canons of the 4th Ecumenical Council.

An intense and violent period in Church history surrounded the veneration of icons. Learn about those who gave their lives for the preservation of this important physical demonstration of the Incarnation as well as those Bishops who sided with with the iconoclasts and were later identified as heretics.

What do the Scriptures and the Fathers say about fidelity in marriage, sex outside of marriage, or same-sex marriage? Fr. Tom gives extensive teaching on this subject in today's episode.

Fr. Tom says the 14th Century situation in Constantinople is critical to understanding the Church today.

One of the most significant events in Church history was the fall of Constantinople. Fr. Thomas helps us understand the the years immediately following the fall.

We hear the phrase "God is in control" and may even use it from time to time when trying to make sense of a difficult situation. Fr. Thomas Hopko evaluates that phrase and challenges us to rethink it.

As the Intro to the Bible series continues, Jeannie begins a discussion of the canon of Scripture beginning with the Hebrew texts.

In this episode, Jeannie continues her discussion of the canon of Scripture and why the Old Testament is different in the Protestant Bible.

Now that we have learned about the Old Testament canon, Jeannie turns her attention to the New Testament.

Jeannie provides an explanation of why it is so important to study the canon of Scripture and to hold the line on what the Church has approved.

In her concluding lesson on the canon of Scripture, Jeannie discusses the books of the Bible that were included by the Church and why.

Dr. Constantinou concludes her discussion of Numbers and begins a new study on Deuteronomy.

Dr. Constantinou concludes her discussion of the life of Moses.

Fr John Finley on the ills of being "community-less"—spiritual but not religious—in Yuma, Arizona.

Fr. John speaks at St Simeon Mission, Santa Clarita, California, on how the soul is not fed by bodily comforts.

Fr. Joseph visits with Fr. James Guirguis and the fine folks of St Raphael Mission in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, on their first Family Night of 2018.

Adult converts to Orthodoxy all have stories about their journey to the Faith. These stories are often populated with Non-Orthodox "seed planters." Fr Joseph, speaking at St Luke Church/Abilene, mentions a few such helpers.

Speaking at St Sophia Church/Dripping Springs, Texas, Fr Joseph responds to the question: "How do you talk to your non-Orthodox family about the Faith?"

Fr. John says, "Let us not be too quick to shun the newborn—whatever the means of conception—for thereon is found the image of God."

By the end of this powerful Holy Saturday message, Fr. John Finley just might have you shouting!

On the priest shortage, sunshine, rain, and zucchini: We must be faithful in the valleys (and the peaks).

The last thing the world needs is more darkness. We don't need more "dark Christians." Fr Joseph serves up Convention "leftovers" at St. Joseph/Houston.

Fr. Joseph interviews a former Mennonite, along with a former comedian, about an Orthodox venture amid the Mennonites in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Fr. Joseph visits a group of Orthodox Christians in Lancaster, Pennsylvania; listen in to hear what they're up to.

When the churches are open again, some folks will be shouldering even more doubts than before due to being kind of “shell shocked”—hurt by having been locked out of church services—especially during the holiest season! Suffice it to say, whether we’ll admit it or not, we’re all hurting a bit. So, you see, we’re all missions now!

Fr Joseph chats with a teenaged catechumen who found Orthodoxy on her own—on the internet.

Fr. Joseph sits down with Deacon Damian Oweis and members of the new mission of St. Basil the Great in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Fr Joseph engages in a bit of name-dropping: Rose, Rose Hill, Peter Heers, Peterson, Frederica, Hatfield, Pageau, Freeman, and more! But, really: What in the world is going on with all these inquirers and catechumens?

Not everyone will agree, but you'll have to listen to figure out why. BTW, is there any good news? Fr Joseph speaks of his recent "work-cation" in the PNW.

Fr Joseph interviews rockers Lacey and Josh Sturm. They talk about the struggles and joys of Orthodoxy, song writing, iconography, and the new album "Kenotic Metanoia" (available now).

What made Noah's worship a sweet-smelling savor to God?

Just before the Apostle reading in the Divine Liturgy, verses are chanted known as the Prokeimenon. Fr. Tom explains what that is, why it is there, and how he feels it should be done.

In his 84th episode reflecting on the Divine Liturgy, Fr. Tom talks about the Kiss of Peace which takes place after the celebrant declares "Let us love one another that with one mind we may confess."

Fr. John shares his homily from the Sunday of the Holy Fathers.

Fr. John shares his homily on the Seventh Commandment.

Fr. John shares his homily on the Eighth Commandment.

Fr. John shares his homily on the Ninth Commandment.

Fr. John shares his homily on the tenth commandment.

Fr. John shares his homily on Genesis 6:5-8.

Fr. John encourages us to renew our minds and not live in our former sins.

Fr. John shares about repentance from Isaiah 1:1-20 on the first Sunday of Great Lent.

Fr. John shares the stories of the raising of Jairus' daughter and the healing of the woman with the issue of blood. Jesus deals with each of us where we are.

Fr. John shares his homily on the Sixth Commandment.

Fr. John shares from Revelation 3:14-22.

Fr. John talks about Orthodoxy and culture.

Fr. John reflects on Galatians 2:11-21.